Music legend cuts performance short, cancels next show just days after return
AL.com • • entertainment
Key Points:
- Barry Manilow cut his Friday night concert short after performing only two songs and canceled his Saturday show at the Westgate Las Vegas Resort & Casino due to bronchitis.
- The cancellations came just a day after his much-anticipated return to the stage following a six-week hiatus for recovery from lung cancer.
- Manilow's representatives confirmed the bronchitis diagnosis and Ticketmaster issued refunds to attendees for the canceled shows.
- The singer had publicly revealed his lung cancer diagnosis in December 2025 and initially estimated a one-month recovery period.
- Despite the setback, Manilow had expressed optimism about returning for Valentine’s weekend concerts in February 2026 and continuing his performances thereafter.
