Hairy Biker Dave Myers' Widow Opens Up: 'Guilt' and the Unanswered Questions That Still Haunt Her
The nation mourned the loss of Dave Myers, one half of the beloved Hairy Bikers, earlier this year. Now, his widow, Liliana Orzac, is bravely sharing her heartbreaking journey through grief and guilt in a rare and poignant television interview. In an excerpt from her new memoir, Dave and Me, Liliana, 57, speaks candidly about the immense pain and the lingering questions that continue to surface months after his passing.
Appearing on Lorraine, Liliana revealed the unexpected wave of guilt she’s experienced, a feeling compounded by the sheer speed of Dave’s illness. The Hairy Bikers, known for their infectious enthusiasm for food and travel, had been filming their latest series, The Hairy Bikers Go Greasy, when Dave was diagnosed with pancreatic cancer. The diagnosis came swiftly, and his condition deteriorated rapidly.
“There’s a guilt, absolutely, a massive guilt,” Liliana admitted, her voice thick with emotion. “Did I do enough? Could I have done more? These questions keep circling.” She recounted the relentless cycle of hospital visits, the desperate hope for a positive outcome, and the crushing reality of watching the man she loved slowly slip away.
Dave and Me promises a deeply personal and intimate look at the life of Dave Myers, not just as the celebrated chef and adventurer, but as a devoted husband and friend. The memoir details their unconventional love story, a connection forged through shared passions and mutual respect. Liliana, a Romanian cello player, met Dave while he was working as a production assistant on a television show. Their relationship blossomed despite their different backgrounds and careers, proving that love can transcend boundaries.
The book also delves into Dave’s unwavering passion for food and travel. Liliana paints a vivid picture of their adventures around the globe, from bustling markets in Morocco to remote villages in Vietnam, all fuelled by Dave's insatiable curiosity and desire to share the world's culinary delights with others.
But Dave and Me is more than just a celebration of a life well-lived; it’s a testament to the enduring power of love and the resilience of the human spirit in the face of unimaginable loss. Liliana's willingness to share her story, with all its raw vulnerability and aching honesty, is a gift to those who knew and loved Dave, and a source of comfort to anyone grappling with grief.
Liliana concluded her interview by reflecting on the legacy Dave leaves behind. “He was a force of nature, a truly remarkable man,” she said, a faint smile gracing her lips. “And though he’s gone, his spirit, his passion, and his love for life will live on forever.”
Dave and Me is available now.
