"We're excited to share Jane's debut album with the world," her brother, Mitch Marczewski, says. Nightbirde, whose real name was Jane Kristen Marczewski, sadly passed away in February this year after a four-year battle with cancer. Jane Fortin, 68 years old, of St. Johnsbury, Vt., passed away peacefully with her daughter, grandson, and son-in-law at her side on Sunday, Feb. 26, 2023 in St. Johnsbury. "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. Pain can be a gift because it really drives you to deep places and to dig more gold. We must continue to live and learn from her words and lyrics. The NBC franchise also honored the Zanesville, Ohio native on Monday. Those feelings dont leave you. "Her determination to fight this terrible illness was remarkable. She was the daughter of the Independent Press Standards Organisation (IPSO), Brave (Live at Maple House Sessions) (2021). 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). "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. Alta Jane Lucas, 77, of Chanute passed away on Tuesday, February 28, 2023, at Heritage Healthcare in Chanute. 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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. @_nightbirde was such a bright inspirational light in all our lives.we must continue to live and learn from her words and lyrics. ", Nightbirde revealed life was pretty brutal. Janes family first confirmed the singers death to TMZ on Monday (February 21st) before giving an official statement to PEOPLE. Jane Ann Pelton, 76, of Findlay, passed away peacefully Monday, Feb. 27, 2023, at home after an year-and-a-half battle with cancer. Big Brother Canada Season 11 Cast Revealed: See Their Photos and Bios, Scheana Says Katie Was Projecting With Troll Diss, Declares Friendship Over, Prince Harry and Meghan Markle Arent Suing South Park Over Parody, Celebrity Deaths in 2022: Stars We've Lost, diagnosed with cancer in her lungs, spine and liver, Sharon! Janes family first confirmed the singers death to TMZ on Monday (February 21st) before giving an official statement to PEOPLE. "But it's also such an honor because the whole world is carrying their own weight and we get to learn how to do this together.". To inquire about a licence to reproduce material, visit our Syndication site. 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. Jane lived more life in her short thirty-one years than most of us do in eighty years. Jane Ann was born June 4, 1946, in Van Wert, to the late C. Robert and Wanda (Weaver) Baker. We are saddened to learn about [Nightbirdes] Passing, AGT host Terry Crews wrote on Instagram. The Sun website is regulated by the Independent Press Standards Organisation (IPSO), Our journalists strive for accuracy but on occasion we make mistakes. 10 min ago. Jane Steele passed away following a short illness on 22nd February. Macrzewski, who performed under the stage name Nightbirde on AGT, became a social media sens ", "It was in that moment when I wrote the song, because I was having a hard time. She was 31. judge Simon Cowell wrote on Twitter Tuesday. "What was so special about Jane, in my opinion, was she was always optimistic. 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. 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. It's been a year since one of AGT's most unforgettable Contestants, Jane "Nightbirde" Marczewski, passed away, but her legacy lives on.On February 19th, 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.". Nightbirde, who appeared on season 16 of Americas Got Talent, died after a long battle with cancer. 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Incredibly, she beat those odds and was declared cancer-free the following year only to have it return in 2021. Hollywood Life Judge Howie Mandel tweetedMonday that "@_nightbirde was such a bright inspirational light in all our lives. All Rights Reserved. She wrote: Honestly, things have been pretty brutal. WebJane A. Thoms, age 89 of Clinton, passed away Friday, September 20, 2019 at Mercy One. https://hollywoodlife.com/2022/02/22/nightbirde-family-last-words-video She was 31. The singer passed away on Sunday, after the disease spread to her lungs, spine, and liver, TMZ reported. ", Strictly star bags life-changing EastEnders role as part of new family, Baby's body found after huge search as cops quiz Constance Marten & lover, Bianca Gascoigne reveals very unusual name for her newborn daughter, I took pic of son, 18, before his first night out then the worst thing happened, News Group Newspapers Limited in England No. It is with the deepest heartache that we confirm that She received Simon Cowell's Golden Buzzer that season, vaulting her straight to the live shows. Rest in peace @nightbirde," judge Heidi Klum shared on her Instagram Story. 'America's Got Talent' breakout star Jane 'Nightbirde' Marczewski has died after a battle with cancer TMZ has learned. With traditional chemotherapy treatment the doctors are hopeful they can extend Janes life by up to 3 1/2yrs. Celebrity Deaths in 2022: Stars We've Lost The Jane Marczewski, the singer known as Nightbirde, has sadly passed away of breast cancer at the age of 31. As much as I feel horribly about her passing I feel lucky to to have met, heard and known her.". ", Nightbirdecontinued, saying: "I then move across the country to look for some miracle treatment that I dont actually have money to pay for. Nightbirde is Cowell's all-time favorite Golden Buzzer Audition. Jane Marczewski passed away on Feb. 19 after a four-year battle with cancer. While a student at Liberty, Nightbirde posted her first tracks and had her first public performance in 2011. The AGT judge shared a tribute to Nightbirde on Twitter: "@_nightbirde was such a bright inspirational light in all our lives. ", The AGT star shared a heartbreaking post before her death, revealing life was "pretty brutal.". WebLearn more about Jane Marczewski aka Nightbirde; and how her legacy + message of hope lives on through the music she wrote and the merchandise she helped design/inspire. Janes life feels like it ended abruptly, right in the middle of a sentence, leaving goals unfinished and aspirations unchased - but Jane fulfilled her lifelong dream. "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.". She had a witty joke for every occasion even if the joke was on her. "Life doesnt always give breaks to those that deserve it but we knew that already. In this photo, America's Got Talent Live: The All Stars Tour logo captured on the big screen onstage during opening night in Salina, Kansas, Oct. 6, 2015. Jane Fortin, 68 years old, of St. Johnsbury, Vt., passed away peacefully with her daughter, grandson, and son-in-law at her side on Sunday, Feb. 26, 2023 in St. Johnsbury. We Love you, Nightbirde," host Terry Crews shared on Instagram. Simon". Nightbirde might have a boyfriend in the past. But nothing has been confirmed yet. As per the source, she was 15 weeks pregnant when she lost her baby. Jane seems to be married, and her husband's details are missing from the source. Nightbirde has an Instagram account with 21.9k followers and 919 posts so far. The AGT family is truly a family and we were following her throughout this whole thing and she's in heaven and that's all I can say. She was 31. The "AGT" community took to social media to mourn the singer. Margaret Jane Souder Snapp, 93, passed away February 21, 2023. A source with direct knowledge tells us the 'America's Got Talent' breakout star Jane 'Nightbirde' Marczewski has died after a battle with cancer TMZ has learned. Rest In Peace, Jane.. Jane Ann Pelton. She married Burr Pelton on Aug. 31, 1968, and he survives. Our Condolences goes to her Closest Family & Friends in such of This difficult time. I am sending my love to her family.. Stay with me, Ill be better soon. Jane Nightbirde Marczewski, a contestant on season 16 of Americas Got Talent, has died following a battle with cancer. Howie! Rest In Peace, Jane. She was 31. We get to carry her legacy and her memory forward, and we get to potentially impact another Jane," he said. ", Cowell saidMarczewski made the right decision to focus on"your well-being, your health and your recovery. Her family also paid tribute to her in a statement. 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," the family said Monday in a statement to USA TODAY. However, unfortunately, the disease spread to her lungs, spine and liver. Americas Got Talent Winners: Where Are They Now? In November, Marczewski spoke with CNNs Chris Cuomo and said her treatment had been going well but that her health was improving only slowly. Please note that this form cannot be used to reset your Google or Facebook password. 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. "She had a witty joke for every occasion even if the joke was on her. Jane would want this for others.. 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 Our Condolences goes to her Closest Family & Friends in such of This difficult time. She was born October 21, 1929 on the family farm, in Damascus, Maryland. AFTER battling cancer for more than five years, America's Got Talent star Jane Marczewski reportedly died at age 31. I will live her lesson best I can. "We love you. I did get a scan result back, and a bunch of stuff that was there disappeared. "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. "I bet you never saw someone win so hard and lose so hard at the same time. She revealed her cancer had taken a "turn for the worse," saying: "Sharing my heart with the world on AGT has been an honor and a dream come true. ", The AGT: Extreme host added, "We love her. Us Weekly has affiliate partnerships so we may receive compensation for some links to products and services. In a post on January 11, Nightbirde shared what became herlast selfieon social media before her death. We're on the way. "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. For other inquiries, Contact Us. Janes family first confirmed the singers death to TMZ on Monday (February 21st) before giving an official statement to PEOPLE. Nightbirde, the singer whose breakout performance on "America's Got Talent" made her a fan favorite, died Monday at age 31 after battling cancer. 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. 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. Jane Ann Pelton, 76, of Findlay, passed away peacefully Monday, Feb. 27, 2023, at home after an year-and-a-half battle with cancer. Jane Steele passed away following a short illness on 22nd February. She knew how sick she was and she couldn't make the Finals, but I think watching it back, it makes you feel hopeful," Cowell continued. Pretty beat up, but Ive still got dreams.". On Monday, the Marczewski family released a statement about the songwriter's life and legacy. Ocean & Sky, a six-song EP she financed on Kickstarter, was released in 2013. "I am so sad to announce that I wont be able to continue forward on this season of AGT. She is a part of a joint family. According to the sources, her father Mitchell C. Marczewski is an entrepreneur. Nightbirde Jane Marczewski with her family. The name of her mother is Sharon Marczewski. Nightbirde grew up playing with her 6 siblings in Zanesville. She has one sister and five brothers. "She made a huge impact on AGT and the world. Its happening slow little by little, day by day, she said. "Jane truly understood the beauty of life and the importance of living each day as it is given to us. 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