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Hairy Bikers' fans 'in bits' minutes into Dave Myers' BBC tribute show

Emotions were running at an all-time high during BBC's The Hairy Bikers: You’ll Never Ride Alone as fans were left 'in bits' as they reflected on Dave Myers' life

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Emotions were running at an all-time high during BBC's The Hairy Bikers: You’ll Never Ride Alone as fans were left 'in bits' as they reflected on Dave Myers' life
Si King celebrates the life of Dave Myers in Barrow-in-Furness
Fans who tuned into The Hairy Bikers: You’ll Never Ride Alone, were left in floods of tears as BBCTwo shared a special tribute show to chef Dave Myers.
The one-off programme reflected on culinary star Dave's life alongside his co-host Si King.
The pair, who were famous for cooking mouth-watering dishes and riding their motorcycles across the worldtogether, were popular amongst fans.
But sadness hit the duo when Dave passed away in February 2024 at the age of 66.
In the tribute programme, Si remembered Dave and gave fans insight into how their partnership was formed.
The emotional programme also followed Si as he led a motorcycle convoy to Dave’s hometown of Barrow-in-Furness.
Meanwhile, archive material, new interviews and unseen behind-the-scenes footage were shown to help celebrate Dave’s extraordinary life.
The BBC show left fans 'in bits' ( Image: BBC) However, viewers couldn't stop the tears from flowing as they were left emotional by the scenes.
Taking to X, formerly known as Twitter, fans shared their thoughts.
One viewer said: "Is anyone watching this Hairy Bikers tribute to Dave on BBC 2?
Another fan wrote: "This is a beautiful tribute to Dave Myers #DaveDaybeen in tears since it started.
Everyone should have a friendship like Dave’s and @sikingofficial."
Emotions were running high amongst viewers ( Image: BBC/South Shore Productions/Jon Boast) A third shared: "What a wonderful programme, beautiful memories and lovely tribute.
only Dave, Si and Lil could do that!!
Look great to following next year's Dave Day!"
A fourth also added: "More than a few tears were shed watching the #HairyBikers special on the BBC tonight.
Dave Myers wasn't just one of England's greatest sons but an out and out legend to people the world over."
The programme gave insight into the duo's lives together ( Image: PA) Earlier this year, Si shared the sad news regarding Dave's death.
Sharing images on Instagram, the star wrote: "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.
The Hairy Bikers: You’ll Never Ride Alone is available to watch on BBC IPlayer.
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