Barry Manilow to Undergo an Operation for Lung Cancer.
The singer has disclosed that he was diagnosed with lung cancer and will be having an operation.
Cancer Caught Early
The legendary 82-year-old artist, known for a string of high-spirited hits from "Copacabana" cemented his status as one of pop music’s most beloved showmen, will have surgery to take out a section of lung tissue in an effort to combat the illness, which is at an early phase.
“As many of you know, I recently went through six weeks of a severe cough followed by a recurrence of another five weeks.
“Even though I was past the infection and performing again in Las Vegas, my wonderful doctor requested an MRI just to be certain that there were no issues.
“The MRI detected a malignant lesion on my left lung that requires removed. It’s pure luck (and a skilled doctor) that it was found so early.”
Concert Delays
He has delayed a series of planned live performances, but indicated he would be on stage again by the February holiday for his enduring engagement in Las Vegas.
He went on to say: “The medical team do not believe it has traveled and I’m having examinations to verify their assessment. So, that’s it. Chemo is not needed. Radiation therapy is off the table. Just rest and recuperation and classic TV.
“I’m eagerly awaiting until I return to my familiar venue for our Vegas run for our special weekend performances.”
A Long Career and Personal Life
Manilow is currently in the 16th year of a residency in Nevada. The singer has been in the limelight and came out as gay in 2017, after marrying his partner of many years, Garry Kief in secret in 2014.
The duo were in a discreet romance for in excess of 35 years. Recently, Manilow discussed how important his husband had been to him during his ascent to stardom in the 1970s.
“When my fame skyrocketed, it was just hectic. And, you know, coming home to an lonesome hotel suite, you can get into a lot of problems if you, you know, you’re on your own repeatedly,” he said.
“But I encountered my future husband right around when it was blowing up. And I didn’t have to go back to those lonesome rooms. I had a partner to share sorrows with or to enjoy success with.
“I hope 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 quite isolating until I met Garry. And then it was joyful.”