November 21st 2024.
As the morning sun rose, the Good Morning Britain team was ready to start the show. The hosts, Kate Garraway, Susanna Reid, and Richard Madeley, were discussing the topic of Carers Rights Day. Kate, who personally experienced the role of a carer for her late husband Derek Draper during his battle with Covid, was deeply passionate about the topic. Richard, on the other hand, was visibly moved by the discussion and confessed that he was "tearing up" during the segment.
The guest for the day was DJ Naughty Boy, also known as Shahid Khan, who shared his experience of being a carer for his mother who is living with dementia. He opened up about the challenges and rewards of caring for a loved one, especially when it comes to balancing work and care. As the conversation continued, Shahid gifted Kate a book to read, and Susanna asked if they shared a unique bond as carers.
Kate and Shahid hugged, and she expressed her gratitude for his gesture. She then asked him for a hug, to which he happily obliged. The emotional exchange between the two touched Richard, who had to pause and wipe his eyes before continuing with the show. He later revealed that he was a carer for his mother and understood the struggles and love that comes with the role.
Shahid shared that his mother, who has been living with him for six years after suffering from a stroke, is his biggest fan. He dedicated his new album to her, and she always believed in him and his talent. As the discussion continued, Shahid talked about the impact of his mother moving in with him and how it allowed him to take care of her and focus on his music career.
The conversation then shifted to Kate's experience of caring for her husband before he passed away in January. She opened up about how Derek felt like a burden and a failure, despite her constant reassurance and love. She also shared that she allowed cameras to follow her family for three documentaries about Derek's health battles, and her latest documentary, Derek's Story, was his way of speaking up for carers and the care system.
As the show came to an end, the hosts thanked their guests for sharing their experiences and raising awareness about the importance of carers in society. GMB airs on weekdays at 6am on ITV, and the team encourages anyone with a story to share to get in touch with them through their website or by contacting their entertainment team.
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