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.
Kate spent Christmas by Derek's side as he fought for his life following a massive heart attack last month, reports The Mirror.
She put her TV and radio work on hold to stay by her husband's bedside, preparing their children for a different kind of festive season due to their father's serious illness.