Barry Manilow to Undergo a Procedure for Cancer in His Lung.

Barry Manilow has revealed that he has been diagnosed with lung cancer and will undergo surgery.

Early-Stage Diagnosis

The legendary 82-year-old artist, whose parade of upbeat chart-toppers from "Copacabana" has made him one of pop music’s cherished showmen, will have an operation to take out a section of lung tissue in an effort to treat the disease, which is at an early phase.

“For those who have been following, I recently suffered from six weeks of bronchitis followed by a return of another five weeks.

“Despite the fact that I was recovered from the illness and performing again in Las Vegas, my wonderful doctor requested an MRI just to ensure that all was clear.

“The MRI identified a cancerous spot on my lung that must be removed. It’s incredible chance (and a great doctor) that it was discovered so early.”

Postponed Performances

He has postponed a string of forthcoming live performances, but indicated he would be on stage again by Valentine’s Day for his long-running engagement at the Westgate Las Vegas Resort and Casino.

He went on to say: “The doctors do not believe it has spread and I’m undergoing further tests to confirm their diagnosis. So, that’s it. Chemo is not needed. Radiation therapy is off the table. Just rest and recuperation and favorite shows.

“I’m looking forward to until I come back to my home away from home in Las Vegas for our Valentine’s weekend concerts.”

Professional and Personal Journey

Manilow is now in the 16th year of a concert series in Nevada. The singer has been in the limelight and publicly identified as gay in 2017, after marrying his longtime partner and manager confidentially in 2014.

The duo were in a clandestine partnership for more than 35 years. Recently, Manilow discussed how vital his partner had been to him during his ascent to stardom in the 1970s.

“When my fame skyrocketed, it was just crazy. And, you know, coming home to an vacant room, you can land in a lot of trouble if you, you know, you’re alone repeatedly,” he said.

“But I found my partner right around when it was taking off. And I no longer had to go back to those isolated suites. I had a person to share sorrows with or to celebrate with.

“I wish that aspiring artists don’t have to go back to those rooms by themselves, because you might succumb to pitfalls. I never did. But it was very solitary until I met Garry. And then it was joyful.”