Mark Pilgrim
Back to happier times: The late Mark Pilgrim will be remembered at a charity music concert celebrating his favourite music songs. Photo: Twitter

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Mark Pilgrim dies: Fellow DJ Gareth Cliff pays touching tribute

South African radio presenter Mark Pilgrim tragically lost his brave and courageous battle against cancer on Sunday. He was 53. ALSO READ | MARK PILGRIM: 5 FACTS ABOUT SOUTH AFRICA’S MUCH-LOVED DJ Pilgrim had been diagnosed with stage 4 lung cancer, which he revealed in June 2022 had spread to his femur, the base of his spine […]

By Garrin Lambley
05-03-23 12:36
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Mark Pilgrim
Back to happier times: The late Mark Pilgrim will be remembered at a charity music concert celebrating his favourite music songs. Photo: Twitter

South African radio presenter Mark Pilgrim tragically lost his brave and courageous battle against cancer on Sunday.

He was 53.

ALSO READ | MARK PILGRIM: 5 FACTS ABOUT SOUTH AFRICA’S MUCH-LOVED DJ

Pilgrim had been diagnosed with stage 4 lung cancer, which he revealed in June 2022 had spread to his femur, the base of his spine and lymph nodes.

Fellow DJ Gareth Cliff was among the first to pay tribute to Pilgrim, taking to social media to write: “Very sad news of the passing of legendary broadcaster Mark Pilgrim. He fought a tough fight and inspired many in the process…and during his many years on radio. #RIPMark“

The SAPeople website extends its condolences to Pilgrim’s family and friends.

More to follow …

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