Americas Got Talent sensation Jane Nightbirde Marczewski has died at age 31 following a courageous public battle with cancer. A source with direct knowledge told TMZ that the singer passed away Sunday while undergoing treatment for the disease, which had metastasized to her lungs, spine and liver. Host Terry Crews and judges Heidi Klum and Simon Cowell also paid tribute on their own social media accounts. Ocean & Sky, a six-song EP she financed on Kickstarter, was released in 2013. Nightbirde's music is a mix of folk and pop as well as electropop. "I am so sad to announce that I wont be able to continue forward on this season of AGT," she wrote on Instagram at the time. But this is a photo of myself from last week where I felt pretty, and alive, and awake, and human, and real, she wrote. OHIO (WJW) Musician Jane Marczewski, who performed under the name Nightbirde and captured hearts around the world amidst her courageous battle with cancer, has died, according to TMZ. AGT judge Howie Mandel mourned Nightbirdes passing in a Monday tweet. Marczewski withdrew from the show in August, citing her declining health. Were all a little lost and its alright.. [8][35][36] The song became No. As much as I feel horribly about her passing I feel lucky to to have met, heard and known her., AGT host Terry Crews also posted this statement to Instagram shortly after the news broke: We are saddened to learn about [Marczewskis] Passing. Nightbirdewas diagnosed withmetastatic breast cancer, which had progressed as time went on. "[21] When asked the meaning behind her name by a fan on Instagram, Nightbirde responded: Woke up in the night three times, dreaming of birds singing in the dark. We use this field to verify if the person is not a bot and wont leave spam comments on the website. ", Nightbirde's sister issues heartbreaking tribute. The one that resonated this Tuesday was the final performer of the night, Jane Marczewski, aka Nightbirde a 30-year-old singer and three-time cancer survivor In a statement, her family confirmed Marczewski's death. [28][29][30] In March 2022, Nightbirde's song "It's OK" appeared during an episode of Good Trouble. You can find the GoFundMe for the foundation here. Nightbirdeinstantly won over an emotional Simon who honored her with the coveted Golden Buzzer, while the other judges and the crowd gave her a standing ovation and rapturous applause. ", "Its wild to think about it because that was only four months ago, when I was at my worst and really believing that I was going to die. 2 trending on YouTube. She was 31. The show's hosts and judges also shared their condolences on social media. I lost 80 pounds again and that point, I really believed that I was going to die. Her lasting legacy will be the gift of hope she gave to so many through her music and the strength she found in Jesus., In her last Instagram post, shared five weeks ago, Nightbirde updated fans on her health. Since my audition, my health has taken a turn for the worse and the fight with cancer is demanding all of my energy and attention, Marczewski announced in August 2021. Her story and original song "It's Okay" resonated with viewers, and earned her millions of views on YouTube, as well as streams on music platforms. One of the judges on the television series Americas Got Talent, the Indian-American singer and actress Sohini Sohani, has passed away following cancer treatment. 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Your voice, your story, and your message touched millions. Jane Marczewskibecame a social media sensation after appearing on the 16th season of America's Got Talent last year. RIP 'America's Got Talent': Brandon Rodgers to Neal E Boyd, full list of contestants who have died Ohio native Jane Marczewski, who performs under the name Nightbirde, will present an act that will not only impress those on the set but also off of it. It wasnt until after she left the Lynchburg, Virginia, school that Marczewski who goes by the stage name Nightbirde fell ill to cancer that took up residence in her lungs, lymph nodes, ribs, liver, and spine. I wanted to be one of them singing as if it was morning, though I couldn't see it yet. At the time of her Americas Got Talent audition earlier this year, she shared that she had cancer in her spine, lungs, and liver. We love you so much, JANE! Let us know what you feel about this article. I remind Him sometimes, (and not kindly) that I believed Him when He told me the story He wrote for me is good, and that He never stops thinking of me," she continued. I needed that. All Rights Reserved. [18] The couple separated and divorced in 2020, after which she moved from Nashville to Long Beach, California (where she was baptized). [17] She released a three-song EP in 2012, called Lines, on which she sang and played acoustic guitar. While speaking to former hostChris Cuomo, Nightbirde revealed her latest diagnosis and opened up about the "pain of giving up. [20] The AGT judges and host released condolences on social media. [65], An emotional tribute to Nightbirde was highlighted during an America's Got Talent special on July 5, 2022. She has two EPs under her belt, one released in 2012 titled Lines, and another in 2013 titled Ocean & Sky. When we found that she had passed this weekend, that immediately came to my mind. I'm raging and crying and hoping with everyone who needs to rage and cry and hope tonight. Jane Marczewski, who captured viewers hearts in Season 16 of Americas Got Talent, died on Sunday following a battle with cancer, TMZ reports. They write, 'Its like Jane knew the words she needed to leave us with before she left.' Join the Fun!! At the time of her audition, which was filmed last summer, the singer 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. Originally from the Chicago area, she grew up dreaming of working for TODAY. CNN's Chris Cuomo catches up with America's Got Talent singer "Nightbirde" on her fight against cancer. [64] Nightbirde's song "It's OK" also played in the background, during the beginning and ending of their performance. Were all a little lost and its alright.. IE 11 is not supported. As much as I feel horribly about her passing I feel lucky to to have met, heard and known her.. Did you encounter any technical issues? She received Simon Cowell's Golden Buzzer that season, vaulting her straight to the live shows. She was 31. As reported byThe Story Watch, Nightbirde said that she witnessed birds singing at her window in three consecutive dreams. We must continue to live and learn from her words and lyrics. "Many remember her from Americas Got Talent, where she performed her song Its OKand inspired millions of people around the globe with her messages of faith and never giving up. In November of last year,the performer went on CNNto give anupdate on her cancer battle. [15][38][39] Cowell encouraged her not to return to the competition, saying "You don't need the stress right now. However, Nightbirde refused to let the disease define her: Its important that everyone knows Im so much more than the bad things that happen to me, she said before her performance. I did get a scan result back, and a bunch of stuff that was there has now disappeared., A post shared by Nightbirde (@_nightbirde), AGT judge Howie Mandel was the first member of the Got Talent family to comment on Nightbirdes death. 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. Your email address will not be published. "Life doesn't always give breaks to those that deserve it but we knew that already. 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. Shes inspired millions. Sending so much love to all of Nightbirde's family and friends. She was 31. Days after the death of "America's Got Talent" star Nightbirde, the singer-songwriter's loved ones are [7][46], Nightbirde sold merchandise on social media, and raised money for medical expenses via GoFundMe. Howie Mandel also shared a tribute to Macrzewski in a Twitter post on Monday: "@_nightbirde was such a bright inspirational light in all our lives.we must continue to live and learn from her words and lyrics. She previously revealed she had a "two percent chance of survival," disclosing that cancer had spread to her lungs, spine, and liver. We thank everyone for their messages of love and support.. I didnt want her story to just end there.". Marczewski started songwriting at age six,[9] when she helped her mother finish the lyrics for a song. @_nightbirde was such a bright inspirational light in all our lives, he wrote. Last time I checked, I had some cancer in my lungs, my spine and my liver, she told the audience. WebSinger Jane Marczewski, known by her stage name as Nightbirde, died on Feb. 19 after her 4-year battle with cancer. For an optimal experience visit our site on another browser. [15], In August 2021, before she could compete in the show's quarterfinal round, Nightbirde withdrew from the competition because of worsening health. A Warner Bros. 2022 CBS Interactive Inc. All Rights Reserved. [66], Note: "Fly" and "Brave" were officially released as singles posthumously in 2022.[81][82][83]. Its the story that Im still in and apparently, everyone else was in a story like that too, in their own way. Once your account is created, you'll be logged-in to this account. This 82-year-old couldn't afford to retire. So why put yourself through it. At the time of her Americas Got Talent audition earlier this year, she This story has been shared 149,611 times. [44] In July 2022, Cowell ranked his favorite Top 15 Golden Buzzer moments in AGT history during season 17, and Nightbirde placed first. ", Nightbirde was recently in good spirits, continued. 14 on iTunes in December 2021. 2023 TVLine Media, LLC. The tragic news comes after the Ohio native, who was an early favorite to win AGT, withdrew from the competition in August amid her battle with the disease. WebNightbirde's Powerful Message On Grief Shared After Her Death - YouTube. We must continue to live and learn from her words and lyrics. It was a difficult conversation we had about does she enter the show or not. "Her life was nothing close to easy, but she lived it with true joy and strength," Katelyn said. "Our condolences go to her closest family & friends.". [63], Inspired by Nightbirde, the Lebanese dance group Mayyas (who received a Golden Buzzer from Sofa Vergara) honored her during the audition episode of AGT's season 17 on June 21, 2022. As much as I feel horribly about her passing I feel lucky to to have met, heard and known her.. DWTS Tour Reveals A Week in The Life of a Pro with Hilarious, Energetic Performance, Adam Lambert Defends Harry Styles Against Queerbaiting Accusations. For an optimal experience visit our site on another browser. The singer-songwriter shared this photo with some fireworks to celebrate this song that has become a guiding light for many people since the audition. 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. I am so sad to announce that I wont be able to continue forward on this season of AGT. Jane Marczewski, known to fans as Nightbirde, has passed away. [20] She explained: "It felt so poetic that these birds were singing as if it were morning, and yet there was no sign of it yet, and thats what I want to embody. Nightbirde will always be a member of the AGT family. Before her audition, she gaveCrewsinformation about her diagnosis that left audiences feeling hopeful: I have a 2% chance of survival, but 2% is not 0%. Watch Live: Closing arguments underway in double murder trial of Alex Murdaugh, Top McCarthy aide, House Oversight chair each met with Ashli Babbitt's mother, Colon cancer rates rising in younger age group, study finds, Garland testifies before Senate panel amid ongoing special counsel probes, Ex-Georgia star Jalen Carter was racing in deadly crash, arrest warrants allege, Fiery train crash in Greece kills dozens, many of them students. Rest In Peace, Jane. Nightbirde after winning the Golden Buzzer on "America's Got Talent. My point of view this summer has been astounding. "" denotes a recording that did not chart or was not released in that territory. "Life doesnt always give breaks to those that deserve itbut we knew that already.". It's just not worth it. Jane Marczewski in a photo shared January 2022. Rest In Peace, Jane.. / CBS News. Cookie information is stored in your browser and performs functions such as recognizing you when you return to our website and helping our team to understand which sections of the website you find most interesting and useful. appreciated. "Life doesnt always give breaks to those that deserve it but we knew that already. Get browser notifications for breaking news, live events, and exclusive reporting. 2023 Cable News Network. A month before, the singer performed a jaw-dropping AGT audition, in which she sang an original song, Its OK, which is based on her struggles with the disease. Marczewski was first diagnosed with breast cancer in 2017, which would be the first of her three recurring cancer diagnoses, culminating in 2019, when a doctor informed her that she had just three months to live. The singerdropped out of the AGT finals, and shared the news onInstagramlast August after revealing herhealth had deteriorated. 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