LISTEN: DKS pay tribute to SA radio legend Mark Pilgrim
A man who is loved in the radio industry...
The entire radio fraternity was saddened to hear about the passing of radio personality Mark Pilgrim on Sunday morning.
The renowned radio personality had been battling stage 4 lung cancer since he was diagnosed in March last year.
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During his documented journey, Pilgrim revealed the cancer had spread to his femur, including the base of his spine and lymph nodes.
The 53-year-old veteran took his last breath at home in the company of his fiancé. He is further survived by his two daughters, aged 12 and 10.
To honour Pilgrim's legacy, the Breakfast team paid tribute to the star of our airwaves:
Lloyd Madurai, who is the family spokesperson, had issued a statement and confirmed the death of the radio legend.
"Mark Pilgrim lost his battle with cancer this morning at about 10h45," says Lloyd.
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Lloyd further went on to acknowledge the man who was such a pioneer in the radio industry.
"He fought valiantly to the very end. Mark passed peacefully with his fiancé Adrienne at home and they were together for his last breath.
"His family thank you for being part of his journey, for loving him, celebrating him, and for supporting him always," says Lloyd.
An industry stalwart, Pilgrim's radio career spanned several stations, having sat behind the microphone at 5FM, 94.7 Highveld Stereo, and his last radio home at Hot102.7FM.
He also presented 'Big Brother South Africa'. In 2021, he was inducted into the Radio Awards Hall of Fame for his contribution to the industry.
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