Celebrities react after TV legend's shock cancer diagnosis
In an emotional video shared to her social media, the Kath and Kim star told fans she had been diagnosed with stage 4 Mantle Cell Lymphoma.
In the clip, Szubanski told how she had anticipated the hairloss she had experienced due to her treatment — but assured followers she was 'being lovingly cared for by friends and family' and had a 'brilliant' medical team.
Among the heartfelt messages from fans were uplifting well-wishes from Szubanski's famous friends.
One of the first stars to reach out to Szubanski was MasterChef Australia legend and this season's host Poh Ling Yeow who wrote, 'You look beautiful as a Goog my love. And the Mutley laugh has me thinking you're going to be good at this. We're right behind you. Love u and see you soon ♥️🥚♥️.'
Sam Neill, best known for his role in Jurassic Park, said, 'Right there with you darling xx.'
'Much love to you Magda! You've done so much to fight for our rights, you've well and truly earned the right to be a 'cranky old moll!' ❤️❤️❤️,' wrote journalist Narelda Jacobs.
Fellow comedians Rove McManus and Pete Helliar let the actress know that they had her back.
'Lots of love and support to you beautiful one 💖,' McManus said. Beloved Aussie star Magda Szubanski has revealed she has stage 4 blood cancer. Credit: Instagram
'Sending you all my love Mags!!!!! You (and we) know how strong you are!! ❤️,' Helliar declared.
Radio host Carrie Bickmore, who recently celebrated the 10 year anniversary since launching her campaign to raise funds for the Brain Cancer Centre told Szubanski, 'Oh babe. F**k. You've got this 💪 yelling at you now from a distance that we all love you ❤️❤️.'
The kind and impactful words of support for Magda's battle extended beyond TV and media personalities.
Grace Tame, who was named Australian of the Year in 2021, added, 'Sending you all the love in the world and warm, immuno-safe virtual hugs ❤️🩹 Xxx.'
Perth-born model and actress Megan Gale wrote, 'Sending an abundance of love, hugs and strength your way Magda. ♥️♥️♥️.'
'Mags, I'm so bloody sorry to hear this. Sending all my love and strength mate! Love you!!! ❤️ fight this! ❤️,' said former professional tennis player and four time Olympian Rennae Stubbs.
Author Briony Benjamin shared her own experience with the disease: 'Oh Magda I'm so sorry to hear this. As a blood cancer survivor I'm sending you so much love. Can you tell that lymphoma to bugger off and leave the good ones alone? Thanks. Sending love xxxxx.'
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