Music veteran Barry Manilow has revealed that he has been diagnosed with lung cancer and will soon undergo surgery to remove a cancerous spot from his lung. The singer-songwriter said the disease was detected at an early stage and described the discovery as a matter of “pure luck”.
In a statement, Manilow explained that doctors found the cancer during an MRI scan that was performed after he had been suffering from bronchitis for several weeks. A scan revealed a small spot on his lung, which was later confirmed to be cancer. The 82-year-old said doctors believe the cancer has not spread and he will not require chemotherapy or radiation treatment after the operation.
“That’s it. No chemo. No radiation. Just chicken soup and reruns of I Love Lucy,” added Barry.
Manilow said he remains optimistic about his recovery and is grateful the condition was identified early. He added that he is following medical advice and focusing on his health in the coming weeks. His representatives have indicated that he will step back from public appearances while he undergoes treatment and recovery.
