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. Jane Marczewski in a photo shared January 2022. [49] Frequently posting, the singer's final message and selfie to social media was on January 11, 2022. [27] It also charted in the United Kingdom, Canada and Australia. "Our condolences go to her closest family & friends.". "Life doesnt always give breaks to those that deserve itbut we knew that already.". Who was Nightbirde and what was her cause of death? She also said after the performance that she had a 2% chance of survival but 2% is not zero percent, she said. 3 on the Billboard "Emerging Artists" chart in June 2021. I am sending my love to her family., Her family added in their statement that those who knew Marczewski enjoyed her larger-than-life personality and sense of humor., She had a witty joke for every occasion even if the joke was on her, her family added. In 2012, she released Lines, a three-song EP on which she sang and played acoustic guitar. She 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. "[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. "[55], At the age of 31, Marczewski died from the disease on February 19, 2022. [3] Marczewski died on February 19, 2022, after keeping the battle to cancer a secret. Its important that everyone knows Im so much more than the bad things that happened to me.. Pain can be a gift because it really, really drives you to deep places to dig for gold.". [26] Her song "New Year's Eve (The Remix)" peaked at No. "Life doesnt always give breaks to those that deserve it but we knew that already. She was 31 years old. 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. [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. we must continue to live and learn from her words and lyrics. [15][38][39] Cowell encouraged her not to return to the competition, saying "You don't need the stress right now. The singer passed away on Sunday, after the disease spread to her lungs, spine, and liver, TMZ reported. [7][46], Nightbirde sold merchandise on social media, and raised money for medical expenses via GoFundMe. 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. As she explained, You cant wait until life isnt hard anymore before you decide to be happy.. 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. Heart breaking news to hear about @_nightbirde, she was an extraordinary person, so brave, so talented, Cowell wrote on Twitter. Jane Nightbirde Marczewski passed away yesterday at the age of 31, according to TMZ. Would love your thoughts, please comment. 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Copyright 2023 CBS Interactive Inc. All rights reserved. Judge Simon Cowell and host Terry Crews featured their favorite Golden Buzzer winners, with Nightbirde being ranked the best moment (No. [10][16] In 2013, she released Ocean & Sky, a six-song EP that she funded on Kickstarter. Rest in peace, Jane. Ocean & Sky, a six-song EP she financed on Kickstarter, was released in 2013. Nightbirde will always be a member of the AGT family. 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. 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. CNN Sans & 2016 Cable News Network. We've received your submission. Nightbirde will always be a member of the AGT family. 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While her voice took her to various places across the U.S., including Nashville and, later, California, IE 11 is not supported. Shortly after her emotional departure, the Ohio-based singer returned to the show virtually to give an update on her condition. 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. 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. 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. Its OK topped the iTunes charts within 24 hours of her audition, and continues to bring fans joy and hope. "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. Nightbirde, whose real name was Jane Marczewski was known as an American singer and songwriter. Marczewski gained fame on 'America's Got Talent' 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. At the time of her Americas Got Talent audition earlier this year, she shared that she had cancer in her spine, lungs, and liver. 2023 Cable News Network. When we found that she had passed this weekend, that immediately came to my mind. That's what's happened off the back of this," Cowell said of the star's AGT audition. 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%. Nightbirde will always be a member of the AGT family. [56][57] She was surrounded by family in her San Clemente residence. ", Judge Howie Mandel tweeted Monday that Marczewski was such a bright inspirational light in all our lives." Despite winning Simon Cowells Golden Buzzer, the singer left the competition to focus on her health. "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. She received Simon Cowell's Golden Buzzer that season, vaulting her straight to the live shows. I'm raging and crying and hoping with everyone who needs to rage and cry and hope tonight. WebAt the age of 31, Marczewski died from the disease on February 19, 2022. 1 year ago Americas Got Talent star Jane Marczewski has sadly died from cancer aged 31. Jane Kristen Marczewski (December 29, 1990 February 19, 2022), known professionally as Nightbirde,[1] was an American singer-songwriter. #nightbirde. Rest In Peace, Jane. "I love all of you and back," she said in a call with the judges. 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. She was something special," judge Sofia Vergara shared on her Instagram Story. Nightbirde had the opportunity to release music on her own. Rest In Peace, Jane," AGT shared on Instagram and Twitter Monday. "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.". You can find out more about which cookies we are using or switch them off in settings. Because you don't need the stress right now. [18] Credited as Jane Marczewski-Claudio, she contributed music for the 2015 documentary film, Leonard Knight: A Man & His Mountain.[19]. I thought, Man, this is something that she would have wanted to do, said Mitch. This website uses cookies so that we can provide you with the best user experience possible. Nightbirdewas diagnosed withmetastatic breast cancer, which had progressed as time went on. She was 31. We Love you, Nightbirde," host Terry Crews shared on Instagram Monday. AGT star Nightbirdedescribed her life as pretty brutalin her final post before her death at 31 years old. AMERICA'S Got Talent singer Nightbirde opened up about her brutal cancer battle just weeks before she passed away at the age of 31. We, her family, are devastated by her passing and unimaginable loss, the Marczewski family said in a statement, provided by NBC. In a post on January 11, Nightbirde, born Jane Marczewski, shared what became herlast selfieon social media before her death. [Marczewski] was such a bright inspirational light in all our lives, AGT judge Howie Mandel tweeted on Monday. [10] As a young Christian,[11] she volunteered and participated in various church ministries. "The message that 'Its okay, its okay. ", A post shared by America's Got Talent - AGT (@agt), "AGT" host Terry Crews posted a photo of Marczewski on his Instagram with the caption, "We Love you, Nightbirde. "It's so hard for me to not be on the @agt stage for the finals this week," she wrote. ", "It was in that moment when I wrote the song, because I was having a hard time. They write, 'Its like Jane knew the words she needed to leave us with before she left.' Marczewski had skyrocketed to fame after winning the Golden Buzzer on "America's Got Talent" in June 2021. 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. "[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. 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. Cowell awarded Marczewski a coveted golden buzzer, which advanced her to the next round of competition. [28][29][30] In March 2022, Nightbirde's song "It's OK" appeared during an episode of Good Trouble. Were all a little lost and its alright., A post shared by Nightbirde (@_nightbirde), Jena Malone Opens Up About Being Sexually Assaulted During, NBA, Velocity Capital Invest in Social Analytics FirmVideocites, 'You Must Remember This' Unveils New Season Unzipping Steamy, Travis Scott Reportedly Caused $12,000 in Damages During, High Noon Is Launching A Brand-New Tequila Seltzer For Spring, TVLine is a part of Penske Media Corporation. In a statement, her family confirmed Marczewski's death. A video of the performance boasts nearly 40 million views on YouTube. She wrote: Honestly, things have been pretty brutal. 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