Dave Myers, one half of the Hairy Bikers, died in February 2024 after a battle with cancer. Now his widow Liliana Myers has opened up about her “pain” after receiving an unexpected update about her husband
The widow of beloved Hairy Biker Dave Myers has opened up about her heartbreaking “pain”. Myers passed away in February 2024 following a courageous battle with cancer, with the treasured English television chef and presenter having risen to prominence through the Hairy Bikers programme alongside Si King, while also winning hearts during his appearance on Strictly Come Dancing in 2013.
More than two years following his death, his widow Liliana Myers, has opened up about the reality of grief. She posted on Facebook to discuss her “pain” after receiving an unforeseen development concerning her husband. Like many people, she said grief can sometimes continue to hit her at the most unexpected moments.
It’s not the first time she has spoken out either. Previously, she also made a “moving” confession.
Liliana wrote: “And there it is! The trigger. The little thing that pulls us back into the pain, that stab that we try to avoid but we know it’s coming.
“An email telling me Dave’s last TV series is broadcasted on BBC before Christmas. I’ve never watched it because I know what went on behind the filming days. And I don’t think I ever will.”
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She continued: “Grief triggers can catch us off guard, even years later. They can bring tears, tightness in the chest, anger, longing or a sudden feeling of emptiness.
“It doesn’t mean you are going backwards. It doesn’t mean you haven’t healed. Sometimes, a trigger is simply a reminder of how deeply someone was woven into the fabric of your life.
“You cannot always control what brings the pain to the surface, but you can learn to meet yourself with compassion when it does. Pause. Breathe.
“Allow the feeling to be there without judging yourself for having it. I paused. I’m breathing. I’m going through motions and memories.
“I allow. I’m grateful. In grief, we move between these two spaces: the pain of what we have lost and the restoration of how we learn to live without it. Hope this helps someone today.”
Myers died aged 66 in 2024 after fighting cancer. His passing continues to leave thousands of fans heartbroken.
The culinary adventures of The Hairy Bikers kicked off with The Hairy Bikers’ Cookbook, partly filmed in Romania. It was during this trip that Myers encountered the woman who would later become his wife; she was working at a hotel he visited.
Their romance developed gradually as they stayed in touch despite the distance. A subsequent trip to the UK then transformed their connection into something deeper.
Following her heartfelt admission this week, supporters have flooded in to comfort her. Numerous people shared touching messages.
One said: “Sending hugs and thinking of you and Dave. Grief is love with no where to go. You will always love Dave and you will always grieve. It’s hard, but it is a companion that brings with it memories.”
Another added: “Take care Liliana. The depth of grief you’re feeling clearly demonstrates the depth of love you and Dave had for each other.”
A third also commented: “Sending you so much love Liliana. I still have triggers nine years on, but am able to manage them much better now.”
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