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Mark Pilgrim : The Man Who Showed Us How To Hold Onto That Feeling

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HOT 1027 DJ Mark Pilgrim is being remembered this morning as a one of a kind talent, a devoted father and a warrior who gave a voice to so many cancer survivors , at a time when they felt unseen.

The 53 year old man with the golden voice , the infectious laugh and the enormous smile lost his battle with cancer yesterday morning.

His fiancé was at his side.

HOT1027's Tara Penny has more ....

5 Mar 2023 English South Africa Entertainment News · Documentary

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