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Daily Mail
28-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Daily Mail
Hairy Biker Dave Myers' widow Liliana reveals how she has 'found her voice' after feeling lost following the death of her late husband - and is even learning to ride a motorcycle on her own
Dave Myers ' widow Liliana has revealed she has 'found her voice' after working on herself following the death of her husband last year. The Hairy Biker, who is best known as part of a cooking double act with Si King, passed away following a two year battle with cancer in February 2024. Liliana, who moved to the UK in 2007 to be with Dave, has spoken openly about her journey with grief after suffering the loss of her husband. In a new post, Lilian spoke about how she has found who she was without her late spouse, which she has spoken about her in new memoir, Dave & Me. The therapist has admitted she felt 'alien' when she moved to the country and leaned on Dave for support, 'loving and caring for him and his career'. From A-list scandals and red carpet mishaps to exclusive pictures and viral moments, subscribe to the Daily Mail's new showbiz newsletter to stay in the loop. However, during a 'transformative perform' she has now had to learn how to cope without Dave and has found herself feeling 'stronger' However, during a 'transformative perform' she has now had to learn how to cope without Dave and has found herself feeling 'stronger'. In a new social media post, Lilian shared picture of herself holding a hard copy of her new book, and wrote: 'I moved homes, countries, changed languages and learned to live a completely different life… all for a man. 'I found myself feeling alien at times, inadequate, not good enough and never had a voice…I wrapped myself around him, loving and caring for him and his career. Then, my man died. 'All of the sudden everything I knew to be comfortable and familiar around collapsed. 'Same time with grieving for my loss, I had to find who I was. And I had to learn to dig deep and recall my strengths, my values, my voice… 'In this painful and transformative process, my voice appeared, at first shy and insecure. Then stronger. 'I wrote a book! Today I received my first hard copy and I'm proud of myself! It's a book about love, loss and resilience. My book! Yes I f***ing can!!!' Part of Lilian's journey has been learning to ride a motorcycle, something she didn't have to do before because Dave would always drive the bike. Recently sharing a picture of herself on a motorbike with a learner plate, Liliana revealed how she had taken steps to get on the roads on her motorbike Recently sharing a picture of herself on a motorbike with a learner plate, Liliana revealed how she had taken steps to get on the roads on her motorbike. She revealed she was taking her theory test, and said: 'Tomorrow is scary as I've got the motorbike theory test. Today I took on the road to see if I can do it. 'Well, it certainly doesn't come natural to me, I've got to work at it. Glad to report I'm still alive and safe. Can't wait to get my full licence, hopefully before Dave Day!' Before he died, she said that Dave had encouraged her to learn to drive a bike on her own among other things he had always done for her. Reflecting on his words, she said: 'When he said: Lil, you should learn how to ride a bike. I said: my love, I have you to do that. We enjoy sharing a bike together too much… 'When he said : you should follow recipes and cook nice food. I said: but my darling, you're cooking for me wonderful food… kitchen is your territory… 'When he said to me: Lil, you should get out there more, explore more on your own… I said: Dave, my life is wrapped around you, I love the experiences we have together and who I am with you… I don't need more. 'How right was he and how wrong was I…. Because when I lost him, I had to learn to do all of those things without him! And it hurts now that I did say no then… 'I'm telling you all these things because this has been a valuable lesson to me, and hopefully you feel inspired to: do, experience, live, love and enjoy everything for yourself, be daring and bold, don't hide behind someone else's dreams. 'Have your own dreams and fulfil them for yourself!' Lili first met the TV personality in 2005, while he was working on location in her native Romania. They became pen pals before establishing a romance, with Myers eventually becoming stepfather to her two children from a former relationship. The final motorbike he rode on The Hairy Bikers was recently sold for a huge five-figure sum, with the proceeds going to two charities. Lili Myers told how she wanted his final motorbike - which featured in the BBC's Hairy Bikers Go West - to go to a good home. The BSA Goldstar went under the hammer at the National Motorcycle Museum near Solihull and sold for a massive £15,800, with the proceedings going to two charities. Of the sale, Lilian told the BBC: 'That bike still has his DNA on it... I really really hope that the person who gets it, loves it.' 'I am really, really happy to see this bike being loved, and I'm sure the person who got it will love it as much as Dave did,' she added. The motorbike was sold to Si Harrison, who was friends with Dave, and the funds will be donated to NSPCC Childline and CancerCare North Lancashire & South Cumbria. Harrison said buying the vehicle meant 'so much' to him and shared his plans to ride it on Dave Day, which sees the biking community gather to remember Myers. 'I couldn't think of a bike that I'd rather be on, and the idea of riding in Dave Day meant so much to me,' he said.
Daily Mirror
21-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Daily Mirror
Widow of late Hairy Biker Dave Myers 'reduces fans to tears' with sad confession
The wife of late Hairy Biker Dave Myers has told of her heartbreak over the loss of her husband, and the things in life she wishes she had done differently while he was alive The heartbroken widow of famed TV chef Dave Myers, who gained fans on the Hairy Bikers series and Strictly Come Dancing, has moved her followers to tears with a poignant tribute over a year after he lost his courageous battle with cancer in February 2024. Posting a tender photo on Facebook, Liliana Myers shared the emotional challenges she's faced since her beloved husband's passing. She reflected on how Dave's absence has forced significant changes in her life, touching deeply on how she has had to adapt since the tragic loss. Liliana shared some of the advice Dave used to give her, writing: "When he said: 'Lil, you should learn how to ride a bike'. I said: 'My love, I have you to do that. We enjoy sharing a bike ride together too much.' "When he said: 'You should follow recipes and cook nice food'. I said: 'But my darling, you're cooking for me wonderful food... kitchen is your territory.' "When he said to me: 'Lil, you should get out there more, explore more on your own.' I said: 'Dave, my life is wrapped around you, I love the experiences we have together and who I am with you... I don't need more.' "How right was he and how wrong was I because, when I lost him, I had to learn to do all of those things without him! And it hurts now that I did say no then. "I'm telling you all these things because this has been a valuable lesson to me, and hopefully you feel inspired to: do, experience, live, love and enjoy everything for yourself, be daring and bold, don't hide behind someone else's dreams. "Have your own dreams and fulfil them for yourself! This picture was taken in times of joy and happiness... a reminder of how life was before everything changed." Her heartfelt words sparked an outpouring of support from fans, with hundreds commenting on the post. Many were visibly moved, with some admitting they were reduced to tears by her emotional message. One fan offered words of comfort, saying: "Keep moving forward knowing that Dave is watching over you, probably chuckling at your muck ups, but he's there. You have the love of 'the Bikers team' and the love of the nation too, always remember that. "It's hard, but you are moving forward and have accomplished so much. Remember to take time for you too, don't feel you have to be strong all the time. There will be times of despair and tears too - let it out. But we are all there for you, no matter what." Another fan replied: "Tears streaming down my face." A third wrote: "He's still with you when you're doing all of those things. So long as you're doing things with him in your heart and mind, you'll carry him with you forever." Meanwhile, a fourth fan commented: "Such a beautiful picture of you both. Also, a beautifully sad reminder of what happens in life. You are a wonderful advocate for everything your wonderful husband stood for." The romantic tale involving one half of The Hairy Bikers, Myers, began when he met his future wife in Romania while filming The Hairy Bikers' Cookbook. He was captivated by the charming hotel worker who would later become his partner. Their connection endured despite the miles separating them, and her trip to the UK saw their friendship blossom into love. His partner warmly reminisced: "I was blown away by one tiny little thing. "He picked me up from the airport. It was about midnight and he opened the fridge and he said, 'What do you want me to cook for you?' "I'd never ever in my life had a man cook for me. So that was the very first thing that just hit me. I was visiting as a friend, but from that moment on my heart just melted." Sadly, Myers passed away at the age of 66, leaving behind a legacy of charm and culinary adventure. Since then, Liliana has expressed the deep sense of loss she feels, receiving an outpouring of support from the public who have shared their condolences online.
BBC News
11-05-2025
- Entertainment
- BBC News
Hairy Biker Dave Myers' make-up artist past explored by Barrow museum
The late Dave Myers' career as a make-up artist who once had the job of painting popstar Adam Ant's trademark white stripe is being explored in a new exhibition about the Hairy Biker's Dock Museum in Barrow-in-Furness has announced it will rebrand to the Dave Museum for the show in June in honour of the chef and presenter who died of cancer last long career a make-up artist before he found fame in front of the camera will be explored through a series of photographs, signed programmes and widow Lili said there were areas of her husband's life that were "unknown beyond his family and friends" and it would be "interesting to make this public". Much of the exhibition will showcase items that have not been seen publicly before, including a motorcycle helmet."I can't think of a better place to have donated some of Dave's most loved possessions to be on show to the public," Mrs Myers said."I've also donated some of his personal clothing, much of it stained by food - you could read a manual of his life from his shirts." The exhibition will also feature photos of Myers as a youngster in manager John Irving said he had known the Hairy Biker for years and "his story is fascinating"."I'm both honoured and excited to have collected all these much loved items from Lili and cannot wait to share his story with the wider public," he said."Everyone knew Dave as a Hairy Biker but there is so much to tell from his life, especially around Barrow."The museum's name will change from 18 to 23 June. Follow BBC Cumbria on X, Facebook, Nextdoor and Instagram.
Daily Mail
29-04-2025
- Entertainment
- Daily Mail
Dave Myers' bereaved wife Lili shares moving update about her life without tragic Hairy Bikers star - 14 months after his death to cancer
The bereaved wife of star Dave Myers has reflected on her personal journey following his death to cancer in 2024. The much-loved TV presenter lost his two-year battle with the illness last February, aged just 66, shortly after filming his final Hairy Bikers episodes with TV co-star and best friend Si King. Myers' heartbroken widow Lili is now preparing to release an emotional memoir, Me & Dave: Life With And Without My Hairy Biker, on June 19. Taking to Facebook ahead of its release on Sunday, hypnotherapist and grief coach Lili - who married the Hairy Bikers star in 2011 - admitted to experiencing 'unbearable' days while coming to terms with his death. She wrote: 'Everybody goes through loss in their lives, it's in our human path, and dealing with it isn't a linear process. It's messy and distressing on many levels. Lili Myers, the bereaved wife of Hairy Bikers star Dave Myers has reflected on her personal journey following his death to cancer in 2024 Myers and wife Lili in 2014. The Hairy Bikers star died in February 2024 following a two-year battle with cancer 'When you're facing loss, you have to reach deeper than your mind can go. 'You have to lean into love, faith, hope, meaning, and purpose — and hold on to them like your life depends on it. 'Some days will feel almost unbearable; others a little lighter. Find what is meaningful for you and hold on to it, because that is what carries you forward.' She added: 'Your responsibility to yourself is to find out who you are in relationship to the world, what makes you unique and what gifts you have to give… and use that as a source of your work. And if you can just keep moving — from one day to the next, and then the next — little by little, a new version of yourself will begin to emerge. Have a blessed Sunday.' Lili first met the TV personality in 2005, while he was working on location in her native Romania. They became pen pals before establishing a romance, with Myers eventually becoming stepfather to her two children from a former relationship. The final motorbike he rode on The Hairy Bikers was recently sold for a huge five-figure sum, with the proceeds going to two charities. Lili Myers told how she wanted his final motorbike - which featured in the BBC's Hairy Bikers Go West - to go to a good home. The BSA Goldstar went under the hammer at the National Motorcycle Museum near Solihull and sold for a massive £15,800, with the proceedings going to two charities. Of the sale, Lilian told the BBC: 'That bike still has his DNA on it... I really really hope that the person who gets it, loves it.' 'I am really, really happy to see this bike being loved, and I'm sure the person who got it will love it as much as Dave did,' she added. The motorbike was sold to Si Harrison, who was friends with Dave, and the funds will be donated to NSPCC Childline and CancerCare North Lancashire & South Cumbria. Harrison said buying the vehicle meant 'so much' to him and shared his plans to ride it on Dave Day, which sees the biking community gather to remember Myers. 'I couldn't think of a bike that I'd rather be on, and the idea of riding in Dave Day meant so much to me,' he said.
BBC News
22-02-2025
- Entertainment
- BBC News
Food award accolade in honour of late Hairy Biker chef Dave Myers
A food award is to be presented in honour of the late TV chef Dave Barrow-born presenter, who died of cancer in February 2024, is to be remembered at the annual Cumbria Food have renamed the night's top prize the Dave Myers Cumbrian Food and Drink Hero trophy after the 66-year-old, who was one half of the Hairy Bikers with Si King. Co-organiser Michaela Robinson-Tate said Myers had been a "very special person". She said the chef had been "proud" of his home county and its "food heritage" and had hosted the first awards event in 2022. This year's event takes place on 20 March at Kendal College and will be hosted by TV chef Matt Tebbutt of BBC's Saturday Kitchen. 'Never be forgotten' Myers' widow Lili said the naming of the trophy "meant the world" to her and knowing how much her late husband was "appreciated".The award will be presented during a gala evening which will be attended by 165 finalists, sponsors and special Robinson-Tate said: "Dave Myers was a very special person and his support of Cumbria and our awards will never be forgotten. "We are proud to name the night's top award after him and are grateful to Lili for supporting the plan."A large-scale charity motorcycle rally, known as Dave Day, is due to return in June. Follow BBC Cumbria on X, Facebook, Nextdoor and Instagram.
