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Barry Manilow, 82, Discloses Left-Lung Lesion and Reschedules January Arena Shows for Surgery

Doctors see no evidence of spread, with no chemotherapy or radiation planned after the operation.

Overview

  • Manilow announced that an MRI detected a cancerous area on his left lung that doctors say must be removed.
  • The singer is postponing his January arena dates as he prepares for surgery and recovery.
  • CNN, cited by Corriere della Sera, reports the operation is expected at the end of December.
  • His medical team currently believes the disease is localized, and follow-up tests are underway to confirm the diagnosis.
  • Manilow described weeks of bronchitis and a relapse before the precautionary scan, and he apologized to fans as ticketing is adjusted.