Saturday Kitchen chef Matt Tebbutt has paid tribute to Dave Myers following his death aged 66.
On Thursday it was announced that the Hairy Bikers star had passed away the night before following a battle with cancer.
The chef appeared on the BBC show after taking a few years off following his diagnosis.
Speaking to Alex Jones and Ronan Kemp on The One Show, Matt admitted Dave was the perfect guest on the show and his positive attitude was infectious.
Matt said: “I’m sorry to join you in such sad circumstances, but yeah, it’s good to talk about him.”
Saturday Kitchen chef Matt Tebbutt has paid tribute to Dave Myers following his death aged 66.
On Thursday it was announced that the Hairy Bikers star had passed away the night before following a battle with cancer.
Alex responded: When Dave first told us he had a cancer diagnosis he took time away from work for a couple of years and the first time we saw him on TV was on Saturday Kitchen and the amazing thing about Dave was his constant happiness and positivity. attitude.’
Matt added: “Absolutely, you know what? It’s a pretty grueling start and for him to come in with such kind of positivity, it seemed like he’d been through the mill, let’s not be fooled.”
“He seemed to be dealing with it, but the positivity he still gave off and that kind of desire for life was always contagious and always ready to laugh, always very generous with his time.
“I mean he was the perfect guest, he really was.”
Ronan said: “Al also mentioned it, that this brilliant duo that he was a part of in terms of hairy bikers, I mean, Dave leaves a culinary legacy, what impact has he had on that world?”
Matt replied: ‘I mean, you hit the nail on the head, it was a genuine friendship.’
“A lot of people on TV, as we know, get together and have to create chemistry, but those guys had their space and it was genuine and that’s what translates so well.
‘They made food that people want to eat, they made it relatable, they made it fun and they loved what they made.
Speaking to Alex Jones and Ronan Kemp on The One Show, Matt admitted Dave was the perfect guest on the show and his positive attitude was infectious.
He said: “They made food that people want to eat, they made it relatable, they made it fun and they loved what they made.”
“And it was always infectious, and given the number of shows they did over the years and the number of books they sold, I think it’s kind of a testament to their legacy.”
When Alex asked him what his most lasting personal memory of the two was, Mat said: “I mean, he was down to earth, he was a really lovely guy, very funny, good-hearted, very warm, attractive.
“I mean there’s not enough you can walk away with and also, which is very rare, he was the same on screen as he was off screen and as we know in this industry, that wasn’t always the case.
“But Dave was very like that and having him around made the world brighter and a personality like that makes the days go by faster and there’s not much more you can say.”
Alex and Ronan went on to reveal that the show has received a flood of messages since the tragic news, as fans wrote to Will recalling their fondest memories of the star on TV.
David He died on Wednesday with his family and friends at his side, his colleague and longtime friend Si King revealed.
In his heartbreaking statement, Si said: “Hello everyone, I’m afraid I have some sad news.” Most of you will know that Dave has been battling cancer for the last few years.
‘Last night, February 28, 2024, with Dave’s wife Lili, his family, his close friend David and I at his side, he passed away peacefully at home.
‘Everyone who knew Dave is devastated by his passing. His beloved wife brought him as much happiness as his children, Iza and Sergiu, whom Dave loved as if they were his own.
‘Personally, I’m not sure I can put into words how I feel right now.
‘My best friend is on a journey that I cannot continue for now. I will miss him every day and the bond and friendship we shared for half a lifetime.
‘I wish you the speed of God brother; You are and will continue to be a lighthouse in this world. See you on the other side. I love you.’
The beloved duo met while both working in the film industry (Dave as a makeup artist and Si as a location manager) and were united by their love of food and motorcycles.
Dave, best known as one half of the Hairy Bikers, passed away on Wednesday night with his TV partner Si King and his family by his side after a battle with cancer.
Throughout their career, the best friends have earned a reputation as the friendly faces of TV cooking, with 31 different projects since they first debuted on the BBC in 2006.
The statement continued: ‘I know Dave and his family would like me to thank everyone who has sent messages of support in recent times.
‘It meant a lot to him, his family and the entire team at The Hairy Bikers. Sending you all so much love and gratitude for those simple acts of kindness, generosity, and spirit. We are eternally grateful for them.
‘Can I ask you all for extra kindness and allow Lili, his wife, his family, his close friends and I some time and peace to process our enormous loss? I’m sure I’ll see you all soon.’