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Race Across the World pair Mark and Margo recall caring for sister who died of myelofibrosis
In-laws and Race Across the World contestants Mark and Margo say caring for Julia during her illness brought them together, and that her 2022 death and final wish for their continued closeness inspired them to join the series.
Apr 2nd 2026 · United Kingdom
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- Julia, Mark's wife and Margo’s sister, died in 2022 from the rare blood cancer myelofibrosis.
- Mark and Margo were in-laws who did not get along at first but grew closer while caring for Julia.
- Julia's last wish was for them to remain close, which helped motivate their application to Race Across the World.
- Mark says Margo eased his stress on the show and that she gave Julia a renewed will to live during her illness.
Sources
- 'We entered Race Across the World to honour dying wish' www.bbc.com
- New Race Across The World series tests relationships on a global trek to Mongolia www.independent.co.uk
- Race Across the World in-laws Mark and Margo open up about death of wife and sister www.independent.co.uk