Music Legend Barry Manilow Will Have an Operation for a Lung Cancer Diagnosis.

Barry Manilow has revealed that he has been diagnosed with lung cancer and is set to have an operation.

Spot Found in Initial Phase

The 82-year-old singer, famous for his series of upbeat chart-toppers from "Copacabana" cemented his status as one of pop music’s most beloved performers, will have an operation to remove part of his lung in an effort to treat the illness, which is in its early stages.

“As my fans are aware, I recently suffered from six weeks of a bronchial infection followed by a return of another five weeks.

“Even though I was past the infection and performing again at the Westgate Las Vegas, my wonderful doctor requested an MRI just to ensure that there were no issues.

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

Postponed Performances

He has postponed a string of planned live performances, but indicated he would be on stage again by the February holiday for his longstanding residency at the Westgate Las Vegas Resort and Casino.

He went on to say: “The medical team do not believe it has metastasized and I’m undergoing further tests to confirm their diagnosis. So, that’s it. No chemo. Radiation therapy is off the table. Just chicken soup and favorite shows.

“I’m counting the days until I rejoin my familiar venue for our Vegas run for our special weekend performances.”

Professional and Personal Journey

Manilow is currently in the 16th year of a residency at the Westgate Las Vegas. The singer has been in the public eye and publicly identified as gay in 2017, after marrying his manager and long-term partner in secret in 2014.

The couple were in a private romance for in excess of 35 years. Recently, Manilow discussed how crucial Kief had been to him during his rise to peak fame in the 1970s.

“During my rapid rise to fame, it was just overwhelming. And, you know, returning to an vacant room, you can land in a lot of problems if you, you know, you’re alone evening after evening,” he said.

“But I found my partner right around when it was blowing up. And I was spared from having to go back to those isolated suites. I had a partner to share sorrows with or to enjoy success with.

“I desire that young people don’t have to go back to those hotel rooms by themselves, because you get yourself in trouble. I never did. But it was quite isolating until I met Garry. And then it was fun.”