Race Across the World star dies year after son

Jo Gardiner, a 61-year-old former contestant from the TV show "Race Across the World," has died of cancer. Her death comes tragically just one year after the passing of her son, who died in a crash. This news highlights a profound personal loss for her family, as it marks the second significant bereavement in a short period. Gardiner's public profile from the reality competition brings attention to her personal struggles with health and grief. The incident is a somber reminder of life's unpredictability and the emotional toll of successive tragedies.