Fans Stunned by Lionel Richie’s Drastically ‘Different’ Look

In a recent video, legendary singer and American Idol judge Lionel Richie shared his excitement over the arrival of his daughter Sofia Richie Grainge’s baby girl.

While the video itself was heartwarming, it sparked a wave of speculation online, with users commenting on Lionel’s noticeably altered appearance and wondering if he had undergone cosmetic procedures.

In the clip, the ‘All Night Long (All Night)’ singer expressed his joy over his newborn granddaughter, affectionately calling her a “diva.”

Lionel, who has always been vocal about his love for being a grandfather, said in the video, “My baby is having a baby, and I’m so thrilled for Elliot and Sofia. They are just over the moon.”

Lionel has previously opened up about his feelings on grandparenthood, telling ET Online: “Being a grandfather is an exciting adventure for me, but I’m not ready to be called grandpa. I’m Pop-pop. We’re not going with ‘grandpa,’ that’s a bit much. Pop-pop is the name we’ve settled on.”

Despite the warmth of Lionel’s message, online users quickly turned their attention to his appearance, speculating whether he had undergone cosmetic procedures to alter his looks.

Social media was soon flooded with comments, with many expressing surprise and concern. One user wrote: “What did he do to his face?”

Another questioned: “Did he do something to his face?”

Someone else added: “I will admit he does look a little different.”

Speculation about possible cosmetic surgery continued, with one user commenting, “He needs to stop with the fillers,” while another remarked, “His face looks strange.”

Speculation like this is common in the entertainment industry, where celebrities often face pressure to maintain a youthful appearance. While some stars choose plastic surgery, Lionel Richie has expressed a preference for a more natural approach to aging.

Lionel has emphasized the importance of healthy living, including staying hydrated, getting enough sleep, and limiting red meat. He has even humorously credited his youthful appearance to a healthy sex life. Rejecting the idea of plastic surgery, Lionel once told the Daily Mail: “God might not recognize me, so I want to make sure he knows me.”

Despite the online buzz about his appearance, Lionel Richie is undoubtedly basking in the joy of being a grandfather. His focus remains on his family and the excitement of his new role as “Pop-pop” to his granddaughter!