Barry Manilow Shares Health Update After Lung Cancer Diagnosis
The Grammy-winning singer recently revealed that doctors found cancer in one of his lungs.
1/3/2026
The Grammy-winning singer recently revealed that doctors found cancer in one of his lungs.
Barry Manilow performs during "Manilow: The Last Detroit Concert" at Little Caesars Arena on June 03, 2025 in Detroit, Michigan. Scott Legato/Getty Images
Barry Manilow is sharing some encouraging news following his recent lung cancer diagnosis.
In late December, the 82-year-old Grammy-winning singer revealed that doctors had found cancer in one of his lungs, prompting him to postpone his January concerts to begin treatment.
On Friday (Jan. 2), the “Copacabana” hitmaker shared a positive update on Instagram, posting a grinning selfie that appears to have been taken in a hospital bed while wearing a gown. The photo, seemingly sent through text, shows a gray message bubble that reads, “Better today!”
About two weeks ago, Manilow announced his cancer diagnosis in a statement on his social media accounts.
“As many of you know, I recently went through six weeks of bronchitis followed by a relapse of another five weeks. Even though I was over the bronchitis and back on stage at the Westgate Las Vegas, my wonderful doctor ordered an MRI just to make sure that everything was OK,” he wrote. “The MRI discovered a cancerous spot on my left lung that needs to be removed. It’s pure luck (and a great doctor) that it was found so early. That’s the good news.”
The singer added that he would be undergoing surgery to have the cancer removed.
“The doctors do not believe it has spread and I’m taking tests to confirm their diagnosis,” Manilow wrote. “So, that’s it. No chemo. No radiation. Just chicken soup and I Love Lucy reruns.”
Manilow also apologized to fans for postponing his January shows.
“In the meantime, I’m counting the days until I return to my home away from home at the Westgate Las Vegas for our Valentine’s weekend concerts on February 12-13-14 and throughout 2026,” he wrote. “Something tells me that February weekend is going to be one big party!”
He concluded his message by wishing everyone a Merry Christmas and Happy New Year, and reminding fans to stay on top of their health. “And remember, if you have even the slightest symptom… get tested!” he wrote.
See Manilow’s latest update on Instagram below.
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