Barry Manilow Postpones Las Vegas Residency After Lung Cancer Surgery

The 82-year-old singer is recovering well and plans to resume touring at the end of February.

Feb. 4, 2026 at 10:55pm

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Barry Manilow announced that he recently underwent successful surgery to remove cancerous tissue from one of his lungs. While his medical procedure went well, Manilow has postponed his upcoming Las Vegas residency dates in order to focus on his recovery. The singer plans to resume touring at the end of February.

Why it matters

Manilow's health battle highlights the challenges faced by aging musicians, many of whom have long histories of smoking and other health issues. The postponement of his Vegas shows also impacts his fans and the local entertainment industry.

The details

Manilow, 82, revealed in December 2025 that he had been diagnosed with lung cancer and needed surgery to remove a cancerous spot on his left lung. The procedure was successful, but his doctors advised him to cancel his upcoming concerts to allow time for recovery. Manilow has been open about his 30-year history of smoking, which he later quit before starting again, and eventually shifted to vaping.

  • In December 2025, Manilow announced his lung cancer diagnosis.
  • The surgery to remove the cancerous tissue was performed successfully.
  • Manilow was advised to postpone his Las Vegas residency dates from February 12-21, 2026.
  • Manilow plans to resume touring at the end of February 2026.

The players

Barry Manilow

An 82-year-old singer-songwriter known for hits like "Copacabana" who recently underwent surgery to remove cancerous tissue from his lung.

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What they’re saying

“I want to share an update with you all. I'm doing great and recovering very well after my surgery. I've been getting exercise and spending some time in the studio, which has been fantastic.”

— Barry Manilow

“With my doctor's guidance and recommendation, however, we have decided to postpone my residency dates at Westgate Las Vegas from February 12-21 so I can stay focused on healing.”

— Barry Manilow

What’s next

Manilow is still planning on embarking on a tour that's kicking off at the end of February 2026, though the new dates for his postponed Las Vegas residency have not yet been announced.

The takeaway

Manilow's health battle underscores the challenges faced by aging musicians, many of whom have long histories of smoking and other health issues. His postponement of Las Vegas shows also impacts his fans and the local entertainment industry, highlighting the ripple effects of celebrity health crises.