Kate Garraway's husband, Derek Draper, has sadly passed away at the age of 56. Derek battled the long-lasting effects of Covid-19, leaving behind a grieving wife and their two children, Darcey and William.
Kate expressed her deep sorrow over the loss, acknowledging her "luck" in sharing her life with him and holding his hand through his final hours.
In a poignant statement, Kate revealed the details of Derek's critical condition, tracing back to a cardiac arrest in December, exacerbated by the lingering damage from his Covid-19 infection in March 2020.
Despite the efforts of medical teams, Derek's health continued to decline, leading to his eventual passing. Kate extended gratitude to the healthcare professionals who fought tirelessly for Derek and made his final moments as comfortable and dignified as possible.
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