Barry Manilow Postpones More Tour Dates

Singer cites doctor's orders as reason for rescheduling shows across Northeast

Apr. 10, 2026 at 9:30pm

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An abstract close-up photograph of heavily textured, cracked stage makeup in dramatic high-contrast lighting, conveying the fragile glamour of an aging pop star's career.The postponement of Barry Manilow's tour dates due to health concerns highlights the challenges veteran performers can face as they age.Portland Today

Veteran pop singer Barry Manilow has postponed several upcoming shows on his North American arena tour, including a performance scheduled for April 13 at UBS Arena in Long Island, New York. The venue cited 'doctor's orders' as the reason for the postponement, and Manilow's website has listed a number of other concerts across the Northeast as 'TBD' in the coming months.

Why it matters

Manilow, known for hits like 'Mandy' and 'Copacabana,' has been a consistent live draw for decades. The postponement of multiple shows on his current tour raises concerns about the 79-year-old singer's health and ability to complete the scheduled dates, which could disappoint many long-time fans.

The details

In December, Manilow underwent surgery to remove a cancerous spot on his left lung. He then postponed dates for his Las Vegas residency in early February to focus on healing, before later postponing additional arena shows on doctor's advice that he would not be healthy enough to perform. The latest postponement affects shows in the Northeast, including stops in New York, New Jersey, Pennsylvania, Maine, and New York.

  • Manilow had surgery in December 2025 to remove a cancerous spot on his left lung.
  • In early February 2026, Manilow postponed dates for his Las Vegas residency to focus on healing.
  • In late February 2026, Manilow postponed additional arena shows after his doctor advised he would not be healthy enough to perform.

The players

Barry Manilow

A veteran pop singer known for hits like 'Mandy' and 'Copacabana' who has been forced to postpone multiple shows on his current North American arena tour due to health concerns.

UBS Arena

A concert venue located on Long Island, New York that was scheduled to host a Manilow performance on April 13, 2026 before the show was postponed.

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What’s next

Manilow's website lists several other shows across the Northeast as 'TBD' in the coming months, indicating those performances may also be postponed or rescheduled depending on the 79-year-old singer's health and recovery.

The takeaway

Manilow's health issues and the need to postpone multiple tour dates highlight the challenges veteran performers can face as they age, and the importance of prioritizing self-care and medical advice, even for established artists with loyal fan bases.