Australian star Magda Szubanski, known for her role in Kath & Kim, has shared an emotional video from the hospital revealing her battle with stage 4 lymphoma and thanking fans for their support.
Australian actress and comedian Magda Szubanski has opened up from her hospital bed with a moving update after her diagnosis with stage 4 blood cancer — a rare and aggressive form of lymphoma.
💬 A Message from the Hospital
In a video shared recently, Szubanski thanked fans and specifically a 10-year-old fan named Annabella Wills, who dressed up as her well-loved character Sharon Strzelecki from Kath & Kim.
“I’m here having chemo and it really cheered me up,” she said, acknowledging the kindness that lifted her spirits.
She added:
“It’s rough… but I’m lucky to be getting absolutely world-class care here in Melbourne.”
🩺 The Diagnosis
The 64-year-old star revealed that doctors discovered her illness after a routine breast screen uncovered swollen lymph nodes. She was later diagnosed with a rare mantle cell lymphoma, which she described as “very rare, very aggressive.”
She started the intensive “Nordic protocol” treatment and stated candidly:
“I won’t sugar-coat it: it’s confronting.”
❤️ The Response
Celebrities and fans immediately rallied around her.
“Sending all the love in the world to you, Magda darling,” posted Nigella Lawson, while others shared messages of support and admiration for Szubanski’s courage.
📌 Why This Matters
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Szubanski’s openness helps shine a light on mantle cell lymphoma — a less-common but serious form of cancer.
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Her video from the hospital highlights how emotional support from fans and loved ones can make a difference in the treatment journey.
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It also reminds us of the value of regular screenings: her diagnosis started with an incidental breast screen.