The family of the late TV doctor Michael Mosley marked the first anniversary of his death with a poignant message, describing the past year as “the hardest of our lives.”
Mosley, 67, passed away last June after being reported missing during a holiday on the Greek island of Symi.
He was widely recognized for his impactful work in television and radio, and his numerous publications on health and nutrition.
“It’s hard to believe a year has passed since we lost Michael,” his widow, Clare, shared on Instagram. “His warmth, laughter, boundless curiosity, and deep love for our family are missed every day.”
The message continued: “This past year has been the most challenging of our lives. Coping with the loss of someone so integral to our family has profoundly altered everything.
“His absence is felt in both significant and small moments. However, we’ve also experienced incredible support.”
The family expressed gratitude for the “outpouring of love, stories, and memories” shared online, stating that this support “meant more than words can express”.
“We find comfort knowing how many lives Michael touched—not only through his work, but also through his kindness, humor, and unwavering dedication to helping people live healthier, longer lives.”
Last month, the family established the Michael Mosley Memorial Research Fund, which will support a dedicated research scientist focused on improving the nation’s metabolic health.
In partnership with King’s College London and the Chronic Disease Research Foundation, a clinical research fellowship will be created in his honor.
The family statement concluded: “As a family, we are striving to move forward. To continue the work Michael was so passionate about. To live with purpose and joy, as he would have wished.”
Mosley was best known for hosting BBC Radio 4’s *Just One Thing*, and popular TV series including *Trust Me, I’m A Doctor*, *The Truth about Exercise*, and *Lose a Stone in 21 Days*.
In their anniversary message, Mrs. Mosley and her family thanked “everyone who has offered support, shared their grief, and provided compassionate solace.”
They added: “Your messages, letters, and acts of remembrance have sustained us through the darkest times.”
Following a walk on Symi, Mosley went missing, prompting a large-scale search and rescue operation. His body was recovered after four days.
In December, a coroner concluded the cause of death was “indeterminate,” but “most likely attributable to heatstroke (accidental) or an unidentified pathological cause”.
Beyond his broadcasting career, Mosley wrote a column for the *Daily Mail* and authored books on intermittent fasting, including works on the 5:2 diet and The Fast 800 diet.
His son, Dr. Jack Mosley, who collaborated with his father on research including studies on Ozempic, has also published a book on weight loss and nutrition.
The BBC paid tribute to Mosley in July 2024 with a dedicated day of programming, encouraging viewers and listeners to undertake “just one thing” to improve their well-being.
His widow accepted the Hall of Fame award at the British Podcast Awards on his behalf in September 2024.
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