Myers has passed away at the age of 66.
Hairy Bikers star Si King has paid an emotional tribute to his “best friend” and long-time colleague Dave Myers, who has passed away aged 66.
Writing on X (formerly Twitter), the TV chef announced that Myers passed away last night (Wednesday 28th February) following a long battle with cancer, writing that “All who knew Dave are devastated at his passing”.
He also wrote a touching personal tribute in which he admitted that he was “not sure I can put into words how I feel at the moment”.
He added: “My best friend is on a journey that for now, I can’t follow. I will miss him every day and the bond and friendship we shared over half a lifetime. I wish you god’s speed brother; you are and will remain a beacon in this world. See you on the other side. Love ya.
“I know Dave and his family would want me to thank all of you who sent messages of support in recent times,” he continued. “It meant the world to him, his family and all The Hairy Bikers team. I am sending you all much love and gratitude for those simple acts of kindness, generosity and spirit. We are eternally grateful for them.”
King closed his statement by asking fans for “one further kindness” in allowing him and Myers’ close family and friends “some peace to process our huge loss”.
He signed off: “I am sure I will see you all soon. Love Si x.”
The post also included a selection of photos of Myers, including two of him and King together.
Hi everyone, I’m afraid I bear some sad news. Most of you will know Dave has been fighting cancer for the past couple of years. Last night, on 28th February 2024, with Lili, Dave’s wife, his family, close friend David and myself by his side, he passed away peacefully at home. All… pic.twitter.com/xqX8V3ihxM
— Hairy Bikers (@HairyBikers) February 29, 2024
King and Myers both had backgrounds in TV production and had been friends since meeting in the 1990s, making their first TV appearance together in the BBC Two series The Hairy Bikers’ Cookbook in 2006.
They went on to host several other successful series, including The Hairy Bikers’ Food Tour of Britain, The Hairy Bikers’ Cook Off, Hairy Bikers: Best of British, The Hairy Bikers’ Comfort Food, and numerous Christmas specials.
The final series they filmed together was the ongoing The Hairy Bikers Go West, which began airing on BBC Two on Tuesday 6th February and continues with its fifth episode next Tuesday (5th March).
In addition to their TV work, King and Myers also released many cookery books together as The Hairy Bikers.
Myers had shared that he was receiving treatment for an unspecified form of cancer in May 2022. He is survived by his wife Liliana Orzac and two step-children, Iza and Sergiu.