Kate Garraway given ‘as much time off as she needs’ by ITV after husband Derek's death

Kate Garraway is said to be in bits following the passing of her beloved husband Derek Draper with her friends rallying round the star to support her during this time of "grief and absolute sadness", according to a close pal.

Kate Garraway is said to be "broken" after the loss of her husband Derek Draper, which she announced on January 3.The Good Morning Britain presenter, 56, has been on an incredibly difficult journey looking after her husband and the father of her two children Darcey, 17, and Billy, 14, ever since he contracted Covid-19 in March 2020. While former political lobbyist Derek went through ups and downs throughout his medical recovery, he sadly died in hospital on January 3 at the age of 56, after suffering a heart attack before Christmas.

Kate Garraway might have to sell her £4million home following the death of her husband Derek Draper.The Good Morning Britain presenter is said to have forked out a huge amount of money to care for Derek after his battle with Covid left him needing round the clock care. He had spent the last three years in and out of hopsital, and Kate had also paid for two trips to Mexico where Derek had recieved specialised treatment. She also made adjustments to the family home so Derek would be able to leave hospital.

Ben Shephard has shared an emotional update on his Good Morning Britain co-star Kate Garraway, following the tragic death of husband Derek Draper. Ben, 49, returned to GMB on Thursday, 11 January, marking his first show since Derek passed away. He shared a message from Kate, 56, and gave an insight into how she and her two children - Darcey, 17, and Billy, 14 - are coping following Derek's passing in early January.

Kate Garraway has told her Good Morning Britain co-star that she's in a 'strange bubble of numbness' following the death of her husband Derek Draper. The presenter was heartbroken to share the news of Derek's death last Friday, January 5, almost four years after contracting Covid changed their lives.

Lorraine Kelly has said the death of Kate Garraway's husband is 'not fair' as she shared what her ITV co-star 'should do' but 'probably won't' following Derek Draper's death. Good Morning Britain star Kate has been supported by her co-stars after confirming Derek had died, aged 56.

Susanna Reid was left teary eyed after Good Morning Britain paid a heartbreaking tribute to Kate Garraway's late husband Derek Draper.

Kate Garraway has made a statement following the death of her husband Derek Draper, saying "I hope you can forgive me" as she opened up to Good Morning Britain viewers.

Susanna Reid was close to tears as she read out a special message from Kate Garraway to her fans, thanking them for their support after the sad death of her husband, Derek Draper. Derek, 56, was critically ill after suffering a heart attack over the festive period, brought on after he suffered with complications from Covid-19 for the past three years.

Kate Garraway issued an emotional statement on Good Morning Britain following the heartbreaking death of her husband Derek Draper, 56. Derek died on Friday 5 January following a lengthy battle with the complications of coronavirus. Over the festive season, Derek suffered a serious heart attack, with Kate announcing that she and their children Darcey, 17, and son William, 14, were by his side as he took his last breath.

Susanna Reid was left fighting back tears as she returned to screens for the first time on Good Morning Britain since co-star and friend Kate Garraway announced the sad death of her husband. Kate confirmed on Friday (January 5) that Derek Draper had died, aged 56.

Kate Garraway has shared a message with her Good Morning Britain co-stars days after confirming the death of her beloved husband Derek Draper. There was an outpouring of love and support for the presenter on Friday (January 5) when she confirmed Derek had died almost four years after his life changed after contracting coronavirus.

Kate Garraway has shared a heartbreaking message with Good Morning Britain viewers after the tragic death of her husband Derek Draper, which she announced on Friday. In December, it was reported on GMB that he was in “a very serious condition” after suffering a heart attack and on Friday the TV presenter said her beloved husband had passed away at the age of 56.

Piers Morgan has opened up about the moment Kate Garraway told him Derek Draper had passed away after a devastating three year battle with Covid-19. Good Morning Britain host Kate, 56 confirmed on Friday (January 5) that her beloved husband Derek had died aged 56 due to complications after a cardiac arrest in December.

Peter Andre has paid tribute to Kate Garraway following the tragic death of her husband Derek Draper. It was announced on January 5 that the 56-year-old died from COVID-19 complications, almost four years after he first contracted the disease.

Kate Garraway and her family were thrown into turmoil when her husband Derek Draper contracted Covid in March 2021. Derek's long battle with the illness is now well-known, and the Good Morning Britain presenter's courage and unwavering love for her husband has been obvious, right through until his tragic death was announced on Friday, 5 January. Back in December, Kate was forced to cancel all upcoming TV and radio work when Derek sadly suffered a sudden heart attack.

Kate Garraway announced on Friday the heartbreaking news that Derek Draper had passed away at the age of 56 after a lengthy Covid health battle.

Kate Garraway's husband Derek Draper has sadly passed away at the age of 56 after a long battle with Covid-19.The Good Morning Britain presenter shared the heartbreaking news on social media, explaining that Derek was surrounded by loved ones in his final moments. Derek, who was a former political advisor and lobbyist, first went to hospital with the virus in March 2020. He and Kate have two children together, Darcey, 17, and William, 14.

Loose Women star Kaye Adams appeared emotional as the panel spoke about the death of Derek Draper. Kate Garraway announced earlier on Friday (January 5) that her husband had sadly died following an almost four-year battle with his health after contracting Covid in 2020.

Kate Garraway revealed she was with her beloved husband Derek Draper in his final moments as she paid tribute to her "darling husband" following his death at the age of 56.