", The show also released a statement regarding Nighbirdes death, saying, "Your voice, your story, and your message touched millions. Jane Marczewski Death Reason A post-show hobby turned into a career, and Nightbird became the face of the latest crop of singers. Nightbirde withdrew from 'AGT' mid-season -- when she announced she'd be focusing on her health full-time. Jane Marczewski aka Nightbirde and her brother, Mitch, planned on Jane recovering and creating a foundation together to help other cancer patients fund treatments, he explained to WSLS-TV. As much as I feel horribly about her passing I feel lucky to to have met, heard and known her.". "I cannot say thank you enough for the opportunity to have a moment to share my story andwe are witnessing such a beautiful picture of the human spirit," she said at the time, adding that theoverwhelming amount of support shereceived has "restored my faith in humanity. I did get a scan result back, and a bunch of stuff that was there disappeared. "What was so special about Jane, in my opinion, was she was always optimistic. This isnt how the story was supposed to go, she wrote via Instagram in September 2021. She was 31. Jane Marczewskibecame a social media sensation after appearing on the 16th season of America's Got Talent last year. 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. We love you. Rest In Peace, Jane., The songwriters family also confirmed the musicians passing after a four year battle with cancer, saying in a statement: 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. I lost 80 pounds again and that point, I really believed that I was going to die. #nightbirde. As much as I feel horribly about her passing I feel lucky to to have met, heard and known her., A post shared by Terry Crews (@terrycrews). This service is provided on News Group Newspapers' Limited's Standard Terms and Conditions in accordance with our Privacy & Cookie Policy. Us Weekly has affiliate partnerships so we may receive compensation for some links to products and services. Her lasting legacy will be the gift of hope she gave to so many through her music and the strength she found in Jesus. "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 kind of both sometimes, she said, before thanking fans for watching. Our Condolences goes to her Closest Family & Friends in such of This difficult time. Independent Press Standards Organisation (IPSO), Brave (Live at Maple House Sessions) (2021). Copyright 2023 IBTimes LLC. The Official Nightbirde Store. Shes inspired millions. Alta Jane Lucas, 77, of Chanute passed away on Tuesday, February 28, 2023, at Heritage Healthcare in Chanute. "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 was recently in good spirits, continued. "But 2% isn't 0%," she wrote in another social media post. At the time, the performer opened up about being diagnosed with cancer in her lungs, spine and liver, adding, I have a two percent chance of survival, but two percent is not zero percent. Its all real: the joy and the pain. We are saddened to learn about [Nightbirdes] Passing, AGT host Terry Crews wrote on Instagram. That's part of the statement from Jane Marczewski's family -- the woman better known as Nightbirde -- who passed away Saturday after her battle with cancer. "Heart breaking news to hear about @_nightbirde, she was an extraordinary person, so brave, so talented. Alta grew up in Pittsburg and Kansas City, Kan. and graduated from Washington High School in Kansas City in 1963. For context: Nightbirde was anAGTSeason 16fan favorite from the moment she stepped on stage for her performance of "It's OK."During the Audition, Nightbirde revealed to the Judges and crowd that she was battling cancer, with the song lyrics serving as a gentle reminder to stay joyful against all odds. 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. "She made a huge impact on AGT and the world, her courage was incredible and her determination to fight this terrible illness was remarkable. "You know, she typifies, I think, what the Golden Buzzer, like you said, is all about. "Nightbirde will always be a member of the AGT family. ", "It was in that moment when I wrote the song, because I was having a hard time. Stay with me, Ill be better soon. Life doesnt always give breaks to those that deserve itbut we knew that already. Jane Marczewski Death Reason A post-show hobby turned into a career, and Nightbird became the face of the latest crop of singers. Billboard is a part of Penske Media Corporation. A post shared by Nightbirde (@_nightbirde), In the clip, Nightbirde gave a touching talk about how important it is to allow yourself to feel sadness, and it doesnt discount attempts to get better. 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. In November, Marczewski spoke with CNNs Chris Cuomo and said her treatment had been going well but that her health was improving only slowly. Jane Nightbirde Marczewski, a contestant on season 16 of Americas Got Talent, has died following a battle with cancer. To me to you to us. Celebrity Deaths in 2022: Stars We've Lost The She was 31. Nightbirdewas diagnosed withmetastatic breast cancer, which had progressed as time went on. Pretty beat up, but Ive still got dreams. Web#Nightbirde for Twitter hashtag - Twstalker . She was something special," judge Sofia Vergara shared on her Instagram Story. Jane Marczewski passed away on Feb. 19 after a four-year battle with cancer. Janes family first confirmed the singers death to TMZ on Monday (February 21st) before giving an official statement to PEOPLE. Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window), Click to share on Twitter (Opens in new window). 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. She was 31. She received Simon Cowell's Golden Buzzer that season, vaulting her straight to the live shows. COLUMBUS, Ohio Nightbirde, the Zanesville woman who captured the nation's attention on "America's Got Talent" while battling cancer, has passed away. I bet you never saw someone win so hard and lose so hard at the same time. Alta grew up in Pittsburg and Kansas City, Kan. and graduated from Washington High School in Kansas City in 1963. I have had cancer three times now, and I have barely passed 30, the singers blog post For further details of our complaints policy and to make a complaint please click this link: thesun.co.uk/editorial-complaints/. "We're excited to share Jane's debut album with the world," her brother, Mitch Marczewski, says. If Jane cannot afford treatment of any kind then Jane has been told she has 3-6 months to live. I needed that. On Tuesday, Cowell shared a statement about the singer's passing, tweeting: "Heart breaking news to hear about @_nightbirde, she was an extraordinary person, so brave, so talented. Nightbirde went on to tell people that they dont need to try to force themselves to be happy if theyre not feeling it. It is with the deepest heartache that We Love you, Nightbirde .". 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!' She dropped out of "America's Got Talent" in August 2021 to focus on chemotherapy. This campaign is solely dedicated to helping aid Jane with medical bills and related life expenses. ", Marczewskipreviously shared she hasa"2% chance of survival" with"some cancer in my lungs, spine and liver." ", TheAGTstar shared a black and white photo of herself in her post, captioning it: "We are breaking records every second we survive. Howie! Judge Simon Cowellwas moved by Nightbirde's performance and perseverance, and itearned the singer his coveted Golden Buzzer. We Love you, Nightbirde.. Her lasting legacy will be the gift of hope she gave to so many through her music and the strength she found in Jesus. ", Former CNN anchor Chris Cuomo said in a tweet that Nightbirde "was a gift. Be sad and be grateful and look at the twinkly lights and feel your feelings. While she said that life can be great, it can also be incredibly difficult. Marczewski first had been diagnosed with breast cancer in 2017. For access to all our exclusive celebrity videos and interviews Subscribe on YouTube! 4 min read America's Got Talent 's spinoff show paid tribute to Jane "Nightbirde" Marczewski. The AGT judge shared a tribute to Nightbirde on Twitter: "@_nightbirde was such a bright inspirational light in all our lives. She was also known for her unique dance moves on the music charts. We, her family, are devastated by her passing and unimaginable loss," the Marczewski family said in a statement obtained by PEOPLE. "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. Rest in peace, Jane. But this is a photo of myself from last week where I felt pretty, and alive, and awake, and human, and real. The NIGHTBIRDE foundation https://t.co/WDLrMbvGv9 - We are raising funds in honor of Jane in order to create a memorial foundation to donate to cancer research & give grants/support to those who may be unable to afford the treatment they need. 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