January 8th 2024.
Kate Garraway has made a heartfelt plea to viewers of Good Morning Britain after the tragic death of her husband, Derek Draper. On Friday, news broke that the 56-year-old had passed away shortly after suffering from cardiac arrest. He had been battling Covid-19 since March 2020, and was Britain's longest-surviving patient with the virus.
The GMB presenter took to the show on Monday, where her colleague Susanna Reid read out a touching statement from Garraway. In the statement, she thanked everyone for the outpouring of support she and her family have received, and for the messages of condolence and strength.
"Hello everyone. Thank you so much for all the wonderful messages that you have sent me. It really does mean so much to me, Darcey, Billy and all of Derek's family," the message began.
Garraway went on to express her gratitude for the support that she and her husband had received, and emphasized how it had been instrumental in sustaining her family through this difficult time. She also acknowledged that many people have gone through similar experiences and sent love and support to them too.
"They are an extraordinary comfort, and I am so lucky to feel connected to you all through these messages at this time when the raw pain of grief can feel so isolating. And that is the wonderful thing, isn’t it, about our Good Morning Britain family? That all of us on the team and all of you watching at home are connected, supporting each other through the challenges of life, knowing that we can also laugh at the fun and joys together that we shared too."
Garraway concluded her statement with a plea for people to hug their loved ones close, in light of her husband's death. She also mentioned that she will be taking some time to heal with her children, before returning to the show soon.
"We are taking time to heal ourselves now that Darcey and Billy know their Daddy is at peace and free from pain and struggle. I shall be thinking of you all until we are reunited very soon. In the meantime, hug your loved ones close. All my love, Kate."
Reid spoke of Garraway's unwavering devotion to her late husband, and how she has used her circumstances to help others. She acknowledged how everyone, from the Royal Family to the country's political leaders, have been touched by Garraway's story.
"It's absolute classic Kate that in a circumstance that is so deeply painful for her and her family, she thinks of absolutely everyone else who might be in the same situation or who has already suffered loss.
"Kate's unwavering devotion to Derek and her determination to help him recover from the devastating consequences of Covid has imprinted itself on everyone who knows her and also the whole nation."
Good Morning Britain and viewers alike continue to offer their support to the Garraway family during this difficult time.
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