"We are saddened to learn about @_nightbirde's Passing. Macrzewski, who performed under the stage name Nightbirde on AGT, became a social media sens I lost 80 pounds again and that point, I really believed that I was going to die. 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. Anyone who knew Jane knew that she was a woman of inspiration and joy even during times where joy would seem foreign to most. AMERICA'S Got Talent singer Jane Marczewski has passed away at 31 after a long battle with cancer. Her lasting legacy will be the gift of hope she communicated through music and the strength she found in Jesus.". "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. Her lasting legacy will be the gift of hope she gave to so many through her music and the strength she found in Jesus. Nightbirde real name Jane Marczewski passed away on Sunday, following her brave battle with cancer. "Your voice, your story, and your message touched millions," read a statement from the show shared with USA TODAY. I am so sad to announce that I wont be able to continue forward on this season of, Chris Pine admits 'it does look' like Harry Styles spit on him but this is what actually happened, Rebel Wilson 'collapsed' after Ramona Agruma proposal: 'I was so overwhelmed', Amy Grant recalls being 'so scared' to return to touring following serious bike accident, Travis Scott being sought by NYPD after alleged nightclub assault, Zachary Levi talks 'Shazam!' The Sun website is regulated by the Independent Press Standards Organisation (IPSO), Our journalists strive for accuracy but on occasion we make mistakes. Jane Nightbirde Marczewskisfamily posted one of the last videos that theAmericas Got Talentstar had taken before her death on Instagram on Tuesday February 22. She gave a soft smile to the camera, alongside aheartfelt messageto her followers on how she was feeling. When we found that she had passed this weekend, that immediately came to my mind. Following a remission, the cancer returned in a metastatic state. She smiled, holding on to an IV pole, and captioned the snap: "Ever seen 85 pounds look so good???? #nightbirde. @_nightbirde was such a bright inspirational light in all our lives.we must continue to live and learn from her words and lyrics. Jane Marczewski passed away on Feb. 19 after a four-year battle with cancer. Obviously, she got a green light to move on -- and made it to the quarterfinals. 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, they said. Jane Ann was born June 4, 1946, in Van Wert, to the late C. Robert and Wanda (Weaver) Baker. The 31-year-old captivated many of the shows viewers, as well as the judges, after delivering a heartwarming performance of an original composition called "Its OK." Before her performance, Marczewski told the judges that she was battling cancer and that it had spread to her lungs, spine and liver. AGT star Nightbirdedescribed her life as pretty brutalin her final post before her death at 31 years old. No one else, in my opinion, could be number one.". Afterwards, she was diagnosed again and again, and wrote on her blog, I have had cancer three times now, and I have barely passed thirty. When expanded it provides a list of search options that will switch the search inputs to match the current selection. AFTER battling cancer for more than five years, America's Got Talent star Jane Marczewski reportedly died at age 31. Marczewski soared on Americas Got Talent in June 2021 with a heart-warming, golden buzzer-winning audition featuring her original song Its Okay. The singer revealed during the audition that she had a 2% chance of survival from cancer that had spread to her lungs, spine and liver. 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, they said. We, her family, are devastated by her passing and unimaginable loss," a statement from her family read, as reported by People. We must continue to live and learn from her words and lyrics. Copyright IBTimes 2023. Following the tragic news, comedian and AGT judge Howie Mandel said that the singer "was such a bright inspirational light in all our lives. "You can't wait until life isn't hard anymore before you decide to be happy," Marczewski had said. "Nightbirde will always be a member of the AGT family. I have gone through cancer three times. TMZ was first to report the death, citing a source with direct knowledge as saying the cancer had spread. "The message that 'Its okay, its okay. Nightbirdewas diagnosed withmetastatic breast cancer, which had progressed as time went on. In July 2020 she went into remission, but tragically, the cancer soon returned. ", Nightbirde:'AGT' contestant withdraws from competition after cancer 'takes turn for the worse'. Yes! 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'. Jane Ann Pelton, 76, of Findlay, passed away peacefully Monday, Feb. 27, 2023, at home after an year-and-a-half battle with cancer. She was 31. 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. Our Condolences goes to her Closest Family & Friends in such of This difficult time. As much as I feel horribly about her passing I feel lucky to to have met, heard and known her. ", "It was in that moment when I wrote the song, because I was having a hard time. 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. Nightbirde, the singer whose breakout performance on "America's Got Talent" made her a fan favorite, died Monday at age 31 after battling cancer. 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"Those who knew her enjoyed her Sharing my heart with the world on AGT has been an honor and a dream come true. Email us atexclusive@the-sun.comor call212 416 4552. "We cant always change our circumstances, but in the words of Jane, we are worth more than the bad things that happen to us.". Nightbirde will always be a member of the AGT family. 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. Our Condolences goes to her Closest Family & Friends in such of This difficult time. "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. The Americas Got Talent family sadly lost one of their own earlier this week, as Nightbirde, the phenomenal talent who wowed audiences in Season 16 passed away at the age of 31. We won't post to any of your accounts without asking first, Americas Got Talent released a statement to Us regarding Nightbirdes death, stating, Your voice, your story, and your message touched millions. I didnt want her story to just end there.". Jane Marczewski, the Ohio singer known as Nightbirde from AGT, has passed away following a battle with cancer. Her lasting legacy will be the gift of hope she gave to so many through her music and the strength she found in Jesus. The AGT judge shared a tribute to Nightbirde on Twitter: "@_nightbirde was such a bright inspirational light in all our lives. Also on Monday, Crews, 53, told PEOPLE about "one of the most inspirational things I've ever witnessed in my life" during Nightbirde's season 16 audition. 2023 USA TODAY, a division of Gannett Satellite Information Network, LLC. ", The show also released a statement regarding Nighbirdes death, saying, "Your voice, your story, and your message touched millions. Life sets up false choices sometimes. Judge Simon Cowellwas moved by Nightbirde's performance and perseverance, and itearned the singer his coveted Golden Buzzer. As much as I feel horribly about her passing I feel lucky to to have met, heard and known her.". The entertainer became an overnight sensation after her incredible audition with a video of her performance racking upover 30million views on YouTube. She has two EPs under her belt, one released in 2012 titled Lines, and another in 2013 titled Ocean & Sky. ALL RIGHTS RESERVED, Download the TMZ App on the Apple App Store, Download the TMZ App on the Google Play Store. She was born October 21, 1929 on the family farm, in Damascus, Maryland. Ocean & Sky, a six-song EP she financed on Kickstarter, was released in 2013. 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. "Life doesnt always give breaks to those that deserve it but we knew that already. "The obstacles which she was facing in the middle of all of this and she just showed nothing but happiness, nothing but gratefulness for every moment it just really reminded me just what life is all about and the fact that she passed, it made me just go, 'My God. ", "Later that year, I suffered a catatonic mental breakdown where I did not speak, or eat or move from bed for three months. Thank you for all your support, it means the world to me. Americas Got Talent (AGT) judges and audience were left horrified on Tuesday's episode, as a couples dangerous trapeze act went awfully wrong. WebObituary. "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. FOLLOW MORE IBT NEWS ON THE BELOW CHANNELS, IBT Fast Start - Let the best of International News come to you. He added, "[Jane] accomplished her dreams. Jane Ann Pelton, 76, of Findlay, passed away peacefully Monday, Feb. 27, 2023, at home after an year-and-a-half battle with cancer. In a statement to The Sun, her grieving sister Katelyn Marczewski voiced her heartbreak over the performer's death, but said she leaves behind a "legacy of hope and strength that came from her faith in Jesus.". We love you. She was 31. "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. Send me email updates and offers from TMZ and its Affiliates. The video garnered millions of views on YouTube and her performance warranted a standing ovation from all four judges. She received a Golden Buzzer from Simon Cowell for her performance of her song It's OK, which became an overnight success as a video of her performanceracked up over 30million views on YouTube. Were all a little lost and its alright.". The singer stayed positive, though, and updated her fans on social media until her passing in February 2022. After sending in an audition tape toAGTthe 31-year-old was invited on the show and wowedSimon Cowellandhis fellow judgeswith her moving performance of an original song called It's Okay. Stay with me, Ill be better soon. 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. However, unfortunately, the disease spread to her lungs, spine and liver. She was also known for her unique dance moves on the music charts. The singer passed away on Feb. 20 following a battle with cancer. Billboard is a part of Penske Media Corporation. For further details of our complaints policy and to make a complaint please click this link: thesun.co.uk/editorial-complaints/, America's Got Talent star Jane Marczewski has passed away, Last August, Nightbirde revealed her cancer had 'taken a turn for the worse' as she stepped down from America's Got Talent finals, Nightbirde became a social media sensation for her performance of her song It's OK on AGT, Credit: Instagram/Nightbirde/Jane Marczewski, Last December, Nightbirde updated fans on her health battle, saying it was a 'miracle' to 'even be alive', A video of Nightbirde's performanceracked up over 30million views on YouTube, AGT star shared a heartbreaking post before her death, Independent Press Standards Organisation (IPSO). To inquire about a licence to reproduce material, visit our Syndication site. Information on survivors was not immediately available. Updated: 12:52 PM EST February 21, 2022. It was the first of three reoccurring cancer diagnoses. Howie Mandel (@howiemandel) February 21, 2022, A post shared by Nightbirde (@_nightbirde), Cancellations/Renewals Scorecard: TV Shows Ended Or Continuing In 2021-22 Season, What's New On HBO Max For January 2022: Day-By-Day Listings For TV Shows & Movies, New On Prime Video For January 2022: Daily Listings For Streaming TV, Movies & More. Just weeks later, in early August, she announced that she was dropping out of the competition, explaining that her fight with cancer is demanding all of my energy and attention., Hollywood & Media Deaths In 2022: Photo Gallery, Jamal Edwards Dies: British Music Entrepreneur & YouTube Star Was 31, Margaret Styne Dies: Wife Of 'Funny Girl' Composer Jule Styne & Guardian Of His Legacy Was A Longtime Presence On Broadway. 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