Si King Vows to Honor Hairy Bikers Legacy as He Moves Forward After Losing Dave Myers

Si King, one half of the hugely popular Hairy Bikers duo, has revealed he will forge ahead with solo projects following the devastating loss of his long-time friend and co-host, Dave Myers, who sadly died earlier this year from cancer. The emotional announcement came during a special screening of The Hairy Bikers: You'll Never Ride Alone, a programme airing on December 23 that serves as both a tribute to Myers and a farewell to their cherished collaboration.

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At 58, King reflected on the immense void left by Myers' absence, describing the waves of grief that have defined his year. "Grief comes and goes," he shared. "It's important to honor the Bikers' legacy and to do what I still want to do because Dave was adamant that I should. It's what I would have wanted for him if the roles were reversed."

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The Hairy Bikers series, a staple of British television, will not continue without Myers. King confirmed that while he is embarking on new projects, they will be markedly different, emphasizing the unique bond he shared with his co-host. β€œIt would be different. That was Dave and me. He’s no longer with us, and it’s very important to me that whatever I do reflects that.”

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During the final series of their conversation, Myers' determination shone bright even as he battled cancer. According to King, this is how Myers spoke about his diagnosis: "I was driving on the A1 north, and he rang me. He said, 'King, it's me. I've got something to tell you. Do you want to pull over?' So, I did. That is when he told me he had cancer.

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Despite his diagnosis, Myers was adamant that he continue the show. King admires his co-star for his strength and resilience. "He was determined to get back on the road and the bike, to feel like one of the Hairy Bikers again," he said. "I think that spirit kept him going.

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The upcoming program is not just a tribute to Myers but also a chance for fans to process the loss of a figure who brought joy and inspiration to many. King described the experience as deeply emotional but necessary. "You never want to make a program like that, do you? But it was important to celebrate Dave and what he achieved. It was also a way to give our audience a proper goodbye."

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"That will just happen after decades of friendship built upon good taste," says King, who warmed easily to their long, valued lives about shared values and appreciation. "There was a bond of brotherhood and kindness because we had grown up in different ways. You hustle and hope when you are working-class lads, and that hope brings you together. You feel for each other.

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He remembered how funny Myers was at the times, beginning with his first encounter with his wife, Lil. "It was love at first sight for Dave. I don't know if it was for Lil. She was probably thinking, 'Who are these two?' But I could see it in his eyes. He said, 'I really, really like her.' I replied, 'No kidding. Let's have a drink and talk about it.'

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Despite the heartbreak, King is channeling his energy into new ventures. He has a stage show underway, is opening a takeaway restaurant in Sunderland, has recently finished a book, and is preparing to move house. These projects, he believes, honor the spirit of the Hairy Bikers while allowing him to carve out a new path.

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"Myers was a happy man who lived life to the full," King said. "It's my responsibility to keep his memory and legacy alive, and that of the Hairy Bikers. Dave would want me to carry on having a good time, educating, and entertaining in the only way we ever did."

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He concluded with a beaming nod towards the long, long lasting presence of Myers in his life. "Oh God, yeah. Particularly when they close the M6-that's typical Mischief Myers. In the spirit of the Bikers, he would want me to keep going, to stay edgy and to enjoy every moment. And that's exactly what I intend to do.

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