Barry Manilow Surprises Fans, Cancels Las Vegas Shows Amid Health

Barry Manilow announced on Friday that he would cancel the evening’s performance and the following day’s show at the Westgate Las Vegas Resort & Casino. The cancellations were part of his “The Hits Come Home!” residency, which had been scheduled to run through the weekend.

The artist posted a brief statement on Instagram explaining the abrupt change.

The message said, “We’re very sorry, but we have to cancel tonight and tomorrow’s performances,” and added that technical and vocal problems made it impossible to proceed. Manilow also noted that ticket holders would receive automatic refunds for the canceled shows. The post was posted just before the shows were set to begin.

This marks the second time in one month that Manilow has pulled the plug on a concert minutes before his set. Earlier this month, he cancelled a Lexington, Kentucky show at Rupp Arena, .

The February 12‑21 residency run was also postponed when Manilow underwent surgery for lung cancer, and he said he was recovering well after the procedure.

## Background on Recent Cancellations

Manilow’s March 9 concert at Rupp Arena was cancelled abruptly on the day of the performance, a statement posted to X. The show was originally scheduled for that evening, but the artist announced a reschedule without providing a new date. Ticket holders were told that their tickets would be honored for the future show.

In February, Manilow postponed the Westgate Las Vegas residency after his surgery. He posted on Instagram that he had been “doing great and recovering well” and that his doctor had advised him to rest before resuming touring.

The decision was made to allow extra weeks for healing, which the artist described as “what the doctor ordered.” Those dates were moved beyond the end of February, but the exact new schedule remained unconfirmed.

## Health History and Current Condition

In December 2025, Manilow revealed that doctors had discovered a cancerous spot on his left lung during an MRI. He said the early detection was fortunate and that surgery would remove the tumor. The artist posted a statement on Instagram, writing, “It’s pure luck (and a great doctor) that it was found so early.”

After the surgery, Manilow announced that he was recovering and had been exercising and working in the studio. He emphasized that his doctor’s guidance had led to postponing his residency dates. No new health updates have been released since those statements, and there is no public record of additional complications.

## Fan Reactions and What Happens Next

Many fans responded to the cancellation announcement with well‑wishes on Instagram. Broadway star Audra McDonald commented, “Feel better, Barry!” The comments section was filled with messages encouraging Manilow to take care of himself. Some fans suggested that the schedule may have been too demanding given his recent surgery.

Ticket holders were assured that refunds would be processed automatically, and no new dates for the cancelled shows were announced. The Westgate Las Vegas Resort & Casino has not yet issued a statement regarding rescheduling. Until further information is provided, attendees will receive full refunds for the two canceled performances.

The repeated cancellations have raised questions about Manilow’s ongoing health and his ability to continue the residency. While no formal medical report has been released, the pattern of abrupt show cancellations suggests that his recovery may still be incomplete.

Fans and industry observers will likely await updates from Manilow or his representatives before planning to attend future dates.