Michael Mosley's family says "the hardest in our lives" since his death
Paul Green

Cultural Reporter

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Michael Mosley died a year ago while on vacation on a Greek island

The family of late TV doctor Michael Mosley described the past year as “the hardest life of our lives” in a message on his first anniversary.

Mosley was 67 years old after he disappeared while on vacation in Symi, Greece last June.

He is known for his TV and radio shows and books on health and diet.

"It's hard to believe that it's been a year since we lost Michael," Claire wrote on Instagram. "No day, not thinking about him-his warmth, his laughter, endless curiosity for the world and deep love for our family."

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Dr. Clare Bailey Mosley said the family “is a comforting thing to know how much Michael has”

The information added: “The past year has been the hardest year of our lives. Navigating the loss of those who have lost our core and home in our hearts has changed everything.

"We missed him in important moments and in our little moments. But we also felt very supportive."

It goes on to point out how many of you “have the love, stories and memories that come out online” is “more than we can say”.

“We feel very comforted when we know how much Michael has — not only through his work, but through his kindness, humor and deep desire to help people live longer.”

"Continue to work"

Last month, his family announced a new Michael Mosley Memorial Research Fund that will help appoint a dedicated research scientist to help improve the country’s metabolic health.

A clinical research scholarship will be established to honor one's memories in partnership with King's College London and the Chronic Disease Research Foundation.

The family statement continued: "As a family, we are working hard to look forward to it. Michael is very enthusiastic to continue working. Be full of purpose and joy, just like he wants us to do."

Mosley is known for hosting one thing BBC Radio 4 and like the TV series (Clate Me), I am a doctor, exercise the truth and lose the stone in 21 days.

Mrs. Mosley and her family in their first anniversary message, thanked “Everyone reached out to share their sorrow and led us with compassion.”

They noted: “Your message, letters and commemorative acts have helped us in the darkest days.”

The host disappeared after a walk in Symi, whose disappearance sparked a high-profile search effort for emergency services. He found his body four days later.

In December, a coroner said his cause of death was "uncertain", but "probably due to a stroke (accidental) or unidentified pathological cause."

Hall of Fame

In addition to hosting TV and radio shows, Mosley also wrote a column for The Daily Mail and published books on intermittent fasting diets, including through 5:2 diets and a fast 800 diet.

Son, Dr. Jack Mosley, studied drugs including Ozempic, and he also wrote a book on weight loss and nutrition.

The BBC worshipped his father in July 2024 with dedicated programs, and the speakers and audiences at the time encouraged them to do "one thing" to improve their well-being.

His legacy accepted the Hall of Fame Award on behalf of her late husband in September 2024 at the British Podcast Awards.