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. Rest In Peace, Jane.. 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. Our Condolences goes to her Closest Family & Friends in such of This difficult time. 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". After her performance of Its OK left Cowell near tears, he pushed his Golden Buzzer, sending her straight through to the live shows. You're not letting anyone down because that's what she kept saying to me. 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. As much as I feel horribly about her passing I feel lucky to have met, heard and known her," judge Howie Mandel tweeted. ", "At my worst, I was given three to six months to live and a 2% chance of survival. Marczewski had skyrocketed to fame after winning the Golden Buzzer on "America's Got Talent" in June 2021. At the time of her Americas Got Talent audition earlier this year, she shared that she had cancer in her spine, lungs, and liver. Pain can be a gift because it really, really drives you to deep places to dig for gold.". Jane Marczewskibecame a social media sensation after appearing on the 16th season of America's Got Talent last year. Let us know what you feel about this article. Marczewski gained fame on 'America's Got Talent' 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. Our Condolences goes to her Closest Family & Friends in such of This difficult time. 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The third time, I went to the window and they were there singing morning songs at 3am. "So, the pain of continuing there is a lot more uncertainty that way, but I think the pain of giving up is so much worse. You can view more details on Privacy and Policy. 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Nightbirde, whose real name was Jane Marczewski was known as an American singer and songwriter. Americas Got Talent sensation Jane Nightbirde Marczewskihas died at age 31 following a courageous public battle with cancer. ", And judge Heidi Klum shared on her Instagram story: "We love you. Macrzewski performed under the stage name Nightbirde, All Rights Reserved. And when I'm too angry to ask Him to sit on my bed until I fall asleep, He still stays. We lost a shining star today you were a true inspiration to all. The show's hosts and judges also shared their condolences on social media. 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. Because you don't need the stress right now. Jane Marczewski, who captured viewers hearts in Season 16 of Americas Got Talent, died on Sunday following a battle with cancer, TMZ reports. Marczewski's last Instagram post was on January 11. As much as I feel horribly about her passing I feel lucky to to have met, heard and known her.. "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. ", Nightbirdecontinued, saying: "I then move across the country to look for some miracle treatment that I dont actually have money to pay for. During her audition, she explained that she had been fighting cancer for the past several years. "Her lasting legacy will be the gift of hope she gave to so many through her music and the strength she found in Jesus.. Did you encounter any technical issues? "[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. [20] The AGT judges and host released condolences on social media. You can find out more about which cookies we are using or switch them off in settings. ", "I spend a lot of time squeezing my eyes shut and trying to remember what I believe; counting my breaths in the grief cloud; burying my face into God's T-shirt. Two percent is something, and I wish people knew how amazing it is.". I needed that. We thank everyone for their messages of love and support.. But this is a photo of myself from last week where I felt pretty, and alive, and awake, and human, and real. 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. ", Judge Howie Mandel tweeted Monday that Marczewski was such a bright inspirational light in all our lives." [47][48] She also wrote poetry and painted prior to her death. My point of view this summer has been astounding. Sending so much love to all of Nightbirde's family and friends. When she's not covering entertainment news, she can be found baking, reading, or exploring NYC. I am so sad to announce that I wont be able to continue forward on this season of AGT. He is now establishing a nonprofit and 100 percent of proceeds will go to the cause in Janes memory. She was 31. She was 31. Her world was crashing down in more ways than one. 14 on iTunes in December 2021. 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. I called her and I said that, 'Honestly if I was in your position, I wouldn't do it.' She also said after the performance that she had a 2% chance of survival but 2% is not zero percent, she said. Rest In Peace, Jane," AGT shared on Instagram and Twitter Monday. 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, Nightbirde," 'AGT' host Terry Crews wrote on Instagram. 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. [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. This 82-year-old couldn't afford to retire. 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. we must continue to live and learn from her words and lyrics. [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. Simon Cowell opens up on special tribute for late AGT contes 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. ", "As much as I feel horribly about her passing I feel lucky to to have met, heard and known her.". "We are saddened to learn about @_nightbirde's Passing. [17][18] In August 2020, following her second cancer diagnosis and remission, she released "It's OK" (her most popular song). However, she withdrew from the show weeks later, announcing on social media at the time that she was no longer able to compete as her health had taken a "turn for the worse.". Judge Simon Cowell and host Terry Crews featured their favorite Golden Buzzer winners, with Nightbirde being ranked the best moment (No. [61], The Marczewski family created The Nightbirde Memorial Fund (nightbirdefoundation.org), a foundation that donates to cancer research, and will help support those unable to afford the treatment they need. CNN Sans & 2016 Cable News Network. Singer-songwriter Jane Marczewski, the "America's Got Talent" contestant known professionally as "Nightbirde" who impressed judges and earned a dedicated following, died Saturday after a four-year battle with cancer, according to her family. Nightbirde will always be a member of the AGT family. The performance earned her a standing ovation from the crowd and a Golden Buzzer from curmudgeonly judge Simon Cowell. On this Wikipedia the language links are at the top of the page across from the article title. Those who knew her, enjoyed her larger-than-life personality and sense of humor. He added, "[Jane] accomplished her dreams. A talent competition where participants possessing some form of talent from the US and abroad, aim to impress the audience and judges, Simon Cowell, Howie Mandel, Heidi Klum, Sofia Vergara. 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. She had a witty joke for every occasioneven if the joke was on her. Jane Marczewski had been battling cancerfor four years before her death. "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. Nightbirde was the first person to receive the Golden Buzzer during Season 16. '", "This song means so much, its my story. When we found that she had passed this weekend, that immediately came to my mind. PMC Entertainment. ", What did Nightbirde's family say, continued, Theyconcludedwith: "As you all can imagine, the outpouring of love and support for JANE is massive. Jane Marczewski in a photo shared January 2022. As much as I feel horribly about her passing I feel lucky to to have met, heard and known her.. ", She continued: "It's restored my faith in humanity a lot to see people come together just over the fact that we all hurt, we all suffer and we all have the potential to overcome.". Nightbirdeposted a photo in cream overalls and a maroon tank top. Nightbirde stole Americas hearts during her audition thanks to her positive attitude and angelic vocals. It felt like everything fell apart. '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!' 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. "[55], At the age of 31, Marczewski died from the disease on February 19, 2022. 2023 Cable News Network. I dont know if itll ever become casual to me again, just to live, she said at the time. 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%. 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.". [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. #nightbirde. But its happening slow, little by little, day by day. Days after the death of "America's Got Talent" star Nightbirde, the singer-songwriter's loved ones are 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. ", 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. / CBS News. "@_nightbirde was such a bright inspirational light in all our lives. Absolutely stunning., Unfortunately, that was the end of her time on AGT. She was 31. [15][38][39] Cowell encouraged her not to return to the competition, saying "You don't need the stress right now. 2% is something, and I wish people knew how amazing it is, she said. We must continue to live and learn from her words and lyrics. 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.. Two percent is something, and I wish people knew how amazing it is. 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. I needed that. Your email address will not be published. "We, her family, are devastated by her passing and unimaginable loss," they wrote in a statement to TODAY. Prior to joining NBC, Sam worked in local news around the country, most recently covering Washington D.C. Sam is a proud graduate of the University of Missouri - Columbia. We Love you, Nightbirde," host Terry Crews shared on Instagram Monday. You cant wait until life isnt hard anymore before you decide to be happy, she told the judges. Rest in peace @nightbirde," judge Heidi Klum shared on her Instagram Story. 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. "We talk about once every two weeks. [28][29][30] In March 2022, Nightbirde's song "It's OK" appeared during an episode of Good Trouble. Once your account is created, you'll be logged-in to this account. "We thank everyone for their messages of love and support.. If you like TVLine, you'll LOVE our email news alerts! "Rest in power @_nightbirde. She was 31. [3] Marczewski died on February 19, 2022, after keeping the battle to cancer a secret. Singer-songwriter Jane Marczewski, the "America's Got Talent" contestant known professionally as "Nightbirde" who impressed judges and earned a dedicated This page was last edited on 20 February 2023, at 14:58. [16], Marczewski uploaded her first songs, and gave her first live performance in 2011, while a student at Liberty University. Honestly, things have been pretty brutal. "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. 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. True inspiration to all of Nightbirde 's family and Friends or exploring NYC if you like,! Your account is created, you 'll love our email news alerts keeping battle. 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