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**Lionel Richie and Girlfriend Lisa Parigi Enjoy Rare Night Out at Spago**
Legendary singer Lionel Richie, 75, and his longtime girlfriend Lisa Parigi, 34, were spotted enjoying a romantic dinner at Wolfgang Puck’s famous restaurant Spago in Los Angeles on Sunday evening.
The “All Night Long” crooner looked dashing in a midnight blue jacket, coordinating slacks, and crisp white sneakers, complete with a pair of stylish blue-tint sunglasses hanging from a necklace. Meanwhile, Lisa stunned in a beautiful white dress adorned with delicate petals cascading from the spaghetti straps, paired with heeled sandals and a sky blue handbag.
The couple, who have been dating since 2014, were seen leaving the upscale eatery with big smiles on their faces. Lionel and Lisa met at a dinner party after being introduced by mutual friends, and the singer has previously gushed about his girlfriend’s intelligence and beauty.
In a 2019 interview, Lionel revealed that Lisa helps him navigate his busy world and is a true partner. “She’s extremely beautiful, but most importantly she’s smart and helps me deal with my crazy world,” he said.
Before Lisa, Lionel was married twice, first to Diane Alexander from 1995 to 2004, and then to Brenda Harvey-Richie from 1975 to 1993. He shares daughter Sofia Richie, 26, and son Miles, 30, with Diane, and daughter Nicole Richie, 42, whom he adopted with Brenda when she was just nine years old.
Next up, Lionel will be returning as a judge for season 23 of American Idol, alongside Luke Bryan and new addition Carrie Underwood, who is taking over the spot left behind by Katy Perry.
Speaking about Carrie’s addition to the judging panel, Lionel told E! News that she was a logical fit for the show, given her own experience as an American Idol winner. “What a great judge,” he said. “Now we don’t have to explain anymore, ‘We know how you feel.’ As artists, we know how you feel, but we’ve never been in that oval that says, American Idol. She’s been there, done that.”
