BBC in huge shake-up across radio and television as they honour Dr Michael Mosley following his tragic death
THE BBC will honour Dr Michael Mosley in huge tribute to the television personality following his tragic death.
Programmes across both television and radio will honour the late television personality, who died aged 67 in tragic circumstances.
Last month, Michael previously went missing on the Greek Island of Symi, after he went for a walk alone along a coastal path in searing heat.
A major search operation was launched before barman Ilias Tsavaris, 38, found the body of the British presenter on rocky ground.
It was just a 30 minute walk from where Dr Mosley was last seen and close to a dangerous cave complex known to locals as “The Abyss”.
For five days, he seemingly disappeared without a trace, prompting a major search operation involving helicopters, divers, firefighters, dogs, and drones.
Now, Michael is to be honoured across multiple BBC schedules on a special dedicated day.
In his memory, the corporation will put on the ‘Just One Thing Day’, named after Michael’s popular Radio 4 podcast.
The audio show saw the health expert reveal his special tips to improve the health of listeners.
He was renowned for his simple, quick, and scientifically proven tricks to help his audience make a lasting change to their lives.
On the programme, he usually tested out one thing himself as he asked for participation and feedback from his loyal fans and followers.
On July 12, BBC Radio 4’s Today will kick off the extensive tribute as they invite guests onto the programme whose lives were changed as a result of his advice.
Anita Rani, 46, will later reflect on Michael’s impact on her own life as she focuses on the benefits that were gained by exercise.
Topics of Just One Thing, such as consumption of oily fish, and the benefits of turmeric will be showcased on The Food Programme.
This is whilst Evan Davies is set to experiment with waking up with a cold shower on PM.
Meanwhile, Front Row will explore how listening to music or playing an instrument could bring a sense of calm to one’s life.
Other personalities such as Tina Daheley from Radio 2, and Craig Charles from Radio 6 Music will also mark the occasion.
Alongside Radio 1, they will both do one thing in a bid to help improve their personal wellbeing in line with the day’s theme.
The former This Morning star was also notable for his appearances on The One Show and Morning Live.
Both TV programmes will air various features to commemorate the incredible legacy of the TV expert.
Mohit Bakaya, director of speech and controller of BBC Radio 4 and 4 Extra gushed over the legacy of the on-air presenter.
He explained: “Michael’s broadcasting changed people’s lives. His Radio 4 podcast inspired so many to take up small, everyday things to improve their health and well-being.
“So we thought it would be fitting to dedicate a day to the impact he had on people’s lives and celebrate his legacy within broadcasting and beyond.”
Mr Bakaya added: “He was a hugely well-liked and widely admired colleague within radio and TV, so it is no surprise that so many programmes across the BBC have been keen to share their support for Michael as part of Just One Thing Day.
“I hope audiences will be similarly inspired to join us to do ‘Just One Thing’ in memory of Michael.”
Just One Thing Day takes place across the BBC on Friday July 12.
Timeline of the search Dr Mosley
WEDNESDAY JUNE 5
- 1.30pm: Dr Mosley decides to walk home alone to his holiday home in the town of Symi after going for a swim at a beach
- 1.50pm: The walk home is said to take around 20 minutes from Saint Nikolaos beach despite the doctor never making it back
- 1.52pm: CCTV catches Dr Mosley walking past a shop in Pedi
- Approx 2.20pm: Witnesses claim to have seen Dr Mosley talking to an elderly man in the town with one other person present
- 2.30pm-5pm: Doc was last seen on a house camera on a treacherous path heading towards the Agia Marina
- 7.30pm: Dr Mosley’s wife, Dr Clare Bailey, raises the alarm and calls cops
THURSDAY JUNE 6
- 10.30am: Police file missing person report and the search gets underway
- 11am: Police appeal for any information
- 2pm: Six firefighters, a vehicle and a drone team were all seen arriving in Symi from Rhodes
- 7pm: Helicopters deployed over the island
- 8pm: First day of the search called off for the night
FRIDAY JUNE 7
- 7am Extra police squadrons, coast guard officials, specially-trained sniffer dogs and military helicopters helped in the search
- 5pm The first CCTV images are released of Dr Mosley with his umbrella near the Blue Corner bar
SATURDAY JUNE 8
- 7am Police launch a search of a new area of around 7km as they step up the hunt
- 10.50am: New CCTV is released showing Mosley leaving Pedi and heading towards mountainous path
- 11am Symi’s mayor says ‘no chance’ search will be called off until he is found
- 12pm Mosley’s wife Clare says the family will ‘not lose hope’ but confesses the last few days have been ‘unbearable’
- 3pm A helicopter joins the search effort in the mountains
SUNDAY JUNE 9
- 10.50am Body found in the search close to caves known as ‘The Abyss’
- 11am Police say they believe the body to be that of Dr Mosley
- 2.50pm Body removed by boat from Symi
- 3.30pm Dr Clare Bailey confirms her ‘wonderful’ husband’s death