Beloved actress shares update
Magda Szubanski’s Brave Update
Magda Szubanski, beloved for Kath & Kim and Babe, shared a heartfelt video from her hospital bed during treatment for stage-four cancer.
She thanked a young fan: “Thank you so much for your impression of Sharon Strzelecki… it really cheered me up.”
Diagnosis and Treatment
In May, Szubanski revealed she was diagnosed with aggressive mantle cell lymphoma after a routine screening.
She shaved her head ahead of treatment and said, “It is one of the nasty ones, unfortunately.”
Strength Amid Struggles
Despite the tough journey, she expressed gratitude for her care team and new treatments: “We have the best in the world here in Australia.” She also asked fans to “wave enthusiastically from a safe distance” due to her weakened immune system.
A Symbol of Hope
Szubanski’s openness and humor have inspired many. Her fight is a powerful reminder of resilience, hope, and the importance of sharing life’s real moments.
