Good Morning Britain star Kate Garraway has shared an emotional update after husband Derek Draper was rushed back to intensive care amid his ongoing health battle after Covid. GMB co-host Kate has now told fans Derek took a "frightening turn for the worse".
It left the TV and radio presenter with no option but to put all work commitments on hold as she rushed to be with her partner who she says was once again "fighting for his life".
But Kate was able to share some good news with fans - updating that Derek's condition appears to be improving. In an emotional post on her Instagram page, she thanked fans for all of their support over the past three weeks.
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In the post she said: "Thank you so so much for all your messages of support - they really do mean the world to me & the whole family.
"I have taken some time off @gmb @smoothradio & @garrawaysgoodatuff in the last 3 weeks as Derek’s health took an unexpected & frightening turn for the worse that landed him back in intensive care & fighting for his life - again .
"Thanks to the amazing nhs teams & his own extraordinary life force & spirit Derek -please god - is back on the right side of it now."
She shared that she would be able to return to work from Monday. She said: "I'm so looking forward to seeing you all back on GMB from 6 a.m tomorrow & Smooth Radio - hopefully celebrating Lionesses #worldcup win!"
Friends and fans were swift to flood the post with more messages of support for Kate and Derek. That included from Loose Women star Denise Welch and from her fellow GMB presenter Susanna Reid.
Susanna said: "We love you Kate - so glad Derek is doing better - looking forward to watching you tomorrow morning."
The presenter's husband has been suffering long-term effects ever since contracting Covid in 2020. Former political advisor Derek is the worst-affected living Covid patient in the UK after spending 13 months in hospital.
The dad-of-two returned home but has been unable to fully communicate and has issues with mobility and has struggled with major health problems. Since Derek became ill, Kate has balanced workand family commitments - looking after their two children Darcey, 16, and Billy, 12.
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