Stage 4 Cancer Battle: Actress Shares Heartfelt Hospital Update

I’m in here having chemo and it really cheered me up. I’m really touched—that was such a beautiful thing to do. Thank you, my sweet. Lots of love to you.”

The recipient of this heartfelt message was ten-year-old Annabella from Adelaide, who had dressed up as Sharon Strzelecki for Book Week at her school.

Her innocent and joyful homage had reached Szubanski in a moment when she was physically weakened but emotionally buoyed by the gesture.

It is a small yet poignant reminder of the impact her work has had across generations, and how even simple acts of kindness can resonate deeply, particularly during times of personal struggle.

Szubanski captioned the video with unvarnished honesty: “Chemo is smacking me around right now.” In that brief statement, she communicated the harsh realities of her treatment — the nausea, fatigue, and emotional toll that accompany aggressive chemotherapy — while simultaneously highlighting her unwavering courage and ability to find joy amidst adversity.

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