Archive · 5 Aug 2026
Barry Manilow postpones Kentucky concert again, cites unforeseen circumstances
Barry Manilow is a very famous singer who is 83 years old.
He was supposed to sing at a big concert in Lexington, Kentucky on August 4.
But just a few hours before he was supposed to go on stage, he announced he could not do it.
He said there were 'unforeseen circumstances,' which means something unexpected came up.
He did not tell anyone exactly why.
This is the second time this year that the concert has been delayed.
Earlier, the show was pushed back because he was getting treatment for a small cancer in his lung.
Doctors found the cancer by accident while checking his hip pain and a cough.
Because the cancer did not cause any symptoms, finding it probably saved his life.
Even with his health problems, Manilow kept making music and released his 33rd album in June.
Fans will hear about the new concert date from the venue and ticketing companies.
Barry Manilow postponed his August 4 concert at Rupp Arena in Lexington, Kentucky just hours before showtime, citing 'unforeseen circumstances.'
The announcement was made on X, with no further details given about the reason for the last-minute postponement.
This is the second time the Lexington show has been delayed this year, after it was previously postponed in March while Manilow underwent treatment for stage 1 lung cancer.
Manilow's cancer was discovered during an MRI scan after he sought treatment for hip pain and recurring bronchitis; the disease had caused no noticeable symptoms.
Despite the health setback, the 83-year-old released his 33rd studio album, 'What a Time,' in June, with lead single 'Once Before I Go' reaching the top 10.
- Who
- Barry Manilow, the 83-year-old Grammy-winning singer, whose husband and longtime manager Garry Kief has supported him through treatment and recovery.
- What
- His scheduled August 4 concert at Rupp Arena in Lexington, Kentucky was postponed due to 'unforeseen circumstances,' with no further details shared.
- When
- Announced on X just hours before the scheduled August 4 performance; the concert had already been delayed once in March.
- Where
- Rupp Arena, Lexington, Kentucky.
- Why
- Manilow cited 'unforeseen circumstances' without explanation; the earlier March postponement followed his treatment for stage 1 lung cancer.
- Artist
- Barry Manilow
- Age
- 83
- Venue
- Rupp Arena, Lexington, Kentucky
- Scheduled date
- August 4
- Reason given
- 'Unforeseen circumstances' (no details provided)
- Prior postponement
- March, following stage 1 lung cancer treatment
- Latest album
- 'What a Time' (33rd studio album, released in June)
- Health history
- Stage 1 lung cancer discovered via MRI after hip pain and recurring bronchitis