Grammy winner diagnosed with lung cancer
The 82-year-old Grammy winner wrote on Instagram that an MRI, ordered after a prolonged bout of bronchitis, “discovered a cancerous spot on my left lung that must be removed.”
“It’s pure luck (and a great doctor) that it was found so early,” he added.
Manilow continued, saying he intends to undergo surgery to remove the cancer, consequently canceling his scheduled concerts for the rest of December and January, CE Report quotes ANSA.
“The doctors don’t believe it has spread, and I’m undergoing tests to confirm the diagnosis,” Manilow said.
As reported by CE Report, the soft rock singer, best known for his series of hits in the 1970s including Copacabana and I Write the Songs, stated that he plans to return to performing by mid-February 2026.
