Adrian Szymaniak, a participant in the Polish edition of Married at First Sight, has passed away at the age of 39.
“With deep sadness, we inform you that Adrian has left us,” read a translated message shared on Szymaniak’s Instagram on Sunday, September 5. The statement highlighted the importance of “silence, closeness, and saying farewell to him with our loved ones” during this challenging time.
According to the obituary, Szymaniak will be remembered in a “private” ceremony, attended solely by his family.
“We kindly request you to honor our decision by not having any media representatives present at the ceremony,” the statement continued. “We also do not permit any photos, recordings, or publication of any ceremony materials by unauthorized individuals.”
The statement further requested, “Please refrain from turning Adrian’s passing and our grief into a media event or an opportunity for content creation. We do not wish for anyone to capitalize on our sorrow. Our priority now is to find peace and space to bid farewell to Adrian with love, dignity, and silence.”
Adrian is survived by his wife, Anita Szydłowska, and their two children. The family expressed gratitude to those who respected their “will [and] privacy” during this “particularly difficult time.”
Adrian Szymaniak and his wife, Anita. Courtesy of Adrian Szymaniak/Instagram
“During this very difficult time, we also kindly ask you to refrain from sending personal condolences, calls, or messages,” the family concluded. “We need silence, peace, and space to navigate this period with our loved ones. Thank you for understanding and respecting our need for privacy.”
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Szymaniak, who met Szydłowska during the third season of the international MAFS series, was diagnosed with a grade four glioblastoma in July 2025.
“Not every illness is visible. Perhaps you are unwell. Or maybe someone in your family or circle is battling serious illness, like cancer. You might have passed some of these individuals today without even knowing, as they strive to function, smile, and live,” he shared in a February post in Polish on Instagram. “Many live with their diagnoses for years, fighting quietly or openly.”
He added, “I share my journey because it’s my only choice, but also in the hope it inspires someone. Instead of daily sorrow and regret, I opt to be grateful for each day. Instead of helplessness, I choose to fight and plan for the future.”
