December 24th 2024.
Kate Garraway was getting ready to celebrate Christmas without her beloved husband, Derek Draper. It would be her first Christmas without him since he passed away on January 5 at the young age of 56. This was after a long and difficult battle with various health issues, which were caused by him contracting Covid-19. It had been almost a year since Derek's death, but Kate was still in the early stages of her grief, which she described as "raw."
During a pre-recorded Christmas special on Good Morning Britain, Kate shared her feelings about this holiday season without Derek. She admitted that it was still a difficult time for her, saying, "It's very raw, Susanna, to be honest. I mean, this time last year, Derek was still alive, though very sick. We thought it was going to be the toughest Christmas, but we had hope that he would recover. I think I'm still in the early stages of grief. The pain and the feeling are still there."
The trio, Susanna, Kate, and Ed Balls, came together for the festive episode. This was a special and emotional moment for Kate, as she was still grieving the loss of her husband. She announced his death on social media and thanked the medical teams who had worked tirelessly to save him. She also expressed her gratitude for the outpouring of support from her fans and friends during this difficult time.
Kate and Derek were married for almost 20 years and have two children together, Darcey, 18, and Billy, 15. Derek was believed to be Britain's longest-suffering Covid-19 victim, as he had contracted the virus in March 2020, at the beginning of the pandemic. He spent 13 months in the hospital, and even after returning home, he faced numerous health issues related to the virus, including brain inflammation, kidney failure, and damage to his liver and pancreas. He also suffered from heart problems and had a heart attack before his passing.
In September, Kate's children joined her on stage at the National Television Awards as she accepted an award for her documentary, "Kate Garraway: Derek's Story," which chronicled the final year of her husband's life. In her emotional speech, she dedicated the award to Derek and all those who are caring for loved ones. She also called for a better support system for caregivers and promised to continue fighting for them.
The Christmas Day episode of Good Morning Britain will feature special guests, musical performances, and heartwarming reunions. It will be hosted by Susanna, Kate, and Ed Balls, and will air on various channels. If you have a celebrity story to share, you can contact the entertainment team via email or phone. They would love to hear from you.
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