What happened to Lionel Richie’s ex wife?

While she was often photographed at high-profile events with Lionel back in the day, she’s doing her own thing now. According to Brenda’s Twitter, she owns a music publishing company called BRP Publishing.

Are all three of Lionel Richie’s children adopted?

Iconic singer and American Idol judge Lionel Richie has three children, who also have high-profile careers. Lionel unofficially adopted his oldest daughter, Nicole Richie, when she was just 3. He later welcomed son Miles and younger daughter, Sofia, both models.

How many wives have Lionel Richie had?

Richie has been married twice, to Brenda Harvey and Diane Alexander. He has three children from his previous marriages, Nicole Richie — whom he and Brenda adopted — Miles Richie and Sofia Richie.

What happened to Lionel Richie’s second wife?

Surprisingly, after their decades-ago drama and the end of their relationship, Brenda and Lionel are now on very good terms. Not only does Brenda Harvey-Richie call Lionel’s second wife’s kids her own (she often posts about Sofia and Miles, in addition to Nicole), but the family rubs elbows often.

What ethnicity is Nicole Richie?

Nicole Camille Escovedo was born in Berkeley, California. She is of English, Mexican, and Creole African-American descent. Her biological father, Peter Michael Escovedo, is the brother of musician Sheila E. and nephew of guitarist Alejandro Escovedo, and her biological mother is Karen Moss.

What is Lionel Richie’s ethnicity?

Richie was born in Tuskegee, Alabama. His family is of African American, Cherokee Native American, English, French-Canadian and Scottish descent. He spent his childhood there. He spent his teenage years in Joliet, Illinois.