ITV Good Morning Britain viewers emotional as Deal Or No Deal star with life-limiting disease breaks down in tears

If the excitement has kept you awake and you're up early on Christmas day, the TV may already be on and if so, you may be surprised to see that Good Morning Britain and Lorraine is on the air like it usually is early in the morning on weekdays.

Kate Garraway's co-star has shared a worrying update about Derek Draper, saying he "is not in a good way". Her colleague, Smooth FM Breakfast presenter Jenni Falconer, spoke to listeners on Tuesday morning, 19 December, just days after Derek was rushed to hospital following a heart attack and is said to be fighting for his life. It's been nearly four years since Derek fell ill with Coronavirus, as reported in the Mirror.

Kate Garraway's Good Morning Britain's co-stars sent her an emotional message as they returned to air after it was revealed her husband was again fighting for his life. Derek Draper, a former Labour lobbyist, contracted coronavirus in March 2020 and was taken to the hospital where he was put in an induced coma.

Stephen Mulhern, one of the UK's most adored and respected TV presenters, has a lavish home life in London.The Deal or No Deal star started his career in children's entertainment programmes and gradually rose to become one of the country's top comedians. He made a big name for himself on shows like Ant and Dec's Saturday Night Takeaway and Catchphrase, becoming a household name and forming close friendships with some of the biggest names in showbiz.

Ben Shephard, the popular ITV presenter, shared a lovely photo with his wife Annie while celebrating his 49th birthday in Richmond, south west London. He wrote: "Feeling very spoiled having had a lovely birthday with the family and from all your messages! Thank you!! "No idea where the time has gone or is going, but as you can see from the cards the family certainly aren't letting me age quietly!!" He also cleared up any confusion about his age, saying: "By the way don't be confused by my cards - I'm not 50 or 60 that's my boys winding me up! I'm still clinging onto my 49th year!!! #thegoodthebadandtheoldbugger." His friends and fans, including ITV colleague Lorraine Kelly, were quick to send him birthday wishes as she wrote: "Happy 21st you scrumptious, glorious, cute as a button angel child ." Susanna Reid commented: "Happy Birthday! How many ages are you today", while Gaby Roslin shared: "Happy Birthday to you wonderful good kind Ben, one of the loveliest people on the planet!".

Susanna Reid has signed off from Good Morning Britain until next year, having announced she's taking an extended break to celebrate Christmas with her loved ones.The TV presenter, who celebrated her 53rd birthday on 10 December, fronted her final episode of GMB on Wednesday, 13 December alongside co-host Ed Balls, with the pair joined by guests including Stephen Fry. Susanna, who typically hosts the ITV show Monday to Wednesday, announced her departure at the end of Wednesday's show as she wished TV viewers a happy Christmas. "I would just like to say a huge Happy Christmas to you all.Thank you so much for watching this year.

Ben Shephard has taken to Instagram to share a rare selfie with his wife as he celebrates his birthday but fans are shocked to find out the presenter's real age.

I'm A Celebrity... Get Me Out Of Here! star Nigel Farage has addressed the reports that he was paid a massive £1.5million just to take part on this year's edition of the ITV reality show, insisting that he doesn't know what's "wrong" with pocketing that kind of cash. The former MEP and hotly-debated Brexit politician, 59, was one of the most divisive characters to enter the jungle this year, joining the likes of This Morning presenter Josie Gibson, JLS singer Marvin Humes and winner Sam Thompson.

I'm a Celebrity fans have been left "in tears" following Tony Bellew's heartbreaking admission on Good Morning Britain.

Nigel Farage hit back at presenter Ed Balls after appearing on Good Morning Britain on Monday (Dec 11) following his stint on I'm A Celebrity... Get Me Out Of Here. The former UKIP leader made the final of the 23rd series of the ITV show, and ended up coming third place behind pro boxer Tony Bellow who came second, and former Made in Chelsea star Sam Thompson who took the crown.

Ben Shephard has made a sweet gesture to a Deal Or No Deal contestant who became emotional during an appearance on Good Morning Britain.

Ben Shephard has made a heartwarming gesture to the Deal or No Deal contestant who captured the nation’s hearts after winning just £5 on the show. Brad Wale appeared on the Stephen Mulhern-fronted game show last week, when he opened up on being diagnosed with Motor Neurone Disease - a life-limiting condition that affects the brain and nerves. His story struck a chord with viewers, particularly after he walked away from the ITV show with just £5.

Kate Garraway was told 'we all saw it' after confessing to suffering an 'underwear' blunder on Good Morning Britain. The presenter was back fronting the show on Friday (December 8) alongside Ben Shephard

Emmerdale fans were left fuming at Gus after he threatened Rhona over baby Ivy. As viewers of the ITV soap know, Gus used the embryos frozen by him and ex-wife Rhona years ago to start a family with his now-wife Lucy, despite Rhona saying he couldn't.

Nella Rose was back on TV screens days after leaving the jungle after pulling out of her first post-I'm A Celebrity... Get Me Out of Here interview. During Monday night's (December 4) instalment of jungle action, hosts Ant McPartlin and Dec Donnelly headed into camp to reveal the results of the latest 'vote to save'.

Rod Stewart - who recently collaborated with Jools Holland on a new album - has called out Prime Minister Rishi Sunak regarding MRI scans.

Rylan Clark has left his fans with 'no words' as he gave them the first glimpse at his upcoming one-off special with a music icon. It was revealed last month that the radio and TV star will front his own show alongside none other than Cher.

Nella Rose has decided against appearing on Lorraine for her first interview following her eviction from I'm A Celebrity... Get Me Out Of Here! On Monday night, I'm A Celeb hosts Ant and Dec announced that Nella had received the fewest votes, making her the second celebrity axed from the jungle-based reality show. Typically, celebrities will appear on other ITV shows such as Good Morning Britain or Lorraine in their first chat following their exit, with Nella scheduled for an interview with Lorraine Kelly.

Susanna Reid has slammed calls for ITV to sack her Good Morning Britain co-host Richard Madeley. Last month, Richard, 67, was forced to apologise after asking British-Palestinian MP Layla Moran if she was aware of Hamas' plans to conduct their terror attack in Israel before it happened. Richard asked the MP if there was "any word on the street" before Hama attacked Israel on October 7.

Good Morning Britain returned to screens on Wednesday morning as hosts Richard Madeley and Susanna Reid discussed the latest headlines across the country with a central focus on the Royal Family following the latest bombshell revelations.