Were all a little lost and its alright.". AFTER battling cancer for more than five years, America's Got Talent star Jane Marczewski reportedly died at age 31. ", Nightbirde:'AGT' contestant withdraws from competition after cancer 'takes turn for the worse'. AGT judge Terry Crews paid tribute to the singer in an Instagram post, saying: "We are saddened to learn about @_nightbirde's Passing. Information on survivors was not immediately available. Ohio singerMarczewski had to withdraw from the NBC competition show midway through the 16th season in August, revealing that her health had"taken a turn for the worse" since her audition. It's been a year since one ofAGT's most unforgettable Contestants, Jane "Nightbirde" Marczewski, passed away, but her legacy lives on. He is now establishing a nonprofit and 100 percent of proceeds will go to the cause in Janes memory. She said: "I did get a scan result back and a bunch of stuff that was there has now disappeared, and a bunch of the really big stuff has gone down in size. She may well have even won the whole competition if not for having to pull out. ", Strictly star bags life-changing EastEnders role as part of new family, Baby's body found after huge search as cops quiz Constance Marten & lover, Bianca Gascoigne reveals very unusual name for her newborn daughter, I took pic of son, 18, before his first night out then the worst thing happened, News Group Newspapers Limited in England No. I used to believe that if I was sad, it meant that I wasnt fighting hard enough or I wasnt grateful enough, and thats not true. A source with direct knowledge tells us the Its my life. It is with the deepest heartache that we confirm that after a four year battle with cancer, Jane Marczewski, known to many of you as Nightbirde, passed away on February 19th 2022. She had a witty joke for every occasioneven if the joke was on her. Host Terry Crews released a statement on Monday, February 21, writing via Instagram, We are saddened to learn about @_nightbirdes Passing. Share this page. Today, I actually sang a lot and even though its not to 100 percent, Im just so happy to be singing and I cant stop smiling today.. When Chris mentioned if she felt "comfortable to dream," Nightbirde opened up: "I think life sometimes is a game of 'choose your pain' so the pain of continuing or the pain of giving up. In July 2020 she went into remission, but tragically, the cancer soon returned. Rest in peace, Jane. Judge Heidi Klum shared a photo of Nightbirde on her Instagramstory, writing "We love you" and "rest in peace. I needed that. Macrzewski performed under the stage name Nightbirde, and she competed on the 16th season of America's Got Talent. I think its wholly work. She wrote: "Honestly, things have been pretty brutal. The singerdropped out of the AGT finals, and shared the news onInstagramlast August after revealing herhealth had deteriorated. TMZ was first to report the death, citing a source with direct knowledge as saying the cancer had spread. "Her determination to fight this terrible illness was remarkable. Macrzewski, who performed under the stage name Nightbirde on Jane Baker Holland passed away peacefully Monday, Feb. 20, 2023, surrounded by love, at the VNA Hospice of Indian River County in Vero Beach, Fla. Jane lived a wonderful 103 years of life. She was 31. She was the cherished mother of Justine and Jon-Paul, a loving grandmother to Thomas, Sam and William, and a dear friend to many. AMERICA'S Got Talent singer Jane Marczewski has passed away at 31 after a long battle with cancer. When Cuomo mentioned if she felt "comfortable to dream," Nightbirde opened up: "I think life sometimes is a game of 'choose your pain' so the pain of continuing or the pain of giving up. Our Condolences goes to her Closest Family & Friends in such of This difficult time. She gave a soft smile to the camera, alongside aheartfelt messageto her followers on how she was feeling. Those who knew her, enjoyed her larger-than-life personality and sense of humor. Teamed Up W/ Conor's Proper No. We lost a shining star today you were a true inspiration to all. Rest in peace @nightbirde, Klum wrote alongside a photo of the Zanesville, Ohio, native. We thank everyone for their messages of love and support.. "It is with the deepest heartache that we confirm that after a "Our Condolences goes to her Closest Family & Friends in such of This difficult time. You know what? AGT star Nightbirdedescribed her life as pretty brutalin her final post before her death at 31 years old. Shes inspired millions. ", "On top of all that, I then realize my marriage is ending. Jane Ann was born June 4, 1946, in Van Wert, to the late C. Robert and Wanda (Weaver) Baker. We love you. I have gone through cancer three times. She was 31. Alta Jane Lucas, 77, of Chanute passed away on Tuesday, February 28, 2023, at Heritage Healthcare in Chanute. The Zanesville, OH, native earned a judges standing ovation and the NBC shows sought-after Golden Buzzer with her audition performance of an original song, Its Okay in June. ", "At my worst, I was given three to six months to live and a 2% chance of survival. Jane Fortin, 68 years old, of St. Johnsbury, Vt., passed away peacefully with her daughter, grandson, and son-in-law at her side on Sunday, Feb. 26, 2023 in St. Johnsbury. COLUMBUS, Ohio Nightbirde, the Zanesville woman who captured the nation's attention on "America's Got Talent" while The entertainer became an overnight sensation after her incredible audition with a video of her performance racking upover 30million views on YouTube. Her lasting legacy will be the gift of hope she gave to so many through her music and the strength she found in Jesus. 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", Show host Terry Crews also shared the news on social media Monday, postinga photo of Nightbirde to Instagramand writing, "We are saddened to learn about@_nightbirde's Passing. All Rights Reserved. It felt like everything fell apart. The artist, whose real name was Jane Marczewski, detailed her experience battling the disease on social media, even revealing thatshe got down to just 85 poundsat one point. Janes family first confirmed the singers death to TMZ on Monday (February 21st) before giving an official statement to PEOPLE. She had a witty joke for every occasion even if the joke was on her. Nightbirde, whose real name was Jane Kristen Marczewski, sadly passed away in February this year after a four-year battle with cancer. Last November, the singer went on CNN and gave fans an update on her cancer battle. In this photo, America's Got Talent Live: The All Stars Tour logo captured on the big screen onstage during opening night in Salina, Kansas, Oct. 6, 2015. While speaking to former hostChris Cuomo, Nightbirde revealed her latest diagnosis and opened up about the "pain of giving up. I am sending my love to her family.". Nightbirde, who appeared on season 16 of Americas Got Talent, died after a long battle with cancer. "Many remember her from America's Got Talent, where she performed her song 'It's OK' and inspired millions of people around the globe with her messages of faith and never giving up. We Love you, Nightbirde., Also today, AGT judge Howie Mandel tweeted his condolences, writing, that Nightbirde was such a bright inspirational light in all our lives. The NBC franchise also honored the Zanesville, Ohio native on Monday. ", The performer concluded: "I needed that. All rights reserved. The brother of Jane Marczewski, Mitch, has created a GoFundMe to start a memorial foundation, according to WSLS-TV, a television station for the Roanoke, Virginia area. While speaking to former hostChris Cuomo, Nightbirde revealed her latest diagnosis and opened up about the "pain of giving up.". Americas Got Talent sensation Jane Nightbirde Marczewski has died at age 31 following a courageous public battle with cancer. We, her family, are devastated by her passing and unimaginable loss. Jane Marczewski, the Ohio singer known as Nightbirde from AGT, has passed away following a battle with cancer. Sign up for Deadline's Newsletter. "So, the pain of continuing there is a lot more uncertainty that way, but I think the pain of giving up is so much worse. When expanded it provides a list of search options that will switch the search inputs to match the current selection. ", At the time of her audition, which was filmed last summer, Nightbirde told audiences that she "had some cancer in my lungs, spine and my liver," adding, "I have a two percent chance of survival, but two percent is not zero percent. Thats what Ive been doing and Im really proud about the stuff I am working on and my voice is getting there, she said at the time. 'Her Golden Buzzer will live on forever, no one else, in my opinion, could be number one,' #SimonCowell said describing late #AGT star #Nightbirde.Be resting as well as an angel in eternal peace. As much as I feel horribly about her passing I feel lucky to to have met, heard and known her., Heidi Klum shared a photo of the contestant, writing via Instagram Story, We love you. View our online Press Pack. Jane Marczewski Death Reason A post-show hobby turned into a career, and Nightbird became the face of the latest crop of singers. "It is with the deepest heartache that we confirm that after a four-year battle with cancer, Jane Marczewski, known to many of you as Nightbirde, passed away on February 19th 2022. We must continue to live and learn from her words and lyrics. "What a miracle that the pain Ive walked through can be reworked into beauty that makes people all over the world open their eyes wider.". Billboard is a part of Penske Media Corporation. She was 31. Unfortunately, her 'AGT' run was cut short due to the cancer and she's been mostly out of the spotlight since -- doing a few interviews here and there, while also staying positive on social media and sharing her journey. UPDATED with more statements and tributes: Jane Marczewski, the singer known as Nightbirde who found fame on Americas Got Talent last year and chronicled her battle with breast cancer on social media, died Sunday of the disease. "The Sun", "Sun", "Sun Online" are registered trademarks or trade names of News Group Newspapers Limited. The Sun website is regulated by the Independent Press Standards Organisation (IPSO), Our journalists strive for accuracy but on occasion we make mistakes. 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