The family of Michael Mosley has shared a heartfelt tribute on the first anniversary of his death, describing the past year as “the hardest of our lives.”
Mosley, who died at the age of 67 while vacationing with his wife, Dr. Clare Bailey Mosley, on the Greek island of Symi, was widely admired for his groundbreaking work popularizing diets and hosting science programmes.
In an emotional Instagram post, Clare Mosley wrote, “It’s hard to believe that a year has passed since we lost Michael. Not a day goes by without thinking of him – his warmth, his laughter, his endless curiosity about the world, and his deep love for our family.”
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She added, “This past year has been the hardest of our lives. Navigating the loss of someone so central to our hearts and our home has changed everything. We have missed him in the big moments and the small ones. But we have also felt incredibly supported.”
The tribute expressed gratitude for the overwhelming outpouring of love and stories from friends, fans, and colleagues. “The outpouring of love, stories and memories from so many of you has meant more than we can ever say. We have taken real comfort in knowing just how many lives Michael touched – not only through his work but through his kindness, humour, and deep desire to help people live well for longer.”
Clare continued, “Thank you to everyone who has reached out, shared their grief, and carried us with their compassion. Your messages, letters, and acts of remembrance have helped us through the darkest days.”
Looking to the future, she shared the family’s resolve: “We are trying, as a family, to look forward. To carry on the work Michael was so passionate about. To live with purpose and joy, as he would have wanted us to.” The message closed with love and gratitude from Clare and the Mosley family.
In tribute to Michael’s legacy, the family recently launched a research initiative. A new clinical research fellowship, established in partnership with King’s College London and the Chronic Disease Research Foundation (CDRF), aims to advance the nation’s metabolic health. The Michael Mosley Memorial Research Fund will support the appointment of a dedicated research scientist to continue his mission of improving health outcomes.
Michael Mosley gained international fame through his work on BBC and Channel 4 documentaries focused on health and diet. He popularised the 5:2 diet, a form of intermittent fasting, through his best-selling book, The Fast Diet.
His son, Dr. Jack Mosley, a GP registrar, collaborated with Michael on researching weight loss drugs such as Ozempic, Wegovy, Mounjaro, and Zepbound. Jack also authored Food Noise: How Weight Loss Medication And Smart Nutrition Can Silence Your Cravings.
In December 2024, a coroner ruled Michael Mosley’s death as “indeterminate” and “unascertainable,” suggesting it was likely due to either accidental heatstroke or an unidentified medical cause.
Throughout his career, Mosley hosted BBC Radio 4’s Just One Thing and the BBC series Trust Me, I’m A Doctor, which examined Britain’s healthcare system. Known for his daring experiments, one 2014 documentary saw him ingest tapeworms for six weeks, and in 2015, he demonstrated the nutritional value of blood by making black puddings from his own.
In July 2024, the BBC honoured Michael Mosley with a dedicated day encouraging audiences to take “just one thing” to improve their wellbeing. Additionally, Clare accepted the Hall of Fame Award on his behalf at the British Podcast Awards in September 2024.