URGENT UPDATE: Magda Szubanski, the beloved Australian comedian and actress, has shared an emotional video from her hospital bed as she battles stage 4 Mantle Cell Lymphoma. In a heartwarming moment, Szubanski extends her gratitude to 10-year-old Annabella Wills from Adelaide, who dressed up as her iconic character, Sharon Strzelecki, for Book Week.
In the video posted just hours ago, Szubanski, who is currently undergoing chemotherapy, expressed how Annabella’s thoughtful gesture “really cheered me up.” The touching shoutout comes as Szubanski continues to fight through her cancer diagnosis, a journey she has been candid about since revealing her condition earlier this year.
“This is a special shout out to little 10-year-old Annabella Wills in Adelaide. Thank you so much for your ‘impressionation’ of Sharon Strzelecki. I’m in here having chemo and it really cheered me up,” Szubanski said in the video. Her heartfelt words resonate with fans, as she adds, “I’m very touched and that was a beautiful thing to do. Thank you my sweet. Lots of love.”
The emotional video has gone viral, garnering over 100,000 reactions and more than 5,000 comments of support from fans and fellow celebrities alike, demonstrating the widespread admiration for Szubanski during this challenging time.
Annabella Wills caught the attention of the actress after her mother shared the story with the Adelaide Advertiser. “She saw that Szubanski was unwell and wanted to pay homage to her,” her mother said. Mission accomplished for young Annabella, whose costume not only brought joy to Szubanski but also highlighted the power of kindness amidst adversity.
As Szubanski bravely shares her journey, her fans continue to rally around her, sending messages of love and support. The emotional impact of her struggle has resonated deeply across social media platforms, inspiring countless others.
As the world watches and supports Szubanski, her story serves as a poignant reminder of the strength found in community and compassion. Fans are encouraged to continue following her journey as she navigates this difficult battle.
Stay tuned for more updates on this developing story as we continue to send love and support to Magda Szubanski.
