Hairy Bikers star Si King supported by fans as he shares 'fantastic news' weeks after Dave Myers' death
Si King has shared an exciting update with fans following the release of the Hairy Bikers' latest book. The TV star and his late co-star Dave Myers, who passed away in February, worked together on the project, titled Fast and Fresh, which was released in April.
Si, 57, took to Instagram to announce the release of the book in an emotional video last month. He told fans: "Hello everyone, it's Si here. Fast and Fresh from The Hairy Dieters is available tomorrow. Thank you if you pre-ordered, it's hugely appreciated.
“It was a book that Dave and I really loved working on, so yeah there's 80 delicious and easy recipes, easy as I know we're all pushed for time these days. I don't know how that happens but we just aren't we. "It's a lovely book and we had the greatest of joy working on it together. Dave was very proud of it, so here it is. Lots of love to you all."
Si has now shared an update on the book's success, revealing it is has made it to number one in the bestsellers chart. He addressed fans in a video on Instagram as he thanked fans for their support.
"Listen, it's just a massive thank you from me and all the Hairy Bikers team for all your support for Fast and Fresh." He went on: "I've just had the news that we're number one - but not just number one in Food and Drink, we're number one in the bestsellers chart. Thanks for your continued support - honestly it means such a great deal and particularly fitting at the moment... love to you all," he said.
Si captioned the post: “Such fantastic news!!! Don’t forget to get your copy!” Fans were quick to support him in the comments.
“Bless you. You guys are the best. Come on Si, let’s get you back in the saddle when you’re ready, doing the recipes. You could have guest cooks, or guests chatting.. love you both," one person wrote. A second added: “God bless you Si. We miss Dave he will be watching from above in a better place. I really want to see you cooking on the TV , Dave would have wanted that I'm sure. God bless you Rob from Wales.”
A third penned: “Congratulations Si & Dave. Dave is smiling down from heaven I know He’d want you to keep going Si.. let’s have you back on our screens when you feel able.” A fourth wrote: “Congratulations Si you are the best and we miss Dave so much but we know that as painful as it is you will keep his spirit alive. Bless you.”
