US EditionPost Malone, Barry Manilow Cancel Concerts
Manilow said his doctor is not quite ready for him to perform, but he expects to return for six UK arena dates in June.
- On Friday, 82-year-old singer Barry Manilow announced the postponement of his May residency dates at Westgate Las Vegas on doctor's advice that he is not yet ready to perform.
- Manilow has been recovering from Stage 1 lung cancer since his diagnosis late last year, recently admitting he found waiting for health improvements 'agony' as his voice and breathing struggled to return.
- Reporting 'great progress' in his recovery, Manilow credited his physician with saving his life by ordering a precautionary scan after recent bouts of bronchitis that revealed the cancerous spot.
- Confirming his June UK arena tour will proceed as scheduled, Manilow also plans to return to Westgate Resort for Las Vegas performances in July, calling it his 'home away from home.'
- Training and exercise regimens are paying off, Manilow stated, yet he remains unable to sustain the physical demands of a full 90-minute performance, signaling continued recovery work ahead.
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Barry Manilow, 82, gives update on his cancer battle as he cancels more tour dates
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