Michael Mosley: TV doctor's final steps on Greek island retraced Michael Mosley was said to be one of the celebrities taking to the dancefloor for this year’s Strictly Come Dancing before his tragic death. The TV doctor who previously discussed the health benefits of dancing, was reportedly approached by the BBC just weeks before heading to the Greek island of Symi . According to MailOnline , Michael told friends he had been invited to star in the beloved competition series for the show’s 20th anniversary.
Although it hasn’t been revealed whether or not he’d signed a contract, he was said to have been excited about the prospects of starring on Strictly. Sadly, Michael died of heat exhaustion last week after sitting down to rest on a rocky slope . Read more: Michael Mosley's wife Clare experiencing 'very unique' sense of grief Michael Mosley was excited by the prospect of being on Strictly (Image: BBC) The 67-year-old’s friend told the outlet: “He told me just the week before last he'd been invited to do Strictly.
” The role was seemingly fitting for Michael, who spoke knowledgeably and enthusiastically about dancing and its physical and mental benefits for the body. During a 2022 episode of his BBC show, Just One Thing , the doctor shared how dancing helps the body and even held the glitterball trophy prize the Strictly winners take home. Michael told viewers: “Dancing undoubtedly improves your fitness.
It has been shown to support your mental health and it can.
