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Congrats are in order as Lionel Richie is being honored with the prestigious Gershwin Prize from the Library of Congress. A tribute was held Wednesday night in Washington, DC for the 72-year-old R&B singer, who had 16 number one hits and sold over 125-million records worldwide. Among the stars turning out to honor Richie were Gloria Estefan, Boyz II Men, Chris Stapleton and Luke Bryan, who currently co-stars with Richie as a judge on “American Idol.” The Gershwin Prize for Popular Song is given to a living artist for lifetime musical achievement. Past recipients include Billy Joel, Carole King, Willie Nelson and Tony Bennett.

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