She had a witty joke for every occasioneven if the joke was on her. She had previously survived breast cancer after being diagnosed in 2017 but it eventually returned, coming back in a metastatic state. "Your voice, your story, and your message touched millions," read a statement from the show shared with USA TODAY. View our online Press Pack. "Americas Got Talent" season 16 contestant Jane Marczewski, also known as Nightbirde, passed away after a long battle with cancer, her family confirmed. I did get a scan result back, and a bunch of stuff that was there disappeared. "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. AMERICAS Got Talent singer Jane Marczewski has passed away at 31 after a long battle with cancer. Independent Press Standards Organisation (IPSO), Brave (Live at Maple House Sessions) (2021). The singer's loved ones posted a video that Jane Marczewski posted about validating feelings of grief in a moving tribute to her. It's difficult, I haven't been able to watch [her Audition video] since she passed," Cowell revealed in anAGTvideo. Information on survivors was not immediately available. Says Host Terry Crews, 'AGT' 's Terry Crews on Why He Was 'Floored' by His Golden Buzzer-Winning Act: 'Nothing Better', Nikki Bella on Judging 'AGT: Extreme' with Simon Cowell and Travis Pastrana: 'I Was Very Intimidated'. She received Simon Cowell's Golden Buzzer that season, vaulting her straight to the live shows. We must continue to live and learn from her words and lyrics. "We are saddened to learn about @_nightbirde's Passing. Nightbirde might have a boyfriend in the past. But nothing has been confirmed yet. As per the source, she was 15 weeks pregnant when she lost her baby. Jane seems to be married, and her husband's details are missing from the source. Nightbirde has an Instagram account with 21.9k followers and 919 posts so far. 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. Part of what touched many was the story of her cancer journey. In 2017, Nightbirde was diagnosed with stage 3 breast cancer. She went into remission in 2018. She was diagnosed again in 2019 and given 3-6 months to live with a 2% chance of survival. But she was again declared cancer-free in 2020. We thank everyone for their messages of love and support.. Her lasting legacy will be the gift of hope she gave to so many through her music and the strength she found in Jesus., Related: She had previously revealed that she'd lost a lot of weight during her cancer battle and hadgotten down to just 85 pounds. She may well have even won the whole competition if not for having to pull out. Life doesnt always give breaks to those that deserve itbut we knew that already. "Those who knew her, enjoyed her larger-than-life personality and sense of humor. It felt like everything fell apart. ", Nightbirdecontinued, saying: "I then move across the country to look for some miracle treatment that I dont actually have money to pay for. As much as I feel horribly about her passing I feel lucky to to have met, heard and known her.". She was 31. February 22, 2022 - 18:44 GMT Matthew Moore. Judge Howie Mandel called her the poster human for courage in the face of adversity, while fellow judge Sofia Vergara thanked the singer for touching us with your song and who you are and how you are. Simon Cowells voice cracked and tears welled up in his eyes as he recalled speaking a few times with Marczewski since her audition. For the latest news, follow us on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram. Life doesnt always give breaks to those that deserve itbut we knew that already. Nightbirde will always be a member of the AGT family. '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. "It's a lot to process the highest highs and the lowest lows of my life all happening at the same time, and all of this playing out in front of millions of people is really - it's a lot to carry. ", Nightbirde's sister issues heartbreaking tribute. Given Jane's love of colour, if you wish to add a colourful element to your funeral outfit, please do so. Sources tell TMZ that Jane Marczewski, of Zanesville, passed away Sunday. Pretty beat up, but Ive still got dreams.". This service is provided on News Group Newspapers' Limited's Standard Terms and Conditions in accordance with our Privacy & Cookie Policy. She posted a video of a bunch of balloons floating away in the sky over the ocean. Rest in peace, Jane. The highest of highs and lowest of lows in life happening at the same time with all of this playing out in front of millions of people, Nightbirde, who shared her original song Its OK on the show, told CNN. "I am so sad to announce that I wont be able to continue forward on this season of AGT. Nightbirde real name Jane Marczewski passed away on Sunday, following her brave battle with cancer. "She had a witty joke for every occasion even if the joke was on her. future after DC shake-up: 'I'll keep playing this role as long as I can'. The NBC App is the best place to catch up on the most recent season of your favorite shows, watch live TV, and stream movies. I think grieving and feeling through all the emotions that you feel: the sadness and the grief and the injustice and the anger and the loss and the bargaining. As much as I feel horribly about her passing I feel lucky to to have met, heard and known her. Jane Ann was born June 4, 1946, in Van Wert, to the late C. Robert and Wanda (Weaver) Baker. Its so hard for me to not be on the @agt stage for the finals this week. To me to you to us. Waiting for your permission to load the Instagram Media. Many remember her from Americas Got Talent, where she performed her song 'Its OK'and inspired millions of people around the globe with her messages of faith and never giving up," the family said Monday in a statement to USA TODAY. 1:10 PM PT -- A family statement reads, in part, "Those who knew her enjoyed her larger-than-life personality and sense of humor. The NBC franchise also honored the Zanesville, Ohio native on Monday. ", "Later that year, I suffered a catatonic mental breakdown where I did not speak, or eat or move from bed for three months. Its happening slow little by little, day by day, she said. She showed strength despite weakness she worshiped the present ability to love and be loved. Pain can be a gift because it really drives you to deep places and to dig more gold. Jane Steele passed away following a short illness on 22nd February. "I have to tell you the thing she said on stage which was, 'You can't wait until life isn't hard anymore before you decide to be happy,' " he said. Its okay. ", The performer concluded: "I needed that. "Life doesnt always give breaks to those that deserve it but we knew that already. A source with direct knowledge tells us the She was the cherished mother of Justine and Jon-Paul, a loving grandmother to Thomas, Sam and William, and a dear friend to many. She had a witty joke for every occasion even if the joke was on her. We Love you, Nightbirde," he wrote. Unaware that things get worse before they would get better.". Janes family first confirmed the singers death to TMZ on Monday (February 21st) before giving an official statement to PEOPLE. When we found that she had passed this weekend, that immediately came to my mind. The singer passed away on Sunday, after the A bunch of the big stuff has gone down in size so were on the way., In her most recent Instagram post, on January 11, she wrote, Honestly, things have been pretty brutal. Alta was born on March 25, 1945, in Pittsburg, Kansas, the daughter of Albert and Marcetta (Dunfee) Grosstephan. The singer reflected the love right back and said the embrace has restored my faith in humanity a whole lot to see people come together., In her final post on Instagram, Marczewski remained positive amid her deteriorating health. Marczewski returned to the show remotely in early August to give an update on her health. So the pain of continuing or the pain of giving up, she said in a recent interview. 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. AMERICA'S Got Talent singer Jane Marczewski has passed away at 31 after a long battle with cancer. You know what? Its okay. As much as I feel horribly about her passing I feel lucky to have met, heard and known her," judge Howie Mandel tweeted. Nightbirde, whose real name was Jane Marczewski was known as an American singer and songwriter. Our Condolences goes to her Closest Family & Friends in [this] difficult time. "The Sun", "Sun", "Sun Online" are registered trademarks or trade names of News Group Newspapers Limited. "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. Simon," he concluded. We thank everyone for their messages of love and support," they concluded. 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Stay with me, Ill be better soon. Everyones lost. "Rest in power @_nightbirde. A year later,Nightbirde's endless optimism and angelic vocalshave now been commemorated in a 10-track album of her collected works. Rest in peace, beautiful friend. We Love you, Nightbirde," host Terry Crews shared on Instagram. Macrzewski, who performed under the stage name Nightbirde on AGT, became a social media sens We must continue to live and learn from her words and lyrics. Part of the a360media Entertainment Group. In 2019, doctors gave her 3 to 6 months to live. Sadness and grief and mourning and lamenting and crying and screaming and being angry, these are ways that we honor what was lost.. The Official Nightbirde Store. America's Got Talent 'fan favorite' Jane 'Nightbirde' Marczweski will release her debut album posthumously with the help of her family one year after she died of cancer. 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. 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. Her TED talk from bed talk is worth hearing. Were all a little lost and its alright.. America's Got Talent 'fan favorite' Jane 'Nightbirde' Marczweski will release her debut album posthumously with the help of her family one year after she died of cancer. ", Nightbirde's family confirmed her death "with the deepest heartache. WebShe dropped out of the AGT competition and passed away on February 21, 2022. 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