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Michael Mosley’s wife vows to continue his ‘amazing’ work in touching tribute

Dr Michael Mosley’s wife, has vowed to continue her husband’s work in her first Instagram post since his death.

Dr Mosley was on holiday with his wife on the Greek island of Symi when he went missing after going for a walk on 5 June.

The 67-year-old’s body was found five days later in rocky terrain near to the Agia Marina beach resort following an extensive search effort in searing 40°C heat.

In her first Instagram post since her husband’s death, Dr Clairre Bailey Mosley thanked all those who shared their support for her and her family.

She said: “Thank you all for your wonderfully supportive messages. The outpouring of love from so many people has meant a huge amount to me and my family.

“I’m going to be quiet for a while. I’m sure you will understand. But I will be back here soon. I very much want to continue with the work that gave Michael and myself so much joy and such a sense of purpose.

“Once more thank you so much for respecting my family’s privacy so kindly.

“Michael was an amazing man. Thank you for seeing that too. We miss him so much.”

Dr Bailey’s post was accompanied by an image of her late husband.

After setting off on his walk close to Agia Marina beach without a mobile phone, Dr Mosley was thought to have taken the wrong route and collapsed just yards away.

Greek police later announced that he died of natural causes.

Dr Mosley entered the world of broadcasting after he trained as a doctor, presenting a range of science programmes and films on the BBC, including the series Trust Me, I’m A Doctor, which explored healthcare in Britain.

He is also known for popularising the 5:2 diet, a form of intermittent fasting, through his book The Fast Diet, co-authored with journalist Mimi Spencer.

Dr Michael Mosley on the Greek island of Symi before he went missing.

A wave of tributes poured in from Dr Mosley’s fans and colleagues following his death.

Dr Saleyha Ahsan, who was Dr Mosley’s co-presenter on Trust Me, I’m A Doctor, described him as a “national treasure” and a “hugely talented” man.

She told the BBC that Dr Mosley put her “to ease” while she was doing an on-camera audition for the series.

Dr Ahsan added: “I can now appreciate that’s a one-off, not everyone is able to make other people feel so at ease with lights and cameras in front of them.

“But then to forget about all of that and just to focus on the science, on the story, on the message that we’re trying to get out, is such a talented man, hugely talented.”

Andrew Cohen, head of BBC Studios’ Science Unit, said the death of Dr Mosley left “a huge hole” for the people who “had the privilege of working with” him.

He added that Dr Mosley was “one of the very finest science communicators, as a brilliant programme maker and a unique presenter.

“For all of us in the Science Unit, we have lost the kindest of colleagues, an inspirational creative mind, and a friend to so many.”

BBC chief content officer Charlotte Moore also said that she was “deeply saddened” by Dr Mosley’s death.

She added: “He was a brilliant science broadcaster and programme maker, able to make the most complex subjects simple, but he was also passionate about engaging and entertaining audiences, inspiring us all to live a healthier, fuller life.

“His entertaining and accessible style was enjoyed by audiences around the world and he will be hugely missed by many people not least those fortunate enough to have worked with him at the BBC.”

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