Barry Manilow Diagnosed with Early-Stage Lung Cancer, Postpones January Concerts
Singer Barry Manilow, 82, announces early-stage lung cancer diagnosis, postpones January concerts for surgery, plans to resume performances in February.
Singer-songwriter Barry Manilow, 82, has been diagnosed with early-stage lung cancer and will undergo surgery, leading to the postponement of his January concerts. The diagnosis followed an extended bout of bronchitis, prompting his doctor to order an MRI, which revealed a cancerous spot on his left lung.
"It's pure luck (and a great doctor) that it was found so early," Manilow stated.
Doctors believe the cancer has not spread, and no chemotherapy or radiation is anticipated. Manilow plans to resume performances with Valentine's weekend concerts at the Westgate Las Vegas Resort and Casino, followed by rescheduled arena shows beginning February 28 in Tampa, Florida.
"We were all looking forward to the January shows and hate having to move everything around," Manilow expressed, apologizing to fans for the schedule changes.
He encouraged fans to be proactive about their health, advising, "If you have even the slightest symptom, get tested!"
Manilow, a New York City native, is a Grammy, Tony, and Emmy Award-winning musician known for hits like "Copacabana" and "Mandy." In 2002, he was inducted into the Songwriters Hall of Fame.