Barry Manilow Beats Stage One Lung Cancer

0:00On March 24, singer Barry Manalo opened up about his recent stage 1, lung cancer diagnosis. The 82-year-old entertainer had surgery to remove the tumor, and luckily it hadn't spread. He won't need chemotherapy or radiation, calling himself one of the fortunate ones. Doctors spotted the issue early during a check-up, though no one knows exactly how long it had been there. Barry admitted the news hit hard at first, but catching it before a worsened saved him from serious trouble. The scare prompted him to reflect deeply on his life. Married to Gary Keefe since 2014, Barry shared how the experience shook him, but also brought gratitude. Looking ahead, he's gearing up for a new album release called What a Time This June. He plans to restart his farewell tour, once fully recovered, and says he's feeling stronger by the day. These personal stories from Barry and other stars highlight the power of early detection and beating cancer. I'm Corey with The Story, and you've been listening to entertainment and celebrity news today, AI-powered pop culture coverage.