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West Australian
14-07-2025
- Entertainment
- West Australian
Magda Szubanski: Kath and Kim legend receives absurd gift that makes cancer seem ‘not all bad'
An Aussie legend has been given a crafty gift to help get through her difficult ongoing chemo treatment. Magda Szubanski, a beloved Aussie actor and comedy legend, has received a gift from Lego to assist her as she continues to battle cancer. The Kath and Kim breakout star was gifted the Lego Land Rover Defender set, which she said would 'keep (her) busy for a bit.' 'The upside of the cancer - it ain't all bad,' Szubanski wrote on Instagram. She expressed her excitement in an Instagram reel, and said, 'I am such am 11-year-old boy trapped in a 64-year-old lesbian's body.' The star jokingly added that she 'did think it was going to be a real land rover, but this will do.' Szubanski said it would be tricky to complete the Lego set because she is experiencing 'chemo induced numbness in fingertips.' 'I've planned ahead and ordered a building kit with pliers and finger protectors. Good times! Now all I need is a Lego Queen Elizabeth II to pop in the driver's seat,' she wrote. In late May, Szubanski shared with her 296,000 Instagram followers that she had been diagnosed with stage 4 Mantle Cell Lymphoma, an rare and aggressive form of blood cancer. '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.' Szubanski 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.
Perth Now
14-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Perth Now
Magda Szubanski receives absurd gift to help with chemo
An Aussie legend has been given a crafty gift to help get through her difficult ongoing chemo treatment. Magda Szubanski, a beloved Aussie actor and comedy legend, has received a gift from Lego to assist her as she continues to battle cancer. The Kath and Kim breakout star was gifted the Lego Land Rover Defender set, which she said would 'keep (her) busy for a bit.' 'The upside of the cancer - it ain't all bad,' Szubanski wrote on Instagram. She expressed her excitement in an Instagram reel, and said, 'I am such am 11-year-old boy trapped in a 64-year-old lesbian's body.' The star jokingly added that she 'did think it was going to be a real land rover, but this will do.' Szubanski said it would be tricky to complete the Lego set because she is experiencing 'chemo induced numbness in fingertips.' 'I've planned ahead and ordered a building kit with pliers and finger protectors. Good times! Now all I need is a Lego Queen Elizabeth II to pop in the driver's seat,' she wrote. 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. In late May, Szubanski shared with her 296,000 Instagram followers that she had been diagnosed with stage 4 Mantle Cell Lymphoma, an rare and aggressive form of blood cancer. '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.' Szubanski 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! 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. '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.
West Australian
01-06-2025
- 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
01-06-2025
- 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.'
Epoch Times
31-05-2025
- Health
- Epoch Times
‘Babe' Actress Magda Szubanski Reveals Stage 4 Cancer Diagnosis
Magda Szubanski warmed hearts with her layered and endearing performance in the award-winning 1995 film 'Babe.' Today, the Australian comedic actress sports a shaved head, a far cry from the grey-haired updo she wore when playing the farmer's wife in the wholesome pig-led comedy-drama. Szubanski was recently diagnosed with stage 4 cancer—a very rare and very aggressive type of blood disease known as mantle cell lymphoma. Affecting roughly 1 in 200,000 people each year, there is currently no cure for this form of non-Hodgkin lymphoma, but treatments may help manage symptoms, the Mayo Clinic
