Kate Garraway has spoken out for the first time after her husband Derek Draper took a "very serious" turn for the worse in hospital.
06.07.2022 - 20:29 / msn.com
The Sun: "He's OK, he's back in hospital actually, so that's a development. There we are. "It comes after Derek spent more than a year in hospital battling Covid-19 and, later, complications from the deadly virus in 2020.
Derek contracted coronavirus in March 2020 and was hospitalised and later put into an induced coma. READ MORE: Swimmer dies in incident at Devon beachHe suffered with a number of health complications despite beating the virus, which left him with clots in his lungs, holes in his heart and made him diabetic. After more than a year in hospital, Derek returned home in April 2021 to be with his wife Kate and their children Darcey, 16, and Billy, 12.
Derek's health journey and how it impacted his family was explored in two documentaries; Finding Derek and Caring for Derek. The formal political advisor still requires constant care at home. Kate has been there to support her husband throughout the difficult time and has continued to share updates on him.
Earlier this week Kate revealed her husband had lost his medical supplies in the back of a cab. She tweeted an urgent appeal to try and get his medication back as she wrote: "@BC_Lostproperty help!! Have just brought derek home in a mobility black cab from hospital for a weekend visit -& have left a case with all his meds and kit in the front! The driver recognised me but may not know it’s there - please look & get in touch - need urgently!!”Read more: Woman talked down from A30 bridge in CornwallKate later revealed the case had been returned and praised the driver for his help. She said: "It’s been returned! Thanks to all who reached out - the message got to driver lovely Robert who has returned it - phew and thanks to all.
Kate Garraway has spoken out for the first time after her husband Derek Draper took a "very serious" turn for the worse in hospital.
Kate Garraway has taken to social media to congratulate one of ITV's resident doctors, Amir Khan, on his honorary doctorate.MORE: Kate Garraway's husband Derek Draper takes 'serious turn for the worse'The medic took to Twitter on Thursday to share the news in a tweet that read: "Okay so this is exciting, I've been awarded an honorary doctorate in health from University of Bradford for services to health education and the work I've done with the students!"WATCH: Ben Shephard addresses Kate Garraway's absence from showUpon seeing the post, Good Morning Britain's Kate responded by writing: "Amazing and so deserved x." To which, Dr Amir replied: "Thank you so much x."MORE: Ben Shephard breaks silence after Kate Garraway cancels GMB job to care for Derek DraperREAD: Kate Garraway on marriage with husband Derek: 'So much has changed'Kate's response comes as it was revealed that her COVID-stricken husband had been rushed to hospital after "taking a serious turn".She was forced to miss GMB this week, with her co-hosts Ben Shephard and Charlotte Hawkins sending their love. Charlotte explained: "Kate's taken some time out to be with Derek at the moment so we are sending lots of love.
Lorraine Kelly has said an emotional tribute to Kate Garraway as her husband Derek Draper has been readmitted to hospital.
Kate Garraway's ITV co-stars have shown their support for the presenter after she 'pulled out' of hosting duties on Good Morning Britain. The 55-year-old usually hosts the news show every Thursday and Friday alongside Ben Shephard but on Thursday (July 21) she was replaced by Charlotte Hawkins.
ITV has responded to reports Kate Garraway has been forced to 'pull out' of hosting duties on Good Morning Britain. The presenter is usually seen by viewers on the ITV news programme every Thursday and Friday alongside co-host Ben Shephard.
Kate Garraway has rushed to the side of her husband Derek Draper amid reports he has taken a "serious turn for the worse".MORE: Kate Garraway and Susanna Reid reveal major night out mishapAs a result, the TV star has pulled out of her presenting duties on Good Morning Britain this week to be close to Derek. WATCH: Kate Garraway gives difficult update on Derek Draper's healthA source close to the family told the Mirror that Derek is "seriously unwell", but noted that the family know that Derek is in the possible hands and that Kate is doing everything she can for her husband.READ: GMB's Kate Garraway reaches out to heartbroken family after tragic deathMORE: Kate Garraway on marriage with husband Derek: 'So much has changed'They further added that Derek is absolutely Kate's priority and, as such, her work is taking a back seat for the time being. Kate's husband is said to have taken a "serious turn for the worse"A spokesperson for ITV confirmed: "Kate is taking some time off work over the next few days and is hoping to be back to her normal presenting duties as soon as possible."READ: Kate Garraway finds reason to smile amid Derek's health woesMORE: 11 GMB hosts' magical weddings: Ben Shephard, Christine Lampard and more photosIt comes just a few short weeks after Kate confirmed that Derek had returned to hospital having previously received round-the-clock at-home care.
READ MORE: Tipping Point's Ben Shephard writes lengthy statement of support to 'brave' Kate Garraway after doc about husband Derek Draper The source, close to the family, told The Sun : "Kate is by his side and is keeping it together as best she can. She’s a total professional and devoted to her work – both on Good Morning Britain and Smooth – but she had no choice but to step away this week to be there with him. " Kate has worked hard to balance her work life with being a full-time carer for Derek, 54, who has continued to struggle with his mobility and speech, as well as looking after their two children, Darcey, 16, and Billy, 12.
A new health update regarding Kate Garraway's husband Derek Draper has revealed that he's taken "a very serious turn for the worse". Derek, 54, contracted Covid in 2020, and has suffered ongoing health complications ever since. While he had been receiving care at home, reportedly he's since been dashed back to hospital.
Kate Garraway has had to pull out of presenting Good Morning Britain as her husband Derek Draper has taken a "very serious" turn for the worse.
Kate Garraway has revealed that her husband Derek Draper is currently hospitalized and has been "for a bit".MORE: GMB's Kate Garraway reaches out to heartbroken family after tragic deathThe presenter gave an update on her spouse whilst out at the TRIC Awards in London with her fellow GMB co-stars, where they won the award for multi-channel news.WATCH: Kate Garraway finds reason to smile amid Derek's health woes"He has been back in [hospital] for a bit," she told the PA news agency.READ: Kate Garraway on marriage with husband Derek: 'So much has changed'SEE: 11 GMB hosts' magical weddings: Ben Shephard, Christine Lampard and more photosWhile no more details were given, Kate revealed last week that Derek no longer lives at the family home during the week – only visiting at the weekend.
Kate Garraway has confirmed that her husband Derek Draper is back in hospital amid his Covid recovery.The Good Morning Britain presenter, 55, gave an update of husband's health at this afternoon's Tric Awards. She said: "He's okay.
Kate Garraway has given an update on her health-stricken husband Derek Draper as he continues to adjust to a new way of life, following his long spell in intensive care after contracting Covid-19 in 2020. After a drama when she accidentally lost 54 year old Derek's medication and later had it returned over the weekend, Kate revealed that her husband was now back staying in hospital and was apparently visiting home for the weekend only.The GMB presenter took to Twitter on Friday 1 July to make a plea to find Derek's lost medication after she accidentally left it in a black cab in London.
Kate Garraway has sent a heartfelt message to the parents of a teen who tragically passed away this week.MORE: Kate Garraway on marriage with husband Derek: 'So much has changed'The GMB star – a mother of two – reshared a post from Gareth Bellamy, father of Joe, alongside a series of photographs. WATCH: Kate Garraway enjoys fun day out with son BillHis first message in the thread read: "Joe, our love and pride for you as our son will never die, as difficult as it was we had to let you go, returning you safely from where you came from for your well-deserved rest.READ: Kate Garraway finds reason to smile amid Derek's health woesMORE: 11 GMB hosts' magical weddings: Ben Shephard, Christine Lampard and more photos"With all our love, forever, Mum and Dad.