Tragic end to search for television presenter Michael Mosley after body discovered

A four-day search for missing television presenter Dr. Michael Mosley has ended in tragedy after his body was found in a rocky area of the Greek island of Symi, according to police.

The extensive search, utilising aircraft, drones, and sniffer dogs, began after the 67 year old went missing during a holiday with his wife. He was last seen alive on Wednesday, June 5 at 1.30 pm.

State television channel ERT reported that Mosley was found lying face up, with his head on a rock.

Symi Mayor Lefteris Papakalodoukas said the discovery was made after he and others, including journalists from state TV channel ERT, filmed the area from a vessel.

“We analysed the recorded evidence and it was obvious that it was, unfortunately, Mosley,” Papakalodoukas said.

“He was found 10 metres away from the sea, 10-15 metres from his destination, the beach of Agia Marina, between a fence and a path.”

Mosley’s wife, Clare, expressed her devastation over the loss of her husband in a statement issued on her behalf.

“It’s devastating to have lost Michael, my wonderful, funny, kind and brilliant husband. We had an incredibly lucky life together. We loved each other very much,” the statement read.

As news of the tragic discovery broke, fans and those close to Mosley rushed to social media to pay tribute and offer their condolences.

Dr Michael Mosley

He taught us about the importance of wellbeing and taking care of ourselves

And now he’s teaching us how short life can be, and how easily it can be taken from us

In his memory let’s embrace each day & strive to live our best lives fully (and healthily) pic.twitter.com/bohGxbb0c6

— Alison Kriel 💙 #ubuntu #AntiRacist (@AlisonKriel) June 9, 2024

Tragic news about Michael Mosley. He was such an important figure both on and off screen in the BBC science unit, and as a mentor to many of us when we started out in science presenting. And, as many of our colleagues have already said on here, he was a genuinely lovely man. So…

— Brian Cox (@ProfBrianCox) June 9, 2024

Over the years I’d had the great pleasure of interviewing Michael Mosley a few times and I gotta tell you he was a truly generous, curious, warm-hearted man who cared as much about people themselves as the science that could help them. Very sad news. pic.twitter.com/Ah5WmDhf8T

— Marc Fennell (@MarcFennell) June 9, 2024

Across BBC Studios we have been saddened to hear the tragic news about Dr Michael Mosley.

His work with our Science Unit spanned three decades. A brilliant programme maker and presenter, his kindness, sense of humour and inspirational mind will be missed by so many of us. pic.twitter.com/ei4zYXSibR

— BBC Studios (@bbcstudios) June 9, 2024

Greatly saddened by the news about Michael Mosley. He was just as excited about everything off air as on air! I once told him my mum was a big fan and minutes later I sent her this picture, which is now awfully bittersweet. He was only ever a pleasure to deal with and chat to. ❤️ pic.twitter.com/7KN6kI8MPc

— Tim Johns (@timoncheese) June 9, 2024

There’s something particularly sad about the death of Michael Mosley, not just because of the tragic circumstances but because we’ve lost one of a diminishing number of pretty much universally-trusted figures from public life who did a lot of good in educating us about health.

— Tom Hourigan (@TomHourigan) June 9, 2024

Michael Mosley, So sad, I have spent so many hours watching and loving his work!
I was praying for a different outcome!
My love goes out to all his family.

— Martin Kemp (@realmartinkemp) June 9, 2024

RIP mate. A big loss for the world of health. You made quite an impact!
My thoughts are with Clare and the kids.#MichaelMosley pic.twitter.com/4e3WXCiwFK

— Ray Kelly (@raykellyfitness) June 9, 2024

Mosley was a familiar face on television in the United Kingdom for two decades, appearing on programs such the BBC series Trust Me, I’m a Doctor, the BBC’s The One Show and ITV’s This Morning.

Mosley is survived by his wife, along with their three sons—Alex, Jack, and Daniel—and their daughter, Kate.

-with Reuters.