Barry Manilow

Barry Manilow is one of the best-selling recording artists of all time, with worldwide sales exceeding 85 million records. Born in Brooklyn, New York, Manilow studied at the New York College of Music and later at the Juilliard School. He began his career arranging and producing commercials and jingles before rising to fame as a performer in the 1970s. His distinctive vocal style and gift for melodic pop ballads made him a household name across the globe.

Manilow’s string of hits throughout the 1970s and 1980s cemented his legacy in popular music. Songs like “Mandy,” “I Write the Songs,” “Copacabana (At the Copa),” “Could It Be Magic,” and “Looks Like We Made It” became enduring classics. He has earned one Grammy Award, multiple American Music Awards, and an Emmy Award over the course of his career. His ability to craft emotionally resonant songs with wide commercial appeal set him apart from his contemporaries.

A significant portion of Manilow’s wealth has come from his legendary residency at the Las Vegas Hilton and later at the Westgate Las Vegas Resort. His residency, which began in 2005 and ran intermittently for over a decade, was one of the highest-grossing Las Vegas shows of its era. He continued touring well into his 80s, performing for devoted fans around the world. His concert tours have consistently ranked among the top-grossing tours for adult contemporary artists.

Beyond performing, Manilow has written music for television, film, and Broadway. He produced and composed the score for the Broadway musical “Harmony,” which debuted in 2022. His business acumen, combined with decades of royalties from his extensive catalog and ongoing live performances, has built an estimated net worth of $100 million as of 2026.