Inside Kate Garraway's husband Derek Drapers long Covid battle as he takes 'turn for the worse'

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

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.

Kate Garraway has spoken out for the first time after her husband Derek Draper took a "very serious" turn for the worse in hospital.

Kate Garraway has taken to social media to congratulate one of ITV's resident doctors, Amir Khan, on his honorary doctorate.MORE: Kate Garraway's husband Derek Draper takes 'serious turn for the worse'The medic took to Twitter on Thursday to share the news in a tweet that read: "Okay so this is exciting, I've been awarded an honorary doctorate in health from University of Bradford for services to health education and the work I've done with the students!"WATCH: Ben Shephard addresses Kate Garraway's absence from showUpon seeing the post, Good Morning Britain's Kate responded by writing: "Amazing and so deserved x." To which, Dr Amir replied: "Thank you so much x."MORE: Ben Shephard breaks silence after Kate Garraway cancels GMB job to care for Derek DraperREAD: Kate Garraway on marriage with husband Derek: 'So much has changed'Kate's response comes as it was revealed that her COVID-stricken husband had been rushed to hospital after "taking a serious turn".She was forced to miss GMB this week, with her co-hosts Ben Shephard and Charlotte Hawkins sending their love. Charlotte explained: "Kate's taken some time out to be with Derek at the moment so we are sending lots of love.

Lorraine Kelly has said an emotional tribute to Kate Garraway as her husband Derek Draper has been readmitted to hospital.

GOOD Morning Britain's Ben Shephard is sending "lots of love" to co-star Kate Garraway after she pulled out of hosting this week to be at her ill husband Derek Draper's bedside. Former political adviser Derek nearly died multiple times from Covid complications during his two year battle with the illness and has been receiving round the clock care at home as he continues his recovery.

Kate Garraway's ITV co-stars have shown their support for the presenter after she 'pulled out' of hosting duties on Good Morning Britain. The 55-year-old usually hosts the news show every Thursday and Friday alongside Ben Shephard but on Thursday (July 21) she was replaced by Charlotte Hawkins.

Kate Garraway during Thursday’s instalment (July 21) of Good Morning Britain as her husband Derek Draper remains in hospital.The mum-of-two usually hosts the ITV breakfast show alongside TV hunk Ben Shephard on Thursday and Friday, but fans were left sorely disappointed this week. Loving wife, Kate, skipped the show this week as she continues to support her partner who is battling the lasting effects of Covid-19 and their young family.It comes after Derek 54, was rushed back to hospital earlier this month after the former political advisor took a “serious turn for the worse”.The doting dad spent 13 months in hospital after he first contracted the deadly virus at the beginning of 2020 which has dramatically damaged his vital organs and left him unable to fully communicate.This is a live TV story and is being constantly updated.

ITV has responded to reports Kate Garraway has been forced to 'pull out' of hosting duties on Good Morning Britain. The presenter is usually seen by viewers on the ITV news programme every Thursday and Friday alongside co-host Ben Shephard.

Kate Garraway has rushed to the side of her husband Derek Draper amid reports he has taken a "serious turn for the worse".MORE: Kate Garraway and Susanna Reid reveal major night out mishapAs a result, the TV star has pulled out of her presenting duties on Good Morning Britain this week to be close to Derek. WATCH: Kate Garraway gives difficult update on Derek Draper's healthA source close to the family told the Mirror that Derek is "seriously unwell", but noted that the family know that Derek is in the possible hands and that Kate is doing everything she can for her husband.READ: GMB's Kate Garraway reaches out to heartbroken family after tragic deathMORE: Kate Garraway on marriage with husband Derek: 'So much has changed'They further added that Derek is absolutely Kate's priority and, as such, her work is taking a back seat for the time being. Kate's husband is said to have taken a "serious turn for the worse"A spokesperson for ITV confirmed: "Kate is taking some time off work over the next few days and is hoping to be back to her normal presenting duties as soon as possible."READ: Kate Garraway finds reason to smile amid Derek's health woesMORE: 11 GMB hosts' magical weddings: Ben Shephard, Christine Lampard and more photosIt comes just a few short weeks after Kate confirmed that Derek had returned to hospital having previously received round-the-clock at-home care.

READ MORE: Tipping Point's Ben Shephard writes lengthy statement of support to 'brave' Kate Garraway after doc about husband Derek Draper The source, close to the family, told The Sun : "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 has worked hard to balance her work life with being a full-time carer for Derek, 54, who has continued to struggle with his mobility and speech, as well as looking after their two children, Darcey, 16, and Billy, 12.

Kate Garraway has had to pull out of presenting Good Morning Britain as her husband Derek Draper has taken a "very serious" turn for the worse.

A new health update regarding Kate Garraway's husband Derek Draper has revealed that he's taken "a very serious turn for the worse". Derek, 54, contracted Covid in 2020, and has suffered ongoing health complications ever since. While he had been receiving care at home, reportedly he's since been dashed back to hospital.

Kate Garraway will reportedly not appear on Good Morning Britain this week due to her husband, Derek Draper, being taken to hospital. The TV presenter has become a carer for former political lobbyist Derek, who fell into a coma after testing positive for Covid in March 2020.

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Kate Garraway has been forced to pull out of hosting Good Morning Britain to spend time with her husband Derek Draper in hospital, it has been reported.Kate's 54-year-old husband Derek has been rushed back into hospital as he remains 'seriously ill' following his battle with Covid, according to The Sun.A source allegedly close to the family has said he remains "seriously unwell" and has been receiving specialist care at the hospital.Derek fell into a coma after catching Covid in 2020 and became the country's longest suffering Covid patient following a 13 month stint in hospital.READ MORE:Kate Garraway 'fretful' as husband Derek returns to hospital amid lengthy health battleHe was able to go back home with Kate and their two children - sixteen-year-old Darcey and 12-year-old Billy - but has since been in and out of hospital as his condition has worsened.A source told The Sun: "Derek has been taken back to hospital this morning in a very serious condition."The family are very worried about him but Derek is in the best hands."Kate is by his side and is keeping it together as best she can.