Music icon Barry Manilow has announced the postponement of his Las Vegas residency scheduled for February 12-21, following advice from his doctors. At 82 years old, the singer-songwriter is still recovering after undergoing successful surgery for lung cancer. In a recent update, Manilow expressed that he is on the mend, stating, “I’m doing great and recovering very well after my surgery.” He shared that he has been able to engage in light exercise and spend time in the studio, which he described as “fantastic.”
The postponement allows him some vital extra time to heal before his tour kicks off at the end of February. Manilow emphasized that “Having a few extra weeks to rest and prepare is what the doctor ordered!” His upcoming tour will include farewell performances in New York, with dates set for April 13 at UBS Arena in Belmont Park, April 20 at MVP Arena in Albany, and April 22 at the KeyBank Center in Buffalo. Fans can purchase tickets for these significant concert events through various ticket platforms including Ticketmaster and StubHub.
Manilow was diagnosed with lung cancer late last year, undergoing surgery to remove a “cancerous spot” that was fortunately detected early, sparing him the need for chemotherapy or radiation treatment. He humorously noted that his recovery plan consists of “Just chicken soup and I Love Lucy reruns.”
Previously, Manilow had postponed performances in Florida, South Carolina, and Georgia to allow for recovery after his surgery. The recent announcement regarding the residency at Westgate Las Vegas follows in a similar vein, with plans to reschedule those shows as well.
Barry Manilow’s illustrious career spans over seven decades, during which he has sold more than 85 million records. He is renowned for memorable hits including “Copacabana (At the Copa),” “Mandy,” and “I Write the Songs.” Additionally, Manilow is celebrated for penning memorable jingles for major brands, including the famous Band-Aid song and commercial tunes for McDonald’s and KFC.
Starting his journey in 1965 as a “piano-playing mail boy” at CBS, Manilow’s early work in commercial jingles opened the door to an extraordinary career that includes multiple awards, 13 No. 1 singles, and collaborations with legendary artists like Bette Midler and Dionne Warwick. His resilience and dedication to his craft continue to inspire fans, proving there is much to look forward to as he prepares for the next chapter of his artistic journey.