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'Race Across The World' Star Passes A Year After Son
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- Jo Gardiner, known for competing in the second season of BBC's Race Across the World, has died at the age of 61 after a long battle with cancer.
- She and her son Sam, who tragically died in a car crash in 2025, were popular contestants on the show, finishing fourth in the Latin America race.
- Gardiner's family described her as fiercely passionate, deeply loved, and a treasured presence in their lives and among her many friends.
- Studio Lambert and the BBC expressed their condolences, highlighting Jo's devotion to her family and her lasting impact on the Race Across the World community.
- Jo Gardiner is remembered as the matriarch of the show's cast, leaving a meaningful legacy through her story and personal strength.
