Hairy Bikers' Si King in tears as he admits he still expects Dave Myers to call after his death

In an emotional interview, Si King opened up about the passing of his close friend Dave Myers, who died earlier this year at 66 after a cancer diagnosis. Si appeared on 'This Morning' to pay tribute to his "amazing friend" and discussed the profound sense of loss he's been dealing with.

Speaking to hosts Cat Deeley and Ben Shephard, he explained, "The grieving process started quite a long time ago for me when Dave was diagnosed - it was a big diagnosis - and it kind of started then really because it was all about the fight and that's what we concentrated on. Grief is a very individual journey because it's about an emotional adjustment of loss and the things that are no longer tangible, and that's the bit that's odd to get your head around."

He further described the moments of sudden reminder of his friend's absence, saying, "The amount of times I've thought, 'I've not heard from that toerag for ages...' and then I go 'Oh man...' so it's raw for anybody that loses somebody, but there are two things that are certain in life - you begin it, and you end it. The bit in the middle is about what you do with it. Dave loved his life, he lived it to the full and he was joyous to be around."

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Paying touching tribute, Si also commended Dave Myers for his bravery throughout his difficult journey.

"I have way less courage than Dave did because he'd do stuff that I'd say, 'You've gotta be kidding' - like Strictly Come Dancing, for instance, he absolutely loved it! Could he dance? Could he, Nelly! But it was just amazing to watch. It was his heart and soul performance, which is what you always got with Dave. That's who he was," he shared, reports the Mirror.

It was Si who had the sad task of announcing Dave's passing in an emotional Instagram post last February.

At the time, Si took to social media saying: "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 who knew Dave are devastated at his passing. His beloved wife brought him such happiness as did her children, Iza and Sergiu who Dave loved like his own. Personally, I am not sure I can put into words on how I feel at the moment. 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."