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Barry Manilow Delays Tour, Voice Recovering After Lung Surgery

6/4/2026

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Barry Manilow Delays Tour

Barry Manilow said tour may be delayed because voice not recovered after lung cancer surgery.
He was diagnosed with lung cancer December 2025 and underwent a lobectomy.
Doctors say cancer did not spread, no chemo or radiation needed, and he is cancer-free.
He told a Monday show his voice sounded different during sound check a month earlier.
He still plans “The Last Concerts” for June 2026 before his Las Vegas residency.

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Barry Manilow Returns

Barry Manilow released his 33rd studio album *What A Time* on June 5, 2026.
His single “Once Before I Go” reached the Contemporary Top 10, a hit in his sixth decade.
He will begin a brief UK tour in Glasgow next week, billed as “The Last Last Concerts.”
Manilow’s first post-surgery performance on June 25, 2026 will be paired with a video message announcing the follow-up single “Sun Shine” and online interview and live-stream promotion.

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Barry Manilow Recovery

Barry Manilow said a recent sound check left his voice feeling deflated.
He called the waiting period for vocal recovery agony and said he could not believe his singing career might end.
He told reporters he does not want his performances to stop, emphasizing his determination.
He posted an Instagram update showing images from his surgery and recovery, describing the health news as depressing.

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Barry Manilow Delays Tour

Barry Manilow said tour may be delayed because voice not recovered after lung cancer surgery.
He was diagnosed with lung cancer December 2025 and underwent a lobectomy.
Doctors say cancer did not spread, no chemo or radiation needed, and he is cancer-free.
He told a Monday show his voice sounded different during sound check a month earlier.
He still plans “The Last Concerts” for June 2026 before his Las Vegas residency.

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