The singer real name Jane Marczewski appeared on the reality TV series in 2021, but was forced You're not, you're going to be missed but you're not letting anyone down.". [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. The AGT judges and host released [42][43], In an interview with Entertainment Tonight, Cowell said Nightbirde could have gone all the way and been crowned champion, if it had been possible. 'America's Got Talent' Winners: Where Are They Now? Your email address will not be published. ", And judge Heidi Klum shared on her Instagram story: "We love you. 2023 NYP Holdings, Inc. All Rights Reserved, Three-time NFL Pro Bowler, Super Bowl champion dead, Hayden Panettieres brothers cause of death revealed, NYPD Blue child star dead: Austin Majors was 27, competition in August amid her battle with the disease, heartbreaking announcement posted to her Instagram page, A video of the performance boasts nearly 40 million views on YouTube. Marczewski, an Ohio native, stunned the "AGT" judges last year with an original song called "It's OK" for her audition, during which she revealed she was fighting cancer and that it had spread to her lungs, spine and liver. Rest In Peace, Jane," AGT shared on Instagram and Twitter Monday. Nightbirde, singer Jane Marczewski, dies at 31. "I love all of you and back," she said in a call with the judges. Monday, in a statement to TODAY on behalf of Americas Got Talent," the show shared its condolences for Marczewski: Your voice, your story, and your message touched millions. [6] She was originally from Zanesville, Ohio,[7][8] and had three siblings. She was 31. 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. "Life doesnt always give breaks to those that deserve it but we knew that already. At the time of her Americas Got Talent audition earlier this year, she shared that she had cancer in her spine, lungs, and liver. [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 inspired fans across the globe when she appeared on AGT with her original song Its Okay. Although her health took a turn for the worse at the beginning of the season, Nightbirde continued to update fans as her original songs climbed the charts. Life doesnt always give breaks to those that deserve itbut we knew that already., In her final Instagram post last month, Marczewski wrote, Honestly, things have been pretty brutal. ", "At my worst, I was given three to six months to live and a 2% chance of survival. Rest in peace @nightbirde," judge Heidi Klum shared on her Instagram Story. 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.. The singerdropped out of the AGT finals, and shared the news onInstagramlast August after revealing herhealth had deteriorated. "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. This 82-year-old couldn't afford to retire. They write, 'Its like Jane knew the words she needed to leave us with before she left.' A post shared by Nightbirde (@_nightbirde), First published on February 22, 2022 / 5:09 AM. ", "As much as I feel horribly about her passing I feel lucky to to have met, heard and known her.". "Her lasting legacy will be the gift of hope she gave to so many through her music and thestrength she found in Jesus," the statement concluded. Who was Jane Marczewski 'Nightbirde' married to? As much as I feel horribly about her passing I feel lucky to to have met, heard and known her.. Get browser notifications for breaking news, live events, and exclusive reporting. 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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. "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. 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. After her performance of Its OK left Cowell near tears, he pushed his Golden Buzzer, sending her straight through to the live shows. Lawsuits claim it wrecked their teeth. 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. "Jane truly understood the beauty of life and the importance of living each day as it is given to us. ", "Later that year, I suffered a catatonic mental breakdown where I did not speak, or eat or move from bed for three months. Rest In Peace, Jane.. Americas Got Talent issued a statement mourning her loss. AGT judge Howie Mandel mourned Nightbirdes passing in a Monday tweet. appreciated. Nightbirde's brother on new foundation, continued. 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. [4][5], Marczewski was born on December 29, 1990. We must continue to live and learn from her words and lyrics. https://people.com/tv/agt-singer-nightbirde-dead-at-31-after-cancer-battle Nightbirde's music is a mix of folk and pop as well as electropop. 2 trending on YouTube. Nightbirde stole Americas hearts during her audition thanks to her positive attitude and angelic vocals. So why put yourself through it. [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). 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. During her performance, she disclosed to the judges that she was battling cancer that had spread to her lungs, spine and liver. ", Nightbirde was recently in good spirits, continued. I have gone through cancer three times. But this is a photo of myself from last week where I felt pretty, and alive, and awake, and human, and real, she wrote. 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. [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. They added that Marczewski had found strength in her faith. She made a huge impact on AGT and the world. 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. Rest In Peace, Jane. She was surrounded by family in her San Clemente residence. Many remember her from Americas Got Talent, where she performed her hit song Its OK and inspired millions of people around the globe with her messages of faith and never giving up. [45], Marczewski was married to musician Jeremy Claudio. AFTER battling cancer for more than five years, America's Got Talent star Jane Marczewski reportedly died at age 31. We use this field to verify if the person is not a bot and wont leave spam comments on the website. CNN's Chris Cuomo catches up with America's Got Talent singer "Nightbirde" on her fight against cancer. [56][57] She was surrounded by family in her San Clemente residence. [14], Remaining in Lynchburg after graduating, Marczewski was a popular performer locally. [34][35], Nightbirde subsequently received a Golden Buzzer from Simon Cowell for her performance of her original song "It's OK". "Those who knew her enjoyed her larger-than-life personality and sense of humor. Nightbirde had the opportunity to release music on her own. DWTS Tour Reveals A Week in The Life of a Pro with Hilarious, Energetic Performance, Adam Lambert Defends Harry Styles Against Queerbaiting Accusations. Absolutely stunning., Unfortunately, that was the end of her time on AGT. Everyones lost. "Life doesn't always give breaks to those that deserve it but we knew that already. At the time of her Americas Got Talent audition earlier this year, she shared that she had cancer in her spine, lungs, and liver. She ultimately had to drop out, but during a virtual interview aired on the show, Marczewski said it was beautiful to see the world welcome that song into their own dark night., Im overwhelmed by it, she said, of the reaction to Its OK.. We Love you, Nightbirde., Performing under her stage name Nightbirde, Marczewski became an overnight sensation in 2021, earning the Golden Buzzer from judge Simon Cowell with a beautiful performance of Its OK, an original song about her struggles. Jane would want this for others.. Jane Nightbirde Marczewski passed away yesterday at the age of 31, according to TMZ. In 2012, she released Lines, a three-song EP on which she sang and played acoustic guitar. "We love you. Updated on: February 22, 2022 / 8:03 AM Nightbirde, an America's Got Talent standout and fan favorite on season 16, has died. 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. We've received your submission. "[55], At the age of 31, Marczewski died from the disease on February 19, 2022. 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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. Samantha Kubota is a senior digital editor and journalist forTODAY Digital based in Los Angeles. Nightbirde was the first person to receive the Golden Buzzer during Season 16. [26] Her song "New Year's Eve (The Remix)" peaked at No. "We Love you, Nightbirde," 'AGT' host Terry Crews wrote on Instagram. 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. Copyright 2023 CBS Interactive Inc. All rights reserved. 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. 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. In December 2021, she was seen posting on social media sayingit was a miracle to even be alivethen adding a month later thatthings had gotten pretty brutal., Nightbirde was recently in good spirits, conclusion. She was 31. We Love you, Nightbirde," host Terry Crews shared on Instagram Monday. Unaware that things get worse before they would get better.". Her lasting legacy will be the gift of hope she gave to so many through her music and the strength she found in Jesus. This story has been shared 126,770 times. She was 31. Despite her battles with the disease, the vocal sensation said she was grateful for her run on AGT., Sharing my heart with the world on AGT has been an honor and a dream come true, the star wrote on IG. Our Condolences goes to her Closest Family & Friends in such of This difficult time. He added, "[Jane] accomplished her dreams. ", "On top of all that, I then realize my marriage is ending. Our Condolences goes to her Closest Family & Friends in such of This difficult time. This story has been shared 101,193 times. I know that she was very down. At the time of her Americas Got Talent audition earlier this year, she [17] She released a three-song EP in 2012, called Lines, on which she sang and played acoustic guitar. "I bet you never saw someone win so hard and lose so hard at the same time. During her appearance, she offered two inspirational statements: It's important that everyone knows I'm so much more than the bad things that happen to me You can't wait until life isn't hard anymore before you decide to be happy. Jane lived like two, three years longer than what the doctors said she was going to live; and she did that through the help and prayers and financial support of so many people from around the world, said Mitch. 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