Barry Manilow Scheduled for an Operation for a Lung Cancer Diagnosis.

Barry Manilow has revealed that he was diagnosed with a cancerous growth in his lung and will undergo a surgical procedure.

Cancer Caught Early

The octogenarian performer, famous for his series of beloved anthems from "Copacabana" cemented his status as one of pop music’s most beloved showmen, will have surgery to take out a section of lung tissue in an effort to treat the illness, which is at an early phase.

“As many of you know, I recently endured six weeks of bronchitis followed by a return of another five weeks.

“Despite the fact that I was recovered from the illness and performing again for my residency, my wonderful doctor requested an MRI just to make sure that all was clear.

“The MRI discovered a malignant lesion on my left side that needs to be removed. It’s incredible chance (and a great doctor) that it was discovered so early.”

Concert Delays

He has postponed a string of forthcoming shows, but indicated he would be on stage again by the February holiday for his long-running engagement at the Westgate Las Vegas Resort and Casino.

He continued: “The physicians do not believe it has metastasized and I’m having examinations to confirm their diagnosis. So, that’s it. No chemo. No radiation. Just home remedies and I Love Lucy reruns.

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

A Long Career and Personal Life

Manilow is presently in his 16th year of a concert series on the Las Vegas Strip. The singer has been in the spotlight and publicly identified as gay in 2017, after tying the knot with his longtime partner and manager in secret in 2014.

The duo were in a clandestine relationship for in excess of 35 years. Recently, Manilow discussed how important Kief had been to him during his ascent to stardom in the 1970s.

“As my career exploded, it was just overwhelming. And, you know, returning to an empty hotel room, you can land in a lot of difficulty if you, you know, you’re on your own night after night,” he said.

“But I met Garry right around when it was blowing up. And I no longer had to go back to those lonesome rooms. I had a partner to share sorrows with or to enjoy success with.

“I wish that aspiring artists don’t have to go back to those hotel 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.”