October 22nd 2024.
In his first television appearance since the passing of his Hairy Bikers co-star and dear friend Dave Myers at the age of 66 in February, Si King has opened up in a heartfelt interview. As he prepares to release their joint cookbook, "The Hairy Bikers: Our Family Favourites," eight months after Myers' death, Si shares that their friendship will never die.
Myers had revealed two years prior that he was undergoing chemotherapy for an unspecified form of cancer, and his passing came as a shock to many. "It's the book that Dave and I started before he passed," Si shares on The One Show. "I really wanted to finish it in his honor. It's filled with all the recipes that have been special to us over the years."
For over 20 years, the iconic duo traveled the country and the world on their bikes, sharing their warm friendship and mutual love for food with the world. They starred in over 30 TV series and specials together, solidifying their partnership and inspiring countless viewers.
Reflecting on his lifelong pal, Si shares, "Just because Dave is no longer with us physically, it doesn't mean we're not still friends. The spirit of our relationship will always be there." He also emphasizes the importance of food in humanity and friendship, calling it a "social glue" that brings people together.
When asked how he's been coping since Myers' passing, Si admits, "It's been a big loss. I'm coping okay, thank you. It's been a big adjustment. But I know Dave would want me to keep pushing on." He also shares his determination to honor the legacy they built together, saying, "I want to look after it because I believe it deserves the respect that Dave and I put into it. And I'm sure there will be new opportunities that come my way."
In a recent article for The Sunday Times, Si revealed that he had been struggling with grief and had even considered leaving everything behind and going on a solo bike trip. "The past few months have been a struggle," he wrote. "There were times when I wanted to just disappear and never come back. And other times, I was overcome with anger at the disease that took my friend away."
But despite his grief, Si is determined to move forward and continue to honor the memories and friendship he shared with Myers. He shares, "I am going to take some time to reflect on the life I had with my best mate and think about how I can move forward."
In a heartbreaking statement on social media, Si announced Myers' passing and expressed his deep pain and loss. "My best friend is on a journey that, for now, I can't follow," he wrote. "I will miss him every day and the bond and friendship we shared over half a lifetime."
As Si continues to honor his friend's memory, fans can catch him on The One Show airing on BBC One every weekday at 7pm. And if you have any celebrity stories, videos, or pictures, make sure to reach out to The Agency entertainment team. They would love to hear from you.
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