Barry Manilow Cuts Las Vegas Show Short Due to Bronchitis
Barry Manilow had to stop his Las Vegas concert early Friday after only two songs, and his Saturday performance was canceled because he is dealing with bronchitis. The 83-year-old singer had postponed US farewell tour dates in December 2025 after a lung cancer diagnosis, and recovery delays also pushed back his Westgate residency that had been planned to start in May. His next show at the Westgate Las Vegas Resort & Casino is scheduled for October 15.
Barry Manilow, 83, returned to his Westgate Las Vegas Resort & Casino residency but left Friday’s performance after only two numbers. The following night’s show was called off. His spokesperson attributed the interruption to bronchitis.
The singer had already delayed several 2025 farewell-tour dates after a lung cancer diagnosis. A slower-than-expected recovery also moved his Westgate opening from May. His next scheduled appearance there is October 15.
Manilow’s shortened show and canceled date may disappoint fans who traveled to see him, and could affect the Westgate’s entertainment schedule and local hospitality spending tied to residency audiences. The situation may also draw attention to the health challenges facing aging performers and the uncertainty such interruptions can create for touring staff, venues, and ticket holders. It could prompt promoters to build more flexibility into residency calendars.