Adrian Szymaniak, a familiar face from season 3 of Poland’s Married at First Sight, has died at 39 after being diagnosed with grade four glioblastoma in July 2025. His family shared the news in an Instagram statement on September 5, saying simply that they need“peace and space to say goodbye to Adrian with love, dignity and silence.”A private funeral will be held for family only, and the family has asked the media to stay away.
Szymaniak’s story resonated far beyond the show. In a February post, he explained that he chose to be grateful for every day, to fight and keep planning for the future, and to share his journey because he believed it could give someone else hope. He leaves behind his wife, Anita Szydłowska, and their two children, and the couple actually met and married through the show that made him known.
Glioblastoma is the most aggressive form of brain cancer, and stories like Adrian’s are a reminder of how quickly life can change. His family’s request for privacy during this time is a simple one to honor. If you followed his journey, what’s one thing his outlook taught you? Share your thoughts in the comments.
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