
Legendary entertainer Barry Manilow has announced he will undergo surgery for a cancerous spot discovered on his lung, insisting he will not require chemotherapy or radiation as part of his treatment.
Barry Manilow, the 82-year-old singer whose career spans six decades and includes iconic hits such as 'Copacabana' and 'Mandy', shared a detailed health update on his verified Instagram account on 22 December 2025. In a first-person statement, Manilow disclosed the discovery of a cancerous spot on his left lung and outlined his scheduled surgical treatment with an optimistic prognosis.