Magda Szubanski
Australian actress and comedian Magda Szubanski is known for her iconic role as Sharon Strzelecki in the beloved sitcom Kath & Kim and for her performances in films like Babe and Happy Feet. Recently, Szubanski was diagnosed with stage four Mantle Cell Lymphoma, a rare and aggressive form of blood cancer. In a heartfelt social media video, she shared her experience and emphasized the importance of getting tested and listening to one's body, while expressing gratitude for the support of her friends, family, and medical team during her treatment.
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Magda Szubanski was mentioned in relation to a controversial joke made by Kyle Sandilands.
Will the doomed, unfairly hated show return?
Australia· 2026-03-05
Magda Szubanski was mentioned in the context of criticism directed at Kyle Sandilands for his controversial comments.
Suspended after "serious misconduct" as Jackie Henderson exits KIIS FMAustralia· 2026-03-03
Magda Szubanski is a comedian who received an apology from Jackie Henderson after a controversial joke made by Kyle Sandilands.
The radio star reveals she is a recovering addictAustralia· 2026-03-03
Magda Szubanski has cautioned against fake medical fundraisers and news stories made in her image.
Magda Szubanski warns against AI social media scamAustralia· 2026-01-18Magda Szubanski is undergoing chemotherapy for lymphoma and is receiving goodwill from her family and the nation.
David Campbell hopes Jimmy Barnes and Magda Szubanski watch from homeAustralia· 2025-12-22
Magda Szubanski has shared a heartfelt message from her hospital bed as she undergoes treatment for a rare and aggressive form of blood cancer.
Magda Szubanski gives update from hospitalAustralia· 2025-08-31
Magda Szubanski expressed her grief for the loss of her namesake, Magda the duck.
Kiwi actor Sir Sam Neill mourns ‘beloved’ pet duck Magda, named after Australian TV star
New Zealand· 2025-08-05
Magda Szubanski was this year’s inductee into the Logies Hall of Fame, joining the likes of Graham Kennedy, Noni Hazlehurst and Bert Newton.
Sam Pang, Magda Szubanski and Gold Logie winner Lynne McGrangerAustralia· 2025-08-04
Magda Szubanski was inducted into the Logies Hall of Fame.
Lynne McGranger takes the Gold, Magda’s emotional speech and ABC cleans up with FiskAustralia· 2025-08-03
Magda Szubanski has been inducted into the 2025 Logies Hall of Fame.
Magda Szubanski inducted into Hall of FameAustralia· 2025-08-01
The complainant quoted a famous sketch by comedian Magda Szubanski from the 1990s.
Alleged rape victim questioned over ‘friendly’ texts with Kiama MPAustralia· 2025-06-02
Magda Szubanski announces her battle with a rare cancer and expresses a hopeful outlook on recovery.
Actor and comedian Magda Szubanski announces battle with ‘rare’ cancerNew Zealand· 2025-05-29
Magda Szubanski reveals blood cancer diagnosis of stage 4 Mantle Cell Lymphoma in Instagram post.
Magda Szubanski reveals blood cancer diagnosis of stage 4 Mantle Cell Lymphoma in Instagram postAustralia· 2025-05-29
Magda Szubanski has been diagnosed with a rare and aggressive cancer.
Australian comic diagnosed with cancer
United Kingdom· 2025-05-29