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“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,” the statement starts.
“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.”
Breaking News: Legendary and celebrated broadcaster Mark Pilgrim has passed away at the age 53 #MarkPilgrim pic.twitter.com/0JD297bFwa
— EWN Reporter (@ewnreporter) March 5, 2023
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Below Mark speaks about his diagnosis at a very early age:
Here Marks talk about diagnosis of cancer at an early age. #RIPMarkPilgrim pic.twitter.com/FhrZPHPBAH
— Cliff the Reporter (@CliffShiko) March 5, 2023
Social media users who gathered in numbers to comfort Mark during his very public battle while in hospital, have shared their ,messages of condolences to his family.
You fought with all of your heart, Mark. May you now rest peacefully. ❤️🙏🏾 As God welcomes you with open arms, may He also keep your family & loved ones comforted. #RIPMarkPilgrim pic.twitter.com/9oEEKkwKSY
— Boity Thulo (@Boity) March 5, 2023
I hate cancer, rest in peace big soldier Mark you fought until the last day 💔🕊#RIPMarkPilgrim pic.twitter.com/3FaTvpCddy
— BI Phakathi (@biphakathi) March 5, 2023
He fought & remained so positive. Thank you for sharing your last moments with us. Rest in Peace Mark😢 #ripmarkpilgrim https://t.co/f73rNBLImR
— Millicent Mashile (@MillyMashile) March 5, 2023
I was really really rooting for you and hoping youd make it😭😭😭💔💔💔awesome guy you were #RIPMarkPilgrim#RIPMarkPilgrim pic.twitter.com/ixz7kXlTrL
— uNozulu…Mchumane… (@MissSteelo) March 5, 2023
Deeply saddened by the passing of Mark Pilgrim. He gave humanity his best and fought a good fight. Heartfelt condolences to his family, friends, colleagues and fans. May his great soul rest in peace #RIPMark #RIPMarkPilgrim💔🕊 https://t.co/CJiFe4w0OA
— Prof Thuli Madonsela #KindnessBuilds (@ThuliMadonsela3) March 5, 2023
My heart is shattered. Mark Pilgrim has just passed away. My friend, you fought so hard. 💔
— Brent Lindeque (@BrentLindeque) March 5, 2023
So crushed😭 the spirit & soul were willing bt the body was unable to. @MarkPilgrimZA u really fought so hard for ur family, they will cherish this forever💥With the brutality of cancer, the family mourns their loved one whilst alive😭. May God give them healing. RIP Mark Pilgrim pic.twitter.com/2tmdZYN5yL
— 💥💥💫 (@Mmanare_T) March 5, 2023
Mark Pilgrim fought so hard, may his soul rest in peace 🕊️♥️ #RIPMarkPilgrim
— Vuyolwethu Ngcukana (Tshawe,Togu,Mdange ka Tshiwo) (@vuyomse) March 5, 2023
RIP Mark Pilgrim
You, Sir, *lived through illness* till the end.
A great creative and audio legend.
Condolences to friends, family and colleagues.
— Eusebius McKaiser (@Eusebius) March 5, 2023
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