Jane ‘Nightbirde’ Marczewski: Photos of The Late ‘America’s Got Talent’ Contestant

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February 22, 2022 4:06PM EST

Jane ‘Nightbirde’ Marczewski won the hearts of ‘America’s Got Talent’ in 2021 before she died on Feb. 20, 2022 from cancer at just 31. Remember the inspirational singer with photos.

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Jane ‘Nightbirde’ Marczewski: Photos of The Late ‘AGT’ Contestant

Jane ‘Nightbirde’ Marczewski: Photos of The Late ‘AGT’ Contestant
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Singer-songwriter Jane ‘Nightbirde’ Marczewski was an inspiration, who tragically passed away at 31 years old on Feb. 20, 2022. She was an instant sensation when she appeared on ‘America’s Got Talent’ in summer 2021. Forthcoming about her cancer, she told the judges about her battle during her audition. Though her talents were clear, Nightbirde’s declining health forced her to drop out of the competition mid-season.

News of her passing emerged on Feb. 21, 2022. Her family shared a touching tribute with HollywoodLife, telling us, “We, her family, are devastated by her passing and unimaginable loss. Many remember her from America’s Got Talent, where she performed her song ‘It’s OK’ and inspired millions of people around the globe with her messages of faith and never giving up.

“Those who knew her, 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 lasting legacy will be the gift of hope she gave to so many through her music and the strength she found in Jesus.”

Here, Nightbirde can be seen during her audition. She instantly impressed the judges with her original song ‘I’m Ok’. She even managed to make the stone-faced Simon Cowell emotional with her tune.

Remember Jane ‘Nightbirde’ Marczewski with a look back on her time on ‘America’s Got Talent’.

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Nightbirde Smiles In ‘AGT’ Promo Photos

Nightbirde Smiles In ‘AGT’ Promo Photos
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All smiles. Nightbirde’s optimism was undeniable. During her audition she told the judges about her health, telling the judges she had “some cancer in my lungs, spine and my liver.” Her optimism was truly touching, as she added, “I have a two percent chance of survival, but two percent is not zero percent. Two percent is something, and I wish people knew how amazing it is.”

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Nightbirde Takes The Stage

Nightbirde Takes The Stage
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Nightbirde takes the mic on ‘AGT’. The show issued a statement following her passing, saying, “Your voice, your story, and your message touched millions. Nightbirde will always be a member of the AGT family. Rest In Peace, Jane.”

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Nightbirde & Simon Cowell

Nightbirde & Simon Cowell
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Simon Cowelll claps for Nightbirde.

Though she was clearly a fighter, Nightbirde’s health took a “turn for the worse” during AGT and in Aug. 2021, she had to quit the competition mid-season. She shared a bittersweet message on the day of the season finale, telling followers, “It’s so hard for me to not be on the @agt stage for the finals this week. I bet you never saw someone win so hard and lose so hard at the same time,” she went on, adding, “This isn’t how the story was supposed to go.”

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Nightbirde With Simon Cowell & Terry Crews

Nightbirde With Simon Cowell & Terry Crews
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Simon Cowell, Nightbirde, Terry Crews pose together backstage. Terry shared a heartfelt tribute to the talent, telling the public, “We are saddened to learn about @_nightbirde’s Passing. Our Condolences go to her Closest Family & Friends in such [sic] a difficult time. We Love you, Nightbirde.”

Fellow ‘AGT’ judge Howie Mandel also shared his condolences, calling Nightbirde, “such a bright inspirational light in all our lives.” He went on, “We must continue to live and learn from her words and lyrics. As much as I feel horribly about her passing I feel lucky to have met, heard and known her.”

February 22, 2022, 3:05PM
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Nightbirde Zooms Into ‘AGT’

Nightbirde Zooms Into ‘AGT’
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Nightbirde appeared on the quarterfinals episode of ‘AGT’ on Aug. 10, 2022. At the time she seemed upbeat about her prognosis.

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