Barry Manilow canceled his scheduled concert in Lexington on Tuesday night just 45 minutes before the show was set to begin. The singer shared news of the late change with fans on X, citing unforeseen circumstances as the reason for the decision.
Manilow has dealt with ongoing health issues related to an early-stage lung cancer diagnosis he revealed last year. The discovery of a cancerous spot followed a lengthy battle with bronchitis. After undergoing surgery to remove the spot, the 82-year-old performer has managed a recovery process that has forced several adjustments to his tour schedule throughout the year.
While the last-minute nature of the announcement drew frustration from some ticket holders, many fans responded with messages of support and well wishes. Manilow previously spoke openly about the physical demands of his performances during his recovery, noting that his surgeons advised him against rushing back to 90-minute sets before his lung capacity was fully restored.
Despite recent cancellations in Las Vegas earlier this spring, Manilow remains focused on his recovery progress. He has expressed consistent optimism about his ability to return to the stage full-time as his health improves. His team has not provided further details regarding when the Lexington date will be rescheduled.