GMB in major host shake-up as Kate Garraway extends leave amid Derek's health battle

Kate Garraway has revealed her husband Derek Draper came down with "severe sepsis" after developing a bad kidney infection.The 55 year old returned to her presenting duties on ITV's Good Morning Britain on 1 August, where she told her co-host Richard Madeley, 66, and viewers exactly what happened to her husband when he was rushed back to hospital several weeks ago. Recalling the exactly date that it happened, which was on 9 July, Kate shared that they were on air when it all went down.

KATE Garraway’s Covid-haunted husband nearly died in hospital from sepsis, The Sun can reveal. Devoted Kate said Derek Draper was left “fighting for his life again” in intensive care.

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".

Kate Garraway, 55, has been very open about her husband Derek Drapers journey since contracting Covid in March 2020.Things seemed to be getting better for the family, however, Kate had to take time away from Good Morning Britain after Derek took an "unexpected and frightening turn".The presenter has broken her silence on the situation and has confirmed her return to work after a three-week absence.Kate took to Instagram to share a sweet picture of her with her two children and Derek before he contracted Covid in 2020.She captioned the picture in view of her 1.1 million followers: "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 three weeks as Derek’s health took an unexpected and frightening turn for the worse that landed him back in intensive care and fighting for his life - again."Thanks to the amazing NHS teams and his own extraordinary life force and spirit Derek -please God - is back on the right side of it now and I'm so looking forward to seeing you all back on @gmb from 6am tomorrow and @smoothradio - hopefully celebrating @lionesses #worldcup win! Love and see you in the morning!"Social media users and friends alike rushed to the comments to share their relief over the heartfelt update, with Derek's health improving.Co-star Susanna Reid said: "We love you Kate - so glad Derek is doing better - looking forward to watching you tomorrow morning."Arlene Phillips added: "Wishing Derek all the good health he needs to come to him."What a fighter, and you @kategarraway have shown the love, devotion and dedication needed to support him."Social media user welljell68 commented: "So

Kate Garraway has given fans an update on her husband Derek Draper's latest health scare after she was forced to take time off work.

READ MORE: Kate Garraway 'fretful' as husband Derek returns to hospital amid lengthy health battleIn her latest update, she explained that Derek had returned to the intensive care unit.Kate told fans: "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."Thankfully, Kate had some better news to share, as she told her fans: "Thanks to the amazing NHS teams & his own extraordinary life force & spirit Derek - please god - is back on the right side of it now and I'm so looking forward to seeing you all back on @gmb from 6 a.m tomorrow & @smoothradio - hopefully celebrating @lionesses #worldcup win!"She added: "Love & see you in the morning!"A source had told The Sun at the time of Kate's extended leave from Good Morning Britain: "Kate is by his side and is keeping it together as best she can. "She’s a total professional and devoted to her work – both on Good Morning Britain and Smooth - but she had no choice but to step away this week to be there with him."Kate’s fans and friends rushed to comment on her latest post, with TV personality Lizzie Cundy writing: “Thinking of you all so much.

Kate Garraway has revealed that her husband Derek Draper is now on the road to recovery after being in intensive care and ‘fighting for his life’ earlier this month.The Good Morning Britain presenter has been absent from presenting duties for the past two weeks to care for her partner, who has struggled with ongoing health issues since falling ill with Covid in March 2020 and subsequently falling into a coma. Derek was initially admitted to hospital after taking an ‘unexpected’ turn, however, Kate has now confirmed that he’s doing much better and that she will be returning to work on Monday.Taking to Twitter, she penned: ‘Thank you so so much for all your messages of support – they really do mean the world.Thank you so so much for all your messages of support – they really do mean the world.

Kate Garraway has issued an update on her husband Derek Draper after he was rushed back to intensive care as he took a "turn for the worse".Taking to Twitter, the 55 year old told her fanbase: "Thank you so so much for all your messages of support - they really do mean the world. "I’ve been off @gmb @smoothradio as Derek’s health took an unexpected & frightening turn for the worse that landed him back in intensive care & fighting for his life - again ." She then gushed over him as she wrote: "Thanks to the extraordinary @nhs teams & his own amazing life force & spirit Derek please [praying hands emoji] god is back on the right side of it now," before revealing she'll be back on Good Morning Britain and Smooth Radio this coming week. Kate added: "Im so looking forward to seeing you all back on @gmb from 6 a.m tomorrow & @smoothradio - hopefully celebrating and @lionesses #worldcup win!" followed by a red heart emoji.

Good Morning Britain's Andi Peters made a rather surprising confession during the latest episode of the hit ITV show as he admitted that he's not allowed to showcase his "nipples" while on TV.The competition host appeared on the show alongside presenters Ranvir Singh and Ben Shephard as he celebrated his 52nd birthday live on air.But when presented with a cake that had a figurine of himself on it, Ben was quick to highlight that his cake showed off his bulging arms.READ MORE: Charlotte Hawkins replaces Kate Garraway on GMB as Derek Draper's health declinesHowever, although Andi was quick to admit that the shirt that he wore in the studio did highlight his biceps too, he wasn't allowed to show his nipples while on the morning programme.Laughing profusely, Andi told viewers that the camera is only allowed to show him from a certain range to avoid his nipples being captured on screen.Looking at the cake, Ranvir said: "The muscles, we've seen them all now because you showed us yourself topless yesterday on the show."Ben chimed: "Not below the nipples though Andi please."Laughing, Andi replied: "Dan the cameraman had strict instructions, nothing below the nipples, the world is not ready for that."But this wasn't the only surprising admission from Andi as fans were also left gobsmacked by his real age.Earlier in the show Ben said: "Andi Peters, did you just slip in that it was your birthday?" Andi replied: "I may have mentioned it was my birthday today, but only very briefly".Presenter Ben then asked how old Andi to which he replied: "31", before revealing he is actually 52 today.Shocked, fans quickly rushed to Twitter to share their thoughts.One person said: "Andi Peters is never 52! Happy birthday x", Another social media

SUSANNA Reid looked amazing as she stepped out for the National Reality TV awards - where she picked up two gongs. The 51-year-old accepted awards for Best Celebrity Personality and Most Inspiring TV Show during the star-studded evening.

Good Morning Britain viewers were shocked when a completely nude model appeared on their screens at the crack of dawn. Presenters Ben Shephard, 47, and Ranvir Singh, 44, welcomed Adrian into the ITV studio who was posing for a life drawing class since the beginning of Thursday morning's instalment (July 28).The segment came as a part of the programme's discussion into whether life drawings should be used to help people's mental health in care homes.READ MORE: GMB in major host shake-up as Kate Garraway extends leave amid Derek's health battleBen and Ranvir also welcomed Isabel, the principal of Hampstead School of Art, who says the benefits of drawing are "incredible" alongside Dr Hilary who says that art therapy has "countless benefits" for older people.Nude model Adrian had nothing but a GMB sign covering his modesty and behind him were four elderly guests who were hard at work with their paint brushes.Taking to social media, several were mortified at the fact they were having to watch a naked man regularly appear on their screens.

Ranvir Singh has revealed that she and her son don’t flush wees down the loo in a bid to save water, but admitted that it can be “slightly uncomfortable” at times. Ranvir, 44, is currently sitting in for Lorraine Kelly and ahead of programme beginning, she chatted with today’s Good Morning Britain hosts, Charlotte Hawkins – who has been sitting in for Kate Garraway as she cares for husband Derek Draper – and Ed Balls. The pair had just been having a debate about water saving amid claims that the UK could soon face a drought, and begged the question of if people should flush their number ones or not.

Kate Garraway will reportedly be absent from Good Morning Britain for the rest of the week after her husband Derek Draper “took a very serious turn for the worse”. Kate, 55, was first spotted to be missing from the popular morning programme last week, with it later coming to light that Derek, 54, had been rushed back to hospital. Derek contracted Covid early on in the pandemic, which has gone on to have life changing effects on the dad-of-two who has suffered a series of health implications ever since.

Kate Garraway has been forced to miss another week off of Good Morning Britain as her husband Derek Draper takes a "very serious turn". Derek, 54, has been battling many major health issues after contracting Covid-19 in March 2020 - with his fate once seemingly hanging on by a thread.

KATE Garraway will be missing from Good Morning Britain for a second week running after her husband Derek's "very serious turn". The popular presenter, 55, has been forced to extend her time off to be by his bedside.

Kate Garraway is reportedly in "survival mode" after her husband, Derek Draper, took a "serious turn for the worse" this month. The TV presenter, 55, previously revealed that her husband, 54, was readmitted to hospital two months ago due to ongoing health complications after he contracted Covid back in 2020.

Kate Garraway is said to be in "survival mode" as the broadcaster is reportedly trying to stay positive amid her husband Derek Draper's health woes.The Good Morning Britain host previously revealed he had been in and out of hospital after falling ill with Covid back in 2020.The former political lobbyist is believed to be one of the UK's longest suffering Covid patients.The 54-year-old was readmitted to hospital two months ago - more than two years since he contracted Covid, with the virus causing major health complications and long-lasting damage to his organs.Kate, 55, recently had to pull out of her appearance on GMB in order to support her family.It has since been reported the on-screen journalist is trying to stay positive despite fears over Derek's health."Kate's been incredibly strong throughout Derek's illness and has remained a pillar of strength for the family despite their entire lives being turned around, but right now she's in pure survival mode and is having to now face the possibility of her worst nightmare coming true if Derek doesn't make it out of this," they revealed.The source added to Closer magazine: "She's hell-bent on staying positive, not only for Derek but for herself and the children too."Express.co.uk has contacted Kate Garraway's representatives for comment.It was recently announced that Kate had stepped away from her broadcasting role in light of her husband's health decline.Since his return from hospital after a 13-month stay, Kate has helped to provide Derek with around-the-clock care following his harrowing battle with the illness.The virus affected Derek's ability to speak and also left him with significant organ damage.Resilient Kate has released a book and two documentaries on Derek's

Good Morning Britain viewers were left rubbing their eyes during the latest edition of the ITV breakfast show.Charlotte Hawkins and Ed Balls woke up the nation with the latest headlines on Monday morning (July 25).They welcomed weather presenter Des Coleman to the studio as regular meteorologist Laura Tobin enjoys her summer holiday break.READ MORE: GMB Ranvir Singh, 44, wows in figure-hugging dress in snap with toyboy boyfriend, 26The huge cast shake-up didn't go unnoticed by viewers watching at home.Taking to Twitter, one fan penned: "What the hell was that weather bulletin all about? Where is Laura Tobin?"Another added: "Where did they get the new weather man from?"A third person posted: "Love Des. He is great.'While a fourth social media user said: "Laura must be taking a break."GMB fans distracted as Laura Tobin replaced on ITV show in major channel shake-up It's not the first time actor, singer and weather presenter Des, 47, has appeared on GMB.He made his debut back in September 2020 and fans will remember he was scolded by former presenter Piers Morgan on his first day.A technical glitch meant Des' weather segment was cut short forcing host Piers to rush to his seat early without having his microphone clipped properly.

Good Morning Britain viewers have found themselves getting a bit irked by an 'unprofessional' habit by host Ben Shephard. The presenter was back at the helm of the ITV news programme on Friday morning (July 22) alongside Charlotte Hawkins. Charlotte is currently standing in for Kate Garraway.

Lorraine Kelly, 62, has reacted to the latest update on Kate Garraway’s husband Derek Draper’s health battle.The ITV star sent her fellow broadcaster some words of support after it was revealed she had to pull out of Good Morning Britain this week to be next to Derek.Meanwhile, Charlotte Hawkins has acted as a temporary replacement for the 55-year-old presenter.Lorraine sent Kate “all of our love” during yesterday's instalment of her programme after it emerged Derek was "seriously unwell”.The Scottish presenter said: “I just wanted to say, we are obviously sending all of our love to our Kate.“I know a lot of you have seen in the newspapers and online that Derek is back in hospital and obviously, you know, battling the effects after Covid."We just want to send our love to them, don't we?"Dr Hilary Jones added: "Absolutely, yes, it's such a difficult situation.“He's going to have ongoing problems but we send all our love to Kate and the family."Lorraine responded: "She's amazing.

Ben Shephard and Charlotte Hawkins were left apologising to Good Morning Britain viewers after a sweary blunder. The presenters were back at the helm of the ITV news programme on Friday (July 22) with Charlotte again stepping in for Kate Garraway who has been forced to take time off due to her husband's ill health.