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West Australian
3 days ago
- Entertainment
- West Australian
Magda Szubanski cancer: Beloved Kath & Kim star thanks fans for support after heartbreaking diagnosis
Beloved Australian comedian Magda Szubanski has sent a 'massive' thank you to fans after receiving an overwhelming amount of messages of love and support after last week revealing her cancer diagnosis. 'Hello, my darlings, I just wanted to say a massive thank you for all the love and support — it's just been so moving and really youse are the wind beneath my wings,' she told her 296,000 followers on Instagram. 'Thank you very much, love youse all. Sorry I can't reply. It's pretty overwhelming, but I just feel so loved up.' The beloved Australian comedian shared on social media on Thursday that she has been diagnosed with a fast-moving blood cancer. 'Lovelies. Well. Some not great news. I've been diagnosed with stage 4 Mantle Cell Lymphoma,' she wrote on Instagram. 'I won't sugar-coat it: it's rough. But I'm hopeful. I'm being lovingly cared for by friends and family, my medical team is brilliant, and I've never felt more held by the people around me.' The Kath & Kim star confirmed that she has started one of the best treatments available and will be receiving world-class care in Melbourne. 'I'll be lying very low while my immune system takes a hammering, so if you see me out and about—don't hug me, kiss me, or breathe anywhere near me! Wave enthusiastically from a safe distance and know I love you madly,' she continued. 'This is an obscure cancer and was only discovered incidentally via a breast screen where they found my lymph nodes were up. TBH, I've been feeling pretty ratshit for ages. So I asked for extra bloods and - voila! 'For now, just know I'm in good hands, good spirits—but I reserve my yuman right to be a cranky old moll. Love you all, Mags'. The comedy legend appeared on Fast Forward before her breakout role as the netball-loving Sharon Strezlecki in the iconic TV series Kath & Kim. Szubanski appeared in Babe as Esme Hoggett in 1995, before reprising her role in the sequel Babe: Pig in the City in 1998. She also dabbled in animation, voicing Miss Viola in the popular cartoons Happy Feet and Happy Feet Two. Members of the Australian entertainment industry were quick to share their support and well wishes for an icon many have looked up to. 'Lots of love and support to you beautiful one,' fellow comedian Rove McManus commented on Szubanski's Instagram post. Model and actress Megan Gale wrote, 'Sending an abundance of love, hugs and strength your way Magda.'
Perth Now
3 days ago
- Entertainment
- Perth Now
‘So moving': Magda's message to fans after cancer diagnosis
Beloved Australian comedian Magda Szubanski has sent a 'massive' thank you to fans after receiving an overwhelming amount of messages of love and support after last week revealing her cancer diagnosis. 'Hello, my darlings, I just wanted to say a massive thank you for all the love and support — it's just been so moving and really youse are the wind beneath my wings,' she told her 296,000 followers on Instagram. 'Thank you very much, love youse all. Sorry I can't reply. It's pretty overwhelming, but I just feel so loved up.' The beloved Australian comedian shared on social media on Thursday that she has been diagnosed with a fast-moving blood cancer. If you'd like to view this content, please adjust your . To find out more about how we use cookies, please see our Cookie Guide. 'Lovelies. Well. Some not great news. I've been diagnosed with stage 4 Mantle Cell Lymphoma,' she wrote on Instagram. 'I won't sugar-coat it: it's rough. But I'm hopeful. I'm being lovingly cared for by friends and family, my medical team is brilliant, and I've never felt more held by the people around me.' The Kath & Kim star confirmed that she has started one of the best treatments available and will be receiving world-class care in Melbourne. 'I'll be lying very low while my immune system takes a hammering, so if you see me out and about—don't hug me, kiss me, or breathe anywhere near me! Wave enthusiastically from a safe distance and know I love you madly,' she continued. 'This is an obscure cancer and was only discovered incidentally via a breast screen where they found my lymph nodes were up. TBH, I've been feeling pretty ratshit for ages. So I asked for extra bloods and - voila! 'For now, just know I'm in good hands, good spirits—but I reserve my yuman right to be a cranky old moll. Love you all, Mags'. If you'd like to view this content, please adjust your . To find out more about how we use cookies, please see our Cookie Guide. The comedy legend appeared on Fast Forward before her breakout role as the netball-loving Sharon Strezlecki in the iconic TV series Kath & Kim. Szubanski appeared in Babe as Esme Hoggett in 1995, before reprising her role in the sequel Babe: Pig in the City in 1998. She also dabbled in animation, voicing Miss Viola in the popular cartoons Happy Feet and Happy Feet Two. Members of the Australian entertainment industry were quick to share their support and well wishes for an icon many have looked up to. 'Lots of love and support to you beautiful one,' fellow comedian Rove McManus commented on Szubanski's Instagram post. Model and actress Megan Gale wrote, 'Sending an abundance of love, hugs and strength your way Magda.'
See - Sada Elbalad
15-05-2025
- Entertainment
- See - Sada Elbalad
Lili Taylor Joins "The Hunger Games: Sunrise on the Reaping" As Mags
Yara Sameh Lili Taylor has been cast as Mags in Lionsgate's new 'Hunger Games' prequel 'Sunrise on the Reaping,' an adaptation of the bestselling book by Suzanne Collins. She joins previously announced cast members Joseph Zada as Haymitch Abernathy, Whitney Peak as Lenore Dove Baird, Mckenna Grace as Maysilee Donner, Jesse Plemons as Plutarch Heavensbee, Maya Hawke as Wiress, and Kelvin Harrison Jr. as Beetee. Mags, previously portrayed by Lynn Cohen in 'Catching Fire,' is a former Hunger Games champion-turned-District 12 mentor. Taylor is a three-time Emmy nominee who will next be seen in the second season of Marvel's 'Daredevil: Born Again' as well as Netflix's 'Fear Street: Prom Queen.' She can also be seen starring in the mystery drama 'Outer Range' on Amazon. In the literary space, this spring, Taylor released her debut book, 'Turning to Birds,' a love letter to birding and the art of seeking peace in unexpected places. The film adaptation of 'The Hunger Games: Sunrise on the Reaping' will be released on Nov. 20, 2026. Francis Lawrence will direct from a screenplay adaptation by Billy Ray. Color Force's Nina Jacobson and Brad Simpson will produce. Cameron MacConomy will executive produce. Published on March 18, 'Sunrise on the Reaping' revisits the world of Panem twenty-four years before the events of 'The Hunger Games,' starting on the morning of the reaping of the Fiftieth Hunger Games, also known as the Second Quarter Quell. 'Sunrise on the Reaping' sold 1.5 million copies in its first week on sale in the U.S., U.K., Ireland, Canada, Australia, and New Zealand. The 1.2 million copies sold in the U.S. are twice the first week sales of 'The Ballad of Songbirds and Snakes' and three times the first week sales of 'Mockingjay.' The five films in the franchise have taken in over $3.3 billion at the box office. Meredith Wieck and Scott O'Brien are overseeing the project for Lionsgate. Robert Melnik negotiated the deal for the studio. read more New Tourism Route To Launch in Old Cairo Ahmed El Sakka-Led Play 'Sayidati Al Jamila' to Be Staged in KSA on Dec. 6 Mandy Moore Joins Season 2 of "Dr. Death" Anthology Series Don't Miss These Movies at 44th Cairo Int'l Film Festival Today Amr Diab to Headline KSA's MDLBEAST Soundstorm 2022 Festival Arts & Culture Mai Omar Stuns in Latest Instagram Photos Arts & Culture "The Flash" to End with Season 9 Arts & Culture Ministry of Culture Organizes four day Children's Film Festival Arts & Culture Canadian PM wishes Muslims Eid-al-Adha News Egypt confirms denial of airspace access to US B-52 bombers Lifestyle Pistachio and Raspberry Cheesecake Domes Recipe News Ayat Khaddoura's Final Video Captures Bombardment of Beit Lahia News Australia Fines Telegram $600,000 Over Terrorism, Child Abuse Content Arts & Culture Nicole Kidman and Keith Urban's $4.7M LA Home Burglarized Sports Former Al Zamalek Player Ibrahim Shika Passes away after Long Battle with Cancer Sports Neymar Announced for Brazil's Preliminary List for 2026 FIFA World Cup Qualifiers News Prime Minister Moustafa Madbouly Inaugurates Two Indian Companies Arts & Culture New Archaeological Discovery from 26th Dynasty Uncovered in Karnak Temple Business Fear & Greed Index Plummets to Lowest Level Ever Recorded amid Global Trade War
Time of India
15-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Time of India
'Conjuring' fame Lili Taylor roped in for 'The Hunger Games: Sunrise on the Reaping'
(Picture Courtesy: Facebook) Actress Lili Taylor has joined the cast of the upcoming film ' The Hunger Games: Sunrise on the Reaping ', an adaptation of the bestselling book by Suzanne Collins, reported Variety. She will play the role of Mags in the film. The 'Conjuring' actress joins the previously announced cast members Joseph Zada as Haymitch Abernathy, Whitney Peak as Lenore Dove Baird, McKenna Grace as Maysilee Donner, Jesse Plemons as Plutarch Heavensbee, Maya Hawke as Wiress and Kelvin Harrison Jr. as Beetee. Lili Taylor's character, Mags, was previously portrayed by Lynn Cohen in 'Catching Fire'. As per the previous instalments, Mags is a former Hunger Games champion-turned-District 13 metro. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Play this game for 3 minutes, if you own a mouse Undo Mags, previously portrayed by Lynn Cohen in "Catching Fire," is a former Hunger Games champion-turned-District 12 mentor. The film adaptation of ' The Hunger Games : Sunrise on the Reaping' will be released on November 20, 2026, reported Variety. Francis Lawrence will direct from a screenplay adaptation by Billy Ray. The film adaptation will be directed by Francis Lawrence. 'Sunrise on the Reaping' revisits the world of Panem twenty-four years before the events of 'The Hunger Games,' starting on the morning of the reaping of the 50th Hunger Games, also known as the Second Quarter Quell, reported Variety. As for Lili Taylor, she is a three-time Emmy nominee who will also next be seen in the second season of Marvel's 'Daredevil: Born Again' as well as Netflix's 'Fear Street: Prom Queen.' According to the outlet, the actress is also in talks to join the cast of the mystery drama 'Outer Range' on Amazon. Apart from being an actress, Taylor is also an author who released her debut book, 'Turning to Birds,' a love letter to birding and the art of seeking peace in unexpected places, earlier this year. Check out our list of the latest Hindi , English , Tamil , Telugu , Malayalam , and Kannada movies . Don't miss our picks for the best Hindi movies , best Tamil movies, and best Telugu films .
Irish Examiner
03-05-2025
- General
- Irish Examiner
Saturday Fern Allen: I'm a divil for scrolling through TikTok
07.25 Every day starts with a cup of hot water and lemon in bed delivered by my husband. I have a short commute with no traffic therefore if I'm late I've only myself to blame. 08.00 On my way to the house I might meet Brendan delivering eggs from the farm, or Mags, our gardener, who will invariably be carrying fresh herbs and vegetables that have just been picked. I'll walk the house to ensure that everything is as it should be. I'll make sure the fire is lit in the drawing room and that everything is in order to welcome the guests. The housekeeping staff will have arrived at 7am, some of the chefs will be in from 6am and our night porter is always on hand during the night. Depending on how busy things are I might help out with breakfast service. In the summertime, guests tend to get up early, if it's a dull winter's day most guests will start making their way downstairs at around 9 or 9.30am. 10.30 At 10.30 I'll meet guests under the elk antlers in the hall. I'll tell them about the history of Ballymaloe, the art in the house and about things that have happened over the years. I'll tell them about how my mum started the business in 1964 and about the various challenges she faced when she started the business. I will give guests advice on where to go and what to do. They might want to go to the cookery school, to visit the shell house and the bread shed or to go for a walk in the grounds – wellies provided! 12.00 At this stage it is definitely time for a bite to eat. I'll have a small pot of Golden Bean coffee which is roasted here on the farm by Marc Kingston and some of our apple or strawberry muesli. Our version of overnight oats, it's made from organic oats soaked in water to which grated apple (in winter) or strawberries (in summer) are added, along with our farm honey and some lemon juice. I am usually at my desk writing welcome cards for our returning guests and am going through the bookings to make notes of any celebrations or special requests for our chefs. 12.30 I might check the bedrooms before guests arrive. We have 32 bedrooms now. One of my favourites is one of the very first rooms my parents ever decorated as a guest bedroom. It overlooks the front of the house and has recently been renovated as the 'Lichfield Suite' – named after the family who once lived in the house. 14.00 I will liaise with the chefs to find out what will be on the dinner menu and to see what fresh fish has come in from Ballycotton. 15.30 Every day we have a hand-over meeting – good communication is vital and it is essential that we pass on messages from the morning to evening staff. I then try to take time off if I can. In winter I will go home, climb into bed with a cup of tea and relax with a book. I am in two book clubs at the moment. I am so busy that sometimes I struggle to get the books finished but I do love the company, the chat and the glass of wine. I have just read A Long Way South by Sara Stewart and Country Girls by Edna O'Brien – groundbreaking at the time and still very relevant today. In the summertime I try to get out for a quick dip in Ballycotton Bay. It refreshes me nicely for a busy Saturday service. 17.00 I'm back in the house for night service whatever the time of year. I love the buzz of a busy evening. Our guests are so important to us – whether they are staying with us or visiting the restaurant for the evening. My brother Rory often plays the mandolin in the drawing room – if any of the guests feel like joining in after dinner we are happy for them to do that. 22.00 I usually leave around 10pm and arrive home with sore feet after a long day. I'll have some programmes recorded. I love watching Ireland's Fittest Family and Ear to the Ground. I will find it hard to wind down because the adrenaline will be flowing. I love doing Wordle and I'm a divil for scrolling through TikTok watching song and dance clips. If I can't get to sleep I don't worry about it too much – I can function well on little sleep. I'm always on call for Ballymaloe House so I'll keep my phone close to me. I can be there in five minutes. Fern Allen is the manager of Ballymaloe House. The Ballymaloe Festival of Food runs from Friday, May 16 - Sunday, May 18. For the full festival lineup see Read More Saturday with Jasmine Gerhardt: Stereotypes around women in pageants are so outdated
