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Barry Manilow Delays Las Vegas Residency to Recover After Lung Cancer Surgery

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  • Barry Manilow performs during the Pre-Grammy Gala on Saturday, Feb. 1, 2025, at the Beverly Hilton Hotel in Beverly Hills, Calif.
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    Barry Manilow performs during the Pre-Grammy Gala on Saturday, Feb. 1, 2025, at the Beverly Hilton Hotel in Beverly Hills, Calif. (Credit: Richard Shotwell/Invision/AP) Source Full size

Manilow Announces Successful Lung Surgery and Recovery Plan The singer posted on Instagram Wednesday confirming removal of a cancerous spot from his left lung and stating the operation went well [1]. He explained that weeks of lingering bronchitis prompted his doctor to order an MRI, which revealed the lesion [1]. Manilow said he is now focusing on exercise and studio recording while he heals [1].

Medical Advice Forces Postponement of February Las Vegas Shows Doctors ordered extra weeks of rest before he returns to the stage [1]. As a result, his Westgate Las Vegas residency scheduled for February 12‑21 is delayed [1]. He announced he will not perform those dates, following medical recommendation [1].

Farewell Tour Rescheduled to Late February Through April The previously postponed farewell tour now runs from February 27 to April 29, covering nine U.S. cities [1]. Earlier January dates had already been shifted, and the new schedule adds a final Las Vegas run after his recovery [1]. The updated itinerary is posted on his official website [1].

Manilow Uses Recovery Time for Studio Work During rehab he spends time exercising and recording new material [1]. He described the studio sessions as “fantastic” in his social‑media update [1]. These activities keep him engaged while adhering to the prescribed rest period [1].

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Mid‑2025 – Manilow endures a six‑week bout of bronchitis followed by a five‑week relapse, leading his doctor to order an MRI; the scan later uncovers a cancerous spot on his left lung, which he later calls “pure luck with a great doctor” for catching early. [1][3]

Dec 2025 – An MRI reveals a stage‑1 cancerous lesion on Manilow’s left lung; he announces the diagnosis on social media, confirms doctors see no spread, and states that surgery will be the sole treatment with no chemotherapy or radiation required. [2][5]

Late Dec 2025 – Manilow undergoes surgery to remove the localized lung cancer spot; doctors expect about a month of recovery and later confirm the procedure successfully excised the lesion. [1][3][4]

Jan 2026 – He postpones his scheduled January farewell‑tour arena shows, rescheduling them to February and later months to accommodate the month‑long recovery period. [2][3][5][6]

Feb 5 2026 – Manilow posts on Instagram that his lung surgery was successful, notes he is “getting exercise and spending some time in the studio, which has been fantastic,” and adds, “Having a few extra weeks to rest and prepare is what the doctor ordered!” [4]

Feb 12‑21 2026 – The Westgate Las Vegas residency originally set for Valentine’s weekend is postponed, with Manilow citing medical advice to extend his recovery before returning to the stage. [4]

Feb 27‑Apr 29 2026 – The revised farewell‑tour itinerary launches, covering nine U.S. cities and a final Las Vegas run, reflecting the new schedule after the January postponement and surgery recovery. [4][5][6]

Later 2026 (post‑April) – Manilow plans to resume full performance duties after the extra rest period, aiming to complete his farewell tour and eventually return to his long‑running Las Vegas residency later in the year. [4]

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