Many fans were on edge hoping that Barry Manilow would be healthy enough to perform just a few days after emergency oral surgery.  The loyal and rabid fans, known as Fanilows invaded the Toyota Center to hear the original American Idol belt out hit after hit.

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    Barry woos the crowd.
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    A group of Fanilows take over Line 3.
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    Barry Manilow performing at the Toyota Center.
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    “Fanilows” excited to see Barry.
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    Barry Manilow takes in the Houston crowd.
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    “Fanilows” excited to see Barry.
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    Barry is bigger than life.
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    “Fanilows” excited to see Barry.
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    He can’t smile without you.
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    Fanilows in a hurry to get in the building.
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    Barry Manilow performing at the Toyota Center.
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    Fanilows in a hurry to get in the building.
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    Barry Manilow performing at the Toyota Center.
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    Fanilows in a hurry to get in the building.
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    Barry Manilow performing at the Toyota Center.
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    Barry Manilow performing at the Toyota Center.
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    Fanilows in a hurry to get in the building.
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    Barry Manilow performing at the Toyota Center.
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    “Fanilows” excited to see Barry.
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    “Fanilows” taking a selfie.

Jackson is a freelance photographer and writer covering a variety of music and sporting events in the Houston area. He has contributed to the Houston Press since 2013.