Hairy Bikers star Dave Myers dies aged 66

Dave Myers, known for his appearance on Hairy Bikers, has passed away at 66 years old. This news comes shortly after he announced his cancer diagnosis less than two years ago.

Si King, a chef who also rides motorcycles, made public the news of his colleague's passing. He stated that Myers passed away this Wednesday while he was beside him, and that he died calmly in his own home.

King revealed in a statement posted on X that his wife, Liliana, together with his close friend David and family were present with him during an eventful time.

The message said that the author would think of the person they are talking about every day and feel the loss of the connection and companionship they had for more than half of their lifetime.

"My best wishes and blessings go out to you, my brother. You will always be a shining light in this world. Until we meet again, take care. Love you."

In May 2022, Myers made the revelation about his cancer diagnosis on the Hairy Bikers - Agony Uncles podcast. However, he refrained from divulging the specific type of cancer he was battling.

During his chemotherapy treatment in 2023, he shared in interviews that he had experienced occasions where he was too weak to stand up and had to abstain from riding his motorbike because of his lack of balance.

The celebrity cook resumed filming near the end of the year and can now be seen on television travelling across the country from Scotland to Devon in the new BBC Two series, Hairy Bikers Go West, which started airing in February.

Before the show was broadcasted, King complimented his co-star by calling them "exceptional". He also stated that this show is one that they will always hold dear to their memories, though that does not mean they won't cherish other shows.

We feel extremely fortunate to have the opportunity to engage in this work and I believe that this particular instance was particularly extraordinary due to Dave's health challenges. Despite these obstacles, he exhibited unwavering determination and a genuine passion for his craft.

It required a tremendous amount of bravery and vitality for him to persist in doing it despite undergoing treatment, which is one of the reasons why Dave and I will always remember it.

At the beginning, Myers had a job as a makeup artist. In 1995, he came across King for the first time on the set of a television drama titled The Gambling Man.

In 2004, they made their very first television appearance on The Hairy Bikers' Cookbook, a show that combined elements of cooking and travel. During this program, they traveled the entire length of Portugal together.

During their friendship and professional partnership of almost three decades, the duo released over 25 books filled with recipes.

Fans were thrilled to see Myers compete on Strictly Come Dancing back in 2013. He was paired with Karen Hauer and successfully lasted until week seven on the popular BBC show.

Ms Hauer responded to the announcement of his passing by using a broken heart emoji while stating "Heartbroken."

She expressed, "Dave, you showed me how to enjoy and approach each day with a positive attitude. Sleep peacefully my beloved companion. I will deeply miss you."

Rachel Riley, who was a part of the same series as Myers, has fond memories of him. She recalls him being a wonderful person who never failed to bring happiness to everyone in the green room after each show.

One of my favorite memories is when Dave, @ashoztd, Nicky Butt, and I snuck into an office Christmas party that was being held at the same hotel where we were staying for the final episode of the show.

'Whenever he was on the screen, it brought more light and joy into our viewing experience.'

Robson Green, famous for his role in The Gambling Man, expressed that his success can be attributed to his friendly smile, infectious laughter, and his sincere affection towards people. These traits serve as a reflection of his enthusiasm for living life to the fullest.

On social media, Green wrote that the person in question made our screens look bright and lively, and his kind and genuine personality motivated everyone who had the pleasure of meeting him, as well as numerous others, to appreciate the small joys of sharing a meal with family and friends.

We hope that David Myers' essence will remain alive in the hearts of all those who were lucky enough to have met him. Rest in Peace, David Myers. Simon, we send you our deepest sympathy during this difficult period.

Great British Bake Off judge Paul Hollywood expressed his condolences, stating that it was "awful news." Meanwhile, TV chef Ainsley Harriott also shared his profound sadness, referring to Myers as "an excellent, compassionate individual who brought immense happiness with his culinary skills" on Instagram.

On X, James Martin expressed that he was deeply saddened and speechless about the loss of a remarkable individual. Andi Oliver also conveyed her sadness upon hearing the news.

Many famous people expressed their condolences on the passing of someone. For instance, Gok Wan, a TV presenter and stylist, expressed that they thought it was a devastating loss. Additionally, Bob Harris, a radio presenter, said that they felt very unhappy upon hearing the news. Alfie Boe, a singer, conveyed their love and support to Myers' loved ones and friends.

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Throughout his profession, Myers appeared in many cooking and travel shows and unique programs alongside his associate King for the BBC.

The BBC's leading content executive, Charlotte Moore expressed deep sadness for the loss of the deceased individual. She conveyed that the entire organization was devastated upon hearing the news.

Dave turned cooking into a wonderful journey filled with happiness and spread that joy to millions of people.

The BBC Food's verified account referred to Myers as an exceptional individual and a highly skilled culinary expert.

Orion Books, the publishers of The Hairy Bikers, described Myers as a person who was incredibly inspiring and remarkably kind.

The business declared in a written message: "Working with Dave was always exciting, and everyone who had the privilege of working with him can confirm he was an amazingly motivating and kind person who put in a lot of effort."