{"id":746546,"date":"2026-08-22T21:40:11","date_gmt":"2026-08-22T21:40:11","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/uk\/746546\/"},"modified":"2026-08-22T21:40:11","modified_gmt":"2026-08-22T21:40:11","slug":"barry-manilow-cancels-more-concerts-at-last-minute-after-lung-cancer-battle","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/uk\/746546\/","title":{"rendered":"Barry Manilow cancels more concerts at last minute after lung cancer battle"},"content":{"rendered":"

Barry Manilow has pulled the plug on more shows at the last minute, prompting renewed concern about his health following his lung cancer battle<\/a>.<\/p>\n

The \u201cCopacabana (At the Copa)\u201d singer, 83, took to Instagram Friday to announce the cancellation<\/a> of that evening\u2019s show and Saturday\u2019s performance at the Westgate Las Vegas Resort & Casino as part of his \u201cThe Hits Come Home!\u201d residency.<\/p>\n

\u201cWe\u2019ve very sorry, but we have to cancel tonight and tomorrow\u2019s performances,\u201d the statement read. \u201cDue to technical and vocal problems, we\u2019re unable to put on our show.\u201d<\/p>\n

Barry Manilow (pictured above) has canceled another round of gigs during his Las Vegas residency. Getty Images<\/p>\n

Manilow\u2019s team cited \u201ctechnical and vocal problems\u201d as the reason for the cancellations in a statement (seen above). barry manilow\/ instagram<\/p>\n

Ticket holders were assured in the comments that they would automatically receive refunds for the canceled shows.<\/p>\n

Although some fans were disappointed by the news, most sent Manilow well wishes and urged him to take care of himself, with some suggesting his schedule may have been too much.<\/p>\n

Broadway star Audra McDonald was among those showing their support for the \u201cMandy\u201d vocalist, writing \u201cFeel better, Barry!\u201d in the comments.<\/p>\n

Although fans were disappointed by the news, many urged the singer to take care of himself. Getty Images<\/p>\n

Others wondered whether Manilow\u2019s busy schedule may be taking too much of a toll on him. Redferns<\/p>\n

Friday\u2019s announcement marked the second time in just one month that Manilow canceled a performance minutes before he was due to take the stage.<\/p>\n

Earlier this month, Manilow abruptly pulled the plug on a concert in Lexington, Kentucky<\/a>, where he was scheduled to perform at Rupp Arena.<\/p>\n

In a statement posted to X, the \u201cI Write the Songs\u201d hitmaker announced that the show had been rescheduled due to \u201cunforeseen circumstances.\u201d<\/p>\n

This marks the second time this month that Manilow has canceled a performance shortly before taking the stage. Mat Hayward\/Getty Images<\/p>\n

He canceled his concert at Rupp Arena in Lexington, Kentucky, earlier this month. Michael Ochs Archives<\/p>\n

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The concert had originally been scheduled for March 9 before being postponed.<\/p>\n

A new date has yet to be announced, though Rupp Arena confirmed that tickets for the original show would be honored.<\/p>\n

The latest cancellation of Manilow\u2019s Las Vegas residency dates comes six months after he was forced to reschedule the original Feb. 12-21 run<\/a> while recovering from surgery for lung cancer.<\/p>\n

The Lexington gig had originally been scheduled for March 9 before being postponed. Getty Images<\/p>\n

Manilow had previously rescheduled his Las Vegas residency dates from their original February run. GC Images<\/p>\n

\u201cI\u2019m doing great and recovering well after my surgery,\u201d Manilow said in a statement posted to Instagram at the time. \u201cI\u2019ve been getting exercise and spending some time in the studio, which has been fantastic.<\/p>\n

\u201cWith my doctor\u2019s guidance and recommendation, however, we have decided to postpone my residency dates at Westgate Las Vegas from February 21-21, so I can stay focused on healing and getting ready for the tour that\u2019s kicking off at the end of February,\u201d he continued.<\/p>\n

\u201cHaving a few extra weeks to rest and prepare is what the doctor ordered!\u201d Manilow concluded.<\/p>\n

The postponement came as Manilow was recovering from surgery for lung cancer. barry manilow\/ instagram<\/p>\n

He announced his lung cancer diagnosis and plans for surgery in December 2025. Getty Images<\/p>\n

In December 2025, Manilow revealed on Instagram that doctors had discovered a cancerous spot on his left lung during an MRI, requiring surgery to remove it.<\/p>\n

\u201cIt\u2019s pure luck (and a great doctor) that it was found so early,\u201d Manilow wrote in a statement at the time. \u201cThat\u2019s the good news.\u201d<\/p>\n

He subsequently rescheduled his January arena tour dates ahead of his surgery.<\/p>\n

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