Mark pilgrim, veteran radio and TV presenter, has passed away

written by Savanna Douglas March 5, 2023

Mark Pilgrim has died at 53 after battling stage four lung cancer. According to a statement released by Lloyd Madurai, managing director at HOT 102.7FM, Pilgrim passed away peacefully with his fiance, Adrienne, at his side.

The statement reads:

“Mark Pilgrim has just passed on:

It was with great sadness that I share this news. Our hero and brother and much loved radio personality Mark Pilgrim lost his battle with cancer this morning at 10:45. He fought valiantly to the very end.

Mark passed peacefully with his fiancé Adrienne at home. They were together for his last breath.

The family thank you for being part of his journey. For loving him and for celebrating him and supporting him always.

Mark will be greatly missed by all. May his soul rest in peace.”

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Mark put up a strong battle with cancer for the second time in his life, after receiving a diagnosis of stage 4 lung cancer last year in March 2022. He took the nation along with him on his journey, documenting his battle with cancer in a YouTube series and regularly updating his fans and followers along the way.

Mark fought bravely up until his very last breath. He will be sorely missed by his listeners and fans across the nation and beyond.

We send our condolences to Mark’s wife Adrienne and two daughters Tayla-Jean and Alyssa. Our thoughts are with Mark’s family, friends and coworkers at this difficult time.

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