Courtesy of NBC Jane Marczewski, who captured viewers hearts in Season 16 of Americas Got Talent, died on Sunday following a battle with cancer, TMZ reports. ", But this is a photo of myself from last week where I felt pretty, and alive, and awake, and human, and real., The performer concluded: I needed that. 2022 CBS Interactive Inc. All Rights Reserved. Heart breaking news to hear about @_nightbirde, she was an extraordinary person, so brave, so talented, Cowell wrote on Twitter. When you login first time using a Social Login button, we collect your account public profile information shared by Social Login provider, based on your privacy settings. PMC Entertainment. A source with direct knowledge Nightbirde said that shepicked the phrase"It's OK" since it's one she's found telling herself out loud a lot over the year. "We, her family, are devastated by her passing and unimaginable loss," they said in a statement. We, her family, are devastated by her passing and unimaginable loss, the Marczewski family said in a statement, provided by NBC. Honestly, things have been pretty brutal. 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. 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. [14], Remaining in Lynchburg after graduating, Marczewski was a popular performer locally. [24] Her cancer recurred in 2019,[21] and she was given three to six months to live,[7] but she was again declared cancer-free in 2020. We're on the way.". "Your voice, your story, and your message touched millions. I needed that. I needed that. appreciated. 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. In 2021, Nightbirde toldMetro.co.ukabout the meaning and inspiration behind her AGT audition song It's OK. She said: "My life has, honestly, just impossibly tragic over the last few years. The AGT judges and host released #nightbirde. Rest in peace @nightbirde," judge Heidi Klum shared on her Instagram Story. Jane "Nightbirde" Marczewski, a singer who was a contestant on "America's Got Talent," died on Saturday at age 31 after battling cancer for four years, her family said. This website uses cookies so that we can provide you with the best user experience possible. 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, the singing phenom revealed in aheartbreaking announcement posted to her Instagram page. Macrzewski performed under the stage name Nightbirde, Simon Cowell opens up on special tribute for late AGT contes Andy Swift / "I cannot say thank you enough for the opportunity to have a moment to share my story, and, I think, we're witnessing such a beautiful picture of the human spirit and the triumph of the human spirit. "" denotes a recording that did not chart or was not released in that territory. Previously having released two EPs and several singles, Nightbirde auditioned on America's Got Talent in 2021, where she received a Golden Buzzer for her original song "It's OK". 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. Jane Nightbirde Marczewski passed away yesterday at the age of 31, according to TMZ. The singer passed away on Sunday, after the disease spread to her lungs, spine, and liver, TMZ reported. Macrzewski performed under the stage name Nightbirde, and she competed on the 16th season of America's Got Talent. We Love you, Nightbirde," host Terry Crews shared on Instagram Monday. She continued: "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. She was 31. Our Condolences goes to her Closest Family & Friends in such of This difficult time. IE 11 is not supported. ", "It was in that moment when I wrote the song, because I was having a hard time. A title card with a photo of her read: "In Memory of Jane 'Nightbirde' Marczewski". 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. The entertainer became an overnight sensation after her incredible audition with a video of her performance racking upover 30million views on YouTube. 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[22], Nightbirde's style, a mix of folk and pop,[14] evolved into electropop. "Life doesnt always give breaks to those that deserve it but we knew that already. AGT judge Howie Mandel mourned Nightbirdes passing in a Monday tweet. Updated ", Today fans divided over Jenna's dress as some viewers say it's 'inappropriate', Sister Wives Janelle Brown doesnt approve of Christines new romance, Inside 1000-lb Sisters stars Amy and Michael's secret fights over kids, Today's Savannah Guthrie abruptly leaves show after scary new medical diagnosis, 2020 THE SUN, US, INC. ALL RIGHTS RESERVED | TERMS OF USE | PRIVACY | YOUR AD CHOICES | SITEMAP. Americas Got Talent sensation Jane Nightbirde Marczewskihas died at age 31 following a courageous public battle with cancer. Despite winning Simon Cowells Golden Buzzer, the singer left the competition to focus on her health. ", The songwriter added, "Here we are, you and I, signing off on the risk of REBELLIOUSLY HOPING for better days. [64] Nightbirde's song "It's OK" also played in the background, during the beginning and ending of their performance. We must continue to live and learn from her words and lyrics. [17] She returned to Ohio in 2014, and following her marriage, moved in 2015 to Nashville, Tennessee (where she later resumed performing under her married name, Jane Claudio, with her husband acting as her producer). Her world was crashing down in more ways than one. "So then it became a song that I would listen back to so that I could hear that stronger part of myself, that more resolute and unmovable part of myself, singing it back to me. Shes inspired millions. Marczewski gained fame on 'America's Got Talent' Copyright document.write(new Date().getFullYear()) The Recap Group. [49] Frequently posting, the singer's final message and selfie to social media was on January 11, 2022. American Idol Frontrunner Kenedi Anderson Leaves Competition for Personal Reasons, Sneak Peek: McTerrier Loses Mask During The Masked Singer Season Premiere, Sway Pole Acrobat Cyndel Flores Earns Final Golden Buzzer on AGT Extreme. Rest In Peace, Jane. [12], Marczewski was a 2009 graduate of Licking County Christian Academy,[13] and graduated from Liberty University[14][15] (in Lynchburg, Virginia) with a marketing communications degree. The season 16 contestant is staying positive through it all. ", Nightbirde was recently in good spirits, continued. Following her death, her family shared one final video of the talented singer along with a statement: After a four-year battle with cancer, Jane Kristen Marczewski, also known as Nightbirde, passed away on February 19th, 2022. Jane Marczewski in a photo shared January 2022. [23] Her first single as Nightbirde was "Girl in a Bubble", released in March 2019, along with a music video. Nightbirde's real name is Jane Marczewski and hails from Zanesville, Ohio. Nightbirde's audition in Episode 1602 consisted of singing her original song "It's Okay". Americas Got Talent sensation Jane Nightbirde Marczewski died at age 31 following a courageous public battle with cancer. Read Next Courteney Cox on past face work: 'S--t, I'm actually looki "But 2% isn't 0%," she wrote in another social media post. I'm raging and crying and hoping with everyone who needs to rage and cry and hope tonight. She said about choosing her stage name: "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.". Bipartisan Senate group unveils rail safety bill in response to Ohio derailment, What to know about Shigella bacteria as drug-resistant strain spreads, Singer-songwriter Jane "Nightbirde" Marczewsk performs during season 16 of "America's Got Talent. Rest in peace," judge Heidi Klum wrote on her Instagram stories. At the time of her Americas Got Talent audition earlier this year, she shared that she had cancer in her spine, lungs, and liver. "@_nightbirde was such a bright inspirational light in all our lives. "Life doesnt always give breaks to those that deserve itbut we knew that already.". While speaking to former hostChris Cuomo, Nightbirde revealed her latest diagnosis and opened up about the "pain of giving up. Host Terry Crews also offered his condolences to Nightbirdes family and friends via social media. She later had to withdraw midway through the season, revealing at the time her health had "taken a turn for the worse" since her audition. Marczewski had skyrocketed to fame after winning the Golden Buzzer on "America's Got Talent" in June 2021. She was 31. Were all a little lost and its alright.. ", Nightbirdecontinued, saying: "I then move across the country to look for some miracle treatment that I dont actually have money to pay for. This page was last edited on 20 February 2023, at 14:58. [66], Note: "Fly" and "Brave" were officially released as singles posthumously in 2022.[81][82][83]. After the audition aired, fans were overcome with her positivity and strength. @_nightbirde was such a bright inspirational light in all our lives, he wrote. As much as I feel horribly about her passing I feel lucky to to have met, heard and known her.. Nightbirde will always be a member of the AGT family. [15][38][39] Cowell encouraged her not to return to the competition, saying "You don't need the stress right now. I lost 80 pounds again and that point, I really believed that I was going to die. 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 use this field to verify if the person is not a bot and wont leave spam comments on the website. [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. [45], Marczewski was married to musician Jeremy Claudio. Jane Marczewski had been battling cancerfor four years before her death. Sharing my heart with the world on AGT has been an honor and a dream come true. 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. [56][57] She was surrounded by family in her San Clemente residence. She smiled, holding on to an IV pole, and captioned the snap: "Ever seen 85 pounds look so good???? If you like TVLine, you'll LOVE our email news alerts! But this is a photo of myself from last week where I felt pretty, and alive, and awake, and human, and real. I know that she was very down. She was 31. ", And judge Heidi Klum shared on her Instagram story: "We love you. Credited as Jane Marczewski-Claudio, her married name, she contributed music to Leonard Knight: A Man & His Mountain, a 2015 documentary film. We get to carry her legacy and her memory forward, and we get to potentially impact another Jane," he said. 'America's Got Talent' Winners: Where Are They Now? [50], Marczewski was diagnosed with breast cancer in 2017,[7][17][18] and declared cancer-free in July 2018. [8][35][36] The song became No. When the season 16 finale aired in September 2021, the artist opened up about her complicated emotions and missing AGT in a lengthy Instagram post. [27] It also charted in the United Kingdom, Canada and Australia. Nightbirde adopted her professional stage name based on a recurring dream, in which birds sang outside her window at night in anticipation of the morning. Rest In Peace, Jane.. Lawsuits claim it wrecked their teeth. When we found that she had passed this weekend, that immediately came to my mind. [24][23] In April 2019, she opened for Tori Kelly at Liberty University. [10][16] In 2013, she released Ocean & Sky, a six-song EP that she funded on Kickstarter. The sister of late America's Got Talent star Jane Marczewski has issued aheartbreaking tribute to the singerafter she passed away over the weekend following a lengthy battle with cancer. [18] Credited as Jane Marczewski-Claudio, she contributed music for the 2015 documentary film, Leonard Knight: A Man & His Mountain.[19]. "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. Your effort and contribution in providing this feedback is much Show host Terry Crews shared a tribute to the star on Instagram: "We are saddened to learn about @_nightbirde's Passing. They write, 'Its like Jane knew the words she needed to leave us with before she left.' I am so sad to announce that I wont be able to continue forward on this season of AGT. A Warner Bros. All Rights Reserved. She previously revealed she had a "two percent chance of survival," disclosing that cancer had spread to her lungs, spine, and liver. Marczewski's last Instagram post was on January 11. [28][29][30] In March 2022, Nightbirde's song "It's OK" appeared during an episode of Good Trouble. This dental device was sold to fix patients' jaws. 2023 Cable News Network. Watch video of that powerful performance below: Visibly moved by the performance, Cowell told Marczewski, Your voice is stunning. Rest In Peace, Jane, the show said in a statement to CNN. Two percent is something, and I wish people knew how amazing it is. Ocean & Sky, a six-song EP she financed on Kickstarter, was released in 2013. I needed that. 'AGT' 's Terry Crews on Why He Was 'Floored' by His Golden Buzzer-Winning Act: 'Nothing Better', Heidi Klum Says Her 'Heart Was Melted' by Her 'AGT' Golden Buzzer Act Who Lost Her Mom to Cancer, 'AGT' : Simon Cowell on Nightbirde's Success After Her Exit, His 'Amazing' Frontrunner to Win Season 16, 'AGT' : Simon Cowell Calls His Golden Buzzer Act a 'Total Star' as Teen Says She's Still 'Speechless', 'AGT: Extreme' Crowns Season 1 Champion: 'He Deserves This!' She impressed judge Simon Cowell with her positivity and resolve. But this is a photo of myself from last week where I felt pretty, and alive, and awake, and human, and real. She was 31. we must continue to live and learn from her words and lyrics. Your voice, your story, and your message touched millions, "America's Got Talent" said in a statement. While a student at Liberty, Nightbirde posted her first tracks and had her first public performance in 2011. [3] Marczewski died on February 19, 2022, after keeping the battle to cancer a secret. AGT host Terry Crews shared a tribute to the star on Instagram: A post shared by Terry Crews (@terrycrews). Our Condolences goes to her Closest Family & Friends in such of This difficult time. [62], America's Got Talent: Extreme honored Nightbirde at the end of the "Auditions 2" episode on February 28, 2022. I called her and I said that, 'Honestly if I was in your position, I wouldn't do it.' "We cant always change our circumstances, but in the words of Jane, we are worth more than the bad things that happen to us.". You're not, you're going to be missed but you're not letting anyone down.". You're not letting anyone down because that's what she kept saying to me. Jane Marczewski, a singer known by her stage name Nightbirde, who earned a legion of followers after being a contestant on NBCs Americas Got Talent, has died after a battle with cancer, her family confirmed. Originally from the Chicago area, she grew up dreaming of working for TODAY. 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. Everyones lost. Talented singer Jane Marczewski, known professionally as Nightbirde, died on Feb. 19 after a four-year battle with cancer. Were all a little lost and its alright.. 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. Nightbirde will always be a member of the AGT family. The show's hosts and judges also shared their condolences on social media. 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. 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. AMERICA'S Got Talent singer Nightbirde opened up about her brutal cancer battle just weeks before she passed away at the age of 31. Pain can be a gift because it really, really drives you to deep places to dig for gold.". We love you so much, JANE! "Two percent is something and I wish people knew how amazing it is. 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. The performance earned her a standing ovation from the crowd and a Golden Buzzer from curmudgeonly judge Simon Cowell. Wilson Wong is a culture and trends reporter for NBC News Digital. The Zanesville, Ohio native, whose real name is Jane Marczewski, died on Sunday, according to TMZ. 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"[40][41] She appeared via remote broadcast during the live quarterfinals of AGT to express gratitude, and gave an update about her health on August 11, 2021. 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., Tributes poured in for the talented singer. Nightbirde after winning the Golden Buzzer on "America's Got Talent. 2 trending on YouTube. This story has been shared 101,193 times. WebNightbirde's Powerful Message On Grief Shared After Her Death - YouTube. She received a Golden Buzzer fromSimon Cowellfor her performance of her song It's OK, which became an overnight success as a video of her performanceracked up over 30million views onYouTube. 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. 1 year ago Americas Got Talent star Jane Marczewski has sadly died from cancer aged 31. https://people.com/tv/agt-singer-nightbirde-dead-at-31-after-cancer-battle We Love you, Nightbirde.. ", 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. Nightbirde will always be a member of the AGT family. 1), on the retrospective episode. Americas Got Talent sensation Jane Nightbirde Marczewski has died at age 31 following a courageous public battle with cancer. WebAt the age of 31, Marczewski died from the disease on February 19, 2022. 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. Marczewski withdrew from the show in August, citing her declining health. NBC's Americas Got Talent frontrunner 30-year-old Jane Marczewski, known on the show as Nightbirde, wowed both viewers and judges with her performance of her original song, Its Okay, in her audition and seemed to have a real shot at taking home the $1 million prize. If you disable this cookie, we will not be able to save your preferences. The AGT judge shared a tribute to Nightbirde on Twitter: "@_nightbirde was such a bright inspirational light in all our lives. We also get your email address to automatically create an account for you in our website. Judge Heidi Klum shared a photo of the singer on her Instagram story, saying: rest in peace., In August, Marczewski withdrew from the 16th season of the competition show after sharing on Instagram that her health had "taken a turn for the worse" since auditioning an announcement that came after a viral performance of her original song, "It's OK.", "I am so sad to announce that I wont be able to continue forward on this season of AGT," she wrote at the time. ", Those who knew her, enjoyed her larger-than-life personality and sense of humor," the family added. So why put yourself through it. Marczewski, 31, died Feb. 19 after a four-year battle with cancer. "The message that 'Its okay, its okay. ", Trae Patton/NBC/NBCU Photo Bank via Getty Images, Tom Sizemore's family told there's "no further hope" after aneurysm, How the creator of Dilbert went from star to "train wreck", Justin Bieber concerts canceled on ticket sales sites, Kiss announce farewell tour set to conclude in NYC, Keke Palmer welcomes son with partner Darius Jackson. This morning he Tweeted: @_nightbirde was such a bright inspirational light in all our lives.we must continue to live and learn from her words and lyrics. Says Host Terry Crews, 'America's Got Talent' 's Heidi Klum Says 'I Might Poop Myself' from Nerves About Season 17, 'America's Got Talent' Contestant Exits Show Due to Ongoing Cancer Battle: 'I've Still Got Dreams'. ", "At my worst, I was given three to six months to live and a 2% chance of survival. At the time of her Americas Got Talent audition earlier this year, she shared that she had cancer in her spine, lungs, and liver. 6 Amazon travel essentials for your next getaway, starting at $12. She was surrounded by family in her San Clemente residence. But this is a photo of myself from last week where I felt pretty, and alive, and awake, and human, and real, she wrote. Despite winning Simon Cowells Golden Buzzer, the singer left the competition to focus on her health. WebSinger Jane Marczewski, known by her stage name as Nightbirde, died on Feb. 19 after her 4-year battle with cancer. Who was Jane Marczewski 'Nightbirde' married to? LOS ANGELES Jane Marczewski, the Zanesville woman known by the stage name Nightbirde from America's Got Talent, has died after her battle with cancer -- TMZ first reported Monday citing a source with direct knowledge.. Please enter valid email address to continue. "We love you. The singer caught the attention of many after delivering a stunning audition last year on Americas Got Talent, performing an original song called Its OK. 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