GMB's Katy Rickitt sends well wishes to ITV co-star Duncan Wood as fans question absence

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Good Morning Britain’s Katy Rickitt, 37, has sent in a message of support to ITV News Calendar presenter Duncan Wood, after fans noticed he wasn’t in his usual slot.

Duncan broke his silence on his absence today, explaining that he was recovering from some “health issues”.Earlier today, Duncan told his 8,964 Twitter followers: “Hi folks, been away from here for a while and absent from @itvcalendar for a good few weeks. “I’m recovering from some health issues, making progress, and hope to be fit and well soon. “My heartfelt thanks to all the #NHS staff for their help and support.Take care all.”News correspondent Katy sent in her well wishes shortly afterwards.In view of her 20,400 followers she penned: “For all those asking, get well soon lovely, have missed you and will miss you x.”Katy is also a part of the ITV News Calendar team, although she announced last month that she would be leaving the show.

In response to her kind message, Duncan wrote: “So sorry I’m not there for your last shows! Take great care missus! Xx.”ITV News Calendar’s Ben Bason also replied to Duncan’s tweet, writing: “We’ve missed you Duncan - glad to hear you’re on the mend, all the best for a speedy recovery!”Duncan wrote back: “Cheers Ben, keep the good ship going for me!”While ITV news reporter Nick Smith commented: “Best wishes fella!

Sending positivity and a hearty get well soon.”“Wishing you a speedy recovery Duncan,” added ITV presenter Jess Dunsdon.Duncan and Katy worked on ITV News Calendar together, but now the presenter is making the move back over to Good Morning Britain.Katy, who is married to Coronation Street’s Adam Rickitt, explained that her transition had taken a little longer than planned due to the pandemic.