Magda Szubanski’s Ongoing Cancer Battle: Friends Share Hope Amid Cruel Hoax – Full Update

Australian comedy icon Magda Szubanski, 64, remains in a fierce fight against stage 4 Mantle Cell Lymphoma, the rare and aggressive blood cancer she bravely revealed in May 2025. Diagnosed after enlarged lymph nodes appeared during a routine breast screening, Magda has been undergoing the intensive Nordic Protocol—a combination of chemotherapy and immunotherapy—in Melbourne, receiving world-class care from top specialists.

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The latest heartfelt insights come from close friends David Campbell and his wife Lisa Hewitt, who have been vocal about Magda’s resilience. In late December 2025 interviews, including with The Sydney Morning Herald and Stellar podcast, David shared: “Magda is really receiving everyone’s goodwill… I think that’s the thing that’s been keeping her going.” He described how the overwhelming public support, prayers, and messages of love have become a vital lifeline during her grueling treatment. Lisa echoed this, noting Magda’s signature humor shines through even on tough days—she “laughs at everything,” including the cancer itself, turning dark moments into light with her wit.

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Magda’s own updates have been sparse since mid-2025 hospital videos, where she candidly admitted chemo was “smacking me around” but expressed deep gratitude for her medical team, family, and fans. She highlighted the “incredible” goodwill fueling her strength, urging positivity amid the physical toll.

The battle took a heartbreaking twist in early 2026 with a cruel online death hoax and scam wave. Scammers spread false claims of her passing, using AI-generated images and fake fundraisers impersonating her to solicit donations. Magda swiftly called it out on social media: “Not me… Please don’t think it’s me,” warning fans to report hoaxes to ScamWatch and trust only her verified channels. This followed earlier January alerts about bogus medical appeals exploiting her diagnosis.

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Despite the emotional strain of scams and treatment side effects—like hair loss, fatigue, and hospital stays—Magda’s inner circle insists her spirit endures. David and Lisa, who consider her family (she’s godmother to their children), emphasize her role as a constant source of joy and light. No reports confirm worsening beyond expected chemo challenges, and friends focus on hope: new treatments show promise, and community love powers her forward.

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The entertainment world rallies—tributes at events, candlelight vigils from fans, and endless well-wishes pour in. Magda’s induction into halls of fame and past Logies moments remind everyone of her legacy as Sharon from Kath & Kim, a trailblazing comedian, and advocate.

As February 2026 unfolds, the message is clear: Magda fights on with humor, support, and unbreakable spirit. Fans are urged to send positive energy her way—no authentic updates suggest defeat. Check her official Instagram for real news, and report any scams immediately.

Prayers continue for her full recovery. Magda Szubanski: a fighter, a legend, still here and still laughing.