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RIP : Mark Pilgrim's fiancé pays tribute to the man she called home

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Mark Pilgrim's family , friends and colleagues are remembering the radio legend as an "old skool" gentleman , and a devoted father who was the walking embodiment of kindness.

A private memorial service was held for the HOT1027 DJ in Joburg today , after he passed away on Sunday morning at the age of 53 .

Having waged a courageous battle with stage 4 cancer, his fiancé Adrienne was at his side when he took his last breath, and this morning, she paid tribute to the man that she called "home" .

Hot1027's Tara Penny has more...
10 Mar 2023 English South Africa Entertainment News · Documentary

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