Polish Icon Agnieszka Maciąg Dies at 56 After Cancer Battle

Agnieszka Maciąg, beloved Polish model, author, and 90s icon, has died at 56 after a battle with cancer. Her husband, Robert Wolański, announced her passing.
  • Agnieszka Maciąg, a celebrated Polish model, author, and 90s icon, has passed away at the age of 56 after a battle with cancer.
  • The news was shared by her husband, photographer Robert Wolański, in a heart-wrenching social media post.
  • Maciąg was a prominent figure in international fashion and later became a beloved author focusing on spirituality and wellness.
  • She had announced a return of health issues in March, leading her to withdraw from public life.

Agnieszka Maciąg, the revered Polish model, author, and television personality, has died at 56. The news was confirmed by her husband, Robert Wolański, who announced her passing after a courageous battle with cancer.

A Husband’s Heartbreaking Tribute

Wolański shared the devastating news in a deeply personal and moving social media post on Thursday.

“Today my Sun has gone out. The light that changed my life. Gave me Love. Strength. Faith and Trust,” he wrote. “You are the Light now. Be free because you have always loved Freedom. I will always see your eyes full of Love. Your joy and Fullness of Life will live in me forever.”

The emotional tribute captured the profound loss felt by her family and has been met with an outpouring of condolences from the public.

An Icon of the 90s

Agnieszka Maciąg first captured the public’s imagination in the 1990s, becoming one of the most recognizable faces of the decade in Poland. Her successful modeling career wasn’t limited to her home country; she graced international runways in Paris, Milan, New York, and Berlin, working with legendary fashion houses like Lagerfeld and Cerruti.

Beyond the catwalk, Maciąg made her mark on Polish pop culture. She appeared in iconic music videos for the band De Mono, hosted the popular TV show “Siedem pokus” (Seven Temptations), and even released a solo music album titled “Marakesz 5:30.”

A New Chapter in Writing

In recent years, Maciąg transitioned her focus to writing, becoming a successful author. Her books delved into topics of health, spirituality, and personal growth, finding a dedicated audience that followed her journey from fashion icon to wellness guru.

According to reports, Maciąg had previously battled cancer. In March of this year, she shared that her health problems had returned, prompting her to step back from public life to focus on her well-being.

Agnieszka Maciąg is survived by her husband, Robert Wolański, and her two children, son Michał and daughter Helena.