Barry Manilow sparks fresh concerns for health as he cancels more shows
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Barry Manilow has cancelled two more shows due to “technical and vocal problems” sparking further concern for the 82-year-old singer’s health.
The What a Wonderful World singer, who is back on tour following cancer surgery in January, announced the cancellation just days after ending an earlier Las Vegas concert 40 minutes in.
There are fresh concerns for Barry Manilow’s health after he was forced to cancel more shows. Mario Anzuoni/Reuters via CNN
“We’re very sorry, but we have to cancel tonight and tomorrow’s performances. Due to technical and vocal problems, we’re unable to put on our show,” the Grammy winner announced on social media.
It comes after the Copacabana singer ended his concert at the Westgate Las Vegas Resort & Casino on Thursday (Friday AEST), after just 40 minutes also due to “technical difficulties”.
Fans rushed to the comments section, sending well wishes to the star, after Manilow opened up about his lung cancer diagnosis and treatments earlier this year.
“PLEASE TAKE CARE OF YOURSELF MR. MANILOW!!!!!” wrote one fan.
“You must take care of yourself Barry!!! You are a national treasure Sir! Big hugs!” said one commenter.
“Sending Barry nothing but love and hope he is feeling better soon! Xxx,” wrote another, while a fourth added: “The only and most important thing is for Barry to take care of himself As for his music I will continue to love it as I have for a portion of my life.”
Manilow was forced to reschedule a number of shows earlier this year after sharing he had been diagnosed with lung cancer.
Singer Barry Manilow revealed his cancer diagnosis in December 2025. Getty
Doctors found a cancerous spot on his lungs during an MRI, the singer shared in a statement posted to Instagram at the time.
The singer-songwriter revealed he underwent the scan because he suffered from repeated bronchitis infections in a span of six weeks.
He added that doctors caught it early, and said he won’t need to go through chemotherapy or radiation once it’s removed.
Two weeks after sharing his diagnosis, the music legend shared a health update revealing he was feeling “Better today!“.
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