Barry Manilow has announced he is adding six additional dates to his upcoming tour, after a successful recovery from lung cancer surgery. The 82-year-old singer underwent surgery last month following a diagnosis of a cancerous spot on his left lung.
In a statement shared on Instagram, his management team said: 'Surprise! Barry is feeling great… So great that he's decided to add six additional concerts to his existing March schedule.' The new shows will take place in Charlotte, Norfolk, Baltimore, Cincinnati, Nashville and Lexington.
Despite the positive news, some fans expressed concern that the singer may be returning to the stage too soon. One commented: 'Isn't it too soon for Barry? He just had surgery, and I think he needs time to fully recover.' Another wrote: 'I'm worried that you're already doing shows so soon after your surgery.'
However, many others were thrilled at his swift recovery. One fan wrote: 'Yep. Iron man,' while another said: 'So thrilled to see you coming to Baltimore, MD and just in time for my 65th Birthday.'
Last week, Manilow shared a selfie from his hospital bed with the caption: 'Better today!' He had earlier postponed several concerts on his The Last Last Concert tour to undergo the operation, but his doctors believe the cancer was caught early and that no further treatment beyond surgery is needed.
The tour is scheduled to begin on 27 February in Tampa, Florida, and conclude on 17 June at London's O2 Arena. Manilow previously told fans: 'No chemo. No radiation. Just chicken soup and I Love Lucy reruns.'
