Music Legend Barry Manilow Scheduled for an Operation for Cancer in His Lung.

The singer has disclosed that he received a diagnosis with lung cancer and will be having a surgical procedure.

Early-Stage Diagnosis

The octogenarian performer, famous for his series of high-spirited hits from "Copacabana" cemented his status as one of pop music’s cherished entertainers, will have surgery to remove part of his lung in an effort to treat the illness, which is in its early stages.

“For those who have been following, I recently went through six weeks of a bronchial infection followed by a return of another five weeks.

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

“The MRI detected a cancerous spot on my left side that must be removed. It’s sheer fortune (and a great doctor) that it was found so early.”

Concert Delays

He has delayed a string of forthcoming concerts, but stated he would be on stage again by Valentine’s Day for his longstanding engagement at the Westgate Las Vegas Resort and Casino.

He continued: “The doctors do not believe it has spread and I’m taking tests to verify their assessment. So, that’s it. No chemo. No radiotherapy. Just chicken soup and classic TV.

“I’m eagerly awaiting until I return to my familiar venue in Las Vegas for our special weekend performances.”

Professional and Personal Journey

Manilow is now 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 pair were in a private relationship for in excess of 35 years. Recently, Manilow spoke about how crucial his husband had been to him during his rise to peak fame in the 1970s.

“When my fame skyrocketed, it was just crazy. And, you know, returning to an empty hotel room, you can get into a lot of trouble if you, you know, you’re by yourself repeatedly,” he said.

“But I encountered my future husband right around when it was taking off. And I was spared from having to go back to those lonesome rooms. I had a person to share sorrows with or to enjoy success with.

“I wish that newcomers today don’t have to go back to those rooms by themselves, because you might succumb to pitfalls. I never did. But it was pretty lonely until I met Garry. And then it was joyful.”