Magda Szubanski, the beloved Australian actress known for Kath & Kim and Babe, recently shared a heartfelt update while undergoing treatment for stage-four mantle cell lymphoma. From her hospital bed, she posted a video thanking a young fan, Annabella, who dressed as her character Sharon Strzelecki for Book Week—a gesture that lifted her spirits during chemotherapy.

Candidly, Szubanski admitted, “Chemo is smacking me around right now,” revealing the toll of treatment while maintaining her trademark humor. She first announced her diagnosis in May after swollen lymph nodes were detected during a breast screening and has embraced transparency throughout her journey, even sharing a video of her shaved head.

Despite challenges, she remains optimistic, praising her medical team, Australia’s healthcare system, and her supportive network. With warmth and humor, Szubanski continues to inspire fans while asking them to show love safely from a distance.