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Manilow's Miracle: Beating Cancer and Charting High
4 Mar
Summary
- Barry Manilow announced early-stage lung cancer diagnosis in late 2025.
- He underwent successful surgery to remove a cancerous spot.
- His new single 'Once Before I Go' hit the top 10 Adult Contemporary chart.
Singer Barry Manilow provided a cheerful update to fans, reporting he is "getting stronger" following a health setback.
In late 2025, Manilow, aged 82 at the time, disclosed his diagnosis of early-stage lung cancer after a spot was found during treatment for bronchitis. He underwent surgery to remove the cancerous growth. This led to the postponement of scheduled January tour dates as he focused on recovery.
Further rescheduling of February and March shows occurred after a discouraging surgeon's visit. However, Manilow recently shared a video update expressing optimism. His new single, "Once Before I Go," released in September 2025, achieved a top 10 position on Billboard's Adult Contemporary chart, marking six decades of top 10 hits for the artist.
Manilow explained that despite daily exercise, he could only sing for short durations, prompting his surgeon to advise against performing his planned 90-minute shows. He acknowledged his body was not yet ready for the tour's physical demands. The singer is now looking forward to his Las Vegas residency in late March and resuming his arena tour in April.
