Overview
- An MRI ordered after a prolonged bout of bronchitis detected a cancerous spot on Manilow’s left lung, which representatives described as stage one.
- Surgery to remove the spot is scheduled for late December, following the completion of his Palm Desert charity concerts.
- Doctors do not believe the cancer has spread, with further tests underway, and no chemotherapy or radiation is anticipated.
- About a month of recovery will push January arena dates to late February through April, and existing tickets will be honored for the new dates.
- He is targeting Valentine’s weekend shows at Westgate Las Vegas for his return and urged fans to get tested if they notice symptoms.