Singer-songwriter Jane Marczewski, the "America's Acquired Expertise" contestant recognized professionally as "Nightbirde" who impressed judges and earned a devoted following, died Saturday after a four-year battle with most cancers, in line with her household. She was 31.
"We, her household, are devastated by her passing and unimaginable loss," they stated in a press release. "Those that knew her loved her larger-than-life character and humorousness. ... Her lasting legacy would be the reward of hope she gave to so many via her music and the power she present in Jesus."
Marczewski, an Ohio native, surprised the "AGT" judges final yr with an unique track known as "It is OK" for her audition, throughout which she revealed she was combating most cancers and that it had unfold to her lungs, backbone and liver. The efficiency earned her the Golden Buzzer, enabling her to advance.
Marczewski withdrew from the present in August, citing her declining well being.
"The battle with most cancers is demanding all of my vitality and a focus," she wrote on the time. "Life would not all the time give breaks to people who deserve it — however we knew that already."
Following information of Marczewski's demise, the official "America's Acquired Expertise" Instagram account posted: "Your voice, your story, and your message touched thousands and thousands. Nightbirde will all the time be a member of the AGT household. Relaxation In Peace, Jane."
"AGT" host Terry Crews posted a photograph of Marczewski on his Instagram with the caption, "We Love you, Nightbirde."
And choose Heidi Klum shared on her Instagram story: "We love you. Relaxation in peace @_nightbirde."
Marczewski's final Instagram put up was on January 11. "We're all just a little misplaced and it is alright," she wrote.