Kate Garraway says ITV star Alison Hammond 'texted her everyday' during 'difficult time'

THIS Morning star Alison Hammond has revealed the hilarious moment she thought she’d beaten Ant and Dec at the National Television Awards. NTA viewers have claimed Alison Hammond was "robbed" after rival Ant and Dec won the Best Presenter gong. This Morning star Alison and the Geordie duo were both nominated in the category along with Bradley Walsh.

Alison Hammond has become something of a national treasure in her time as a presenter on some of the nation's biggest and best loved shows. The This Morning host, 47, may have kept fans in stitches as she revealed on today’s show that she thought she won the best presenter award, but that didn’t mean they didn’t think she was deserving of it. When This Morning picked up the gong for Best Daytime Show, viewers were quick to praise the presenter telling her she was deserving of other accolades but was still the “people’s queen with or without the votes”.

Josie Gibson drew the short straw during the latest episode of This Morning as she was sent on a task no one should have to endure 'on a hangover'. The TV star was back on the ITV daytime show on Friday (October 14) but not in the show's studio with hosts Alison Hammond and Dermot O'Leary.

Kate Garraway, 55, confessed that victory was "bittersweet" after yesterday's NTAs win for Caring For Derek, which came top in the Best Authored Documentary category.

Broadcaster and journalist Kate Garraway won the award for Best Authored Documentary at last night's National Television Awards for her documentary Caring for Derek, which followed her struggle of caring for her husband after he contracted a serious case of Covid-19.The win came at a rather bittersweet moment for Kate, 55, as she had earlier shared an update on her husband's health, announcing that he has been admitted to hospital again following complications caused by contracting sepsis earlier this year.Taking to the stage to accept her award the Good Morning Britain presenter thanked her husband for his "incredible fighting spirit" and spoke of the “care crisis”, while praising professional and unpaid carers in the UK for the work they do. Following her win Kate opened up to The Sun as she looked forward to the Christmas season, and how Derek's health my impact how the family celebrate this year.

KATE Garraway, 55, has shared fears that husband Derek Draper won’t be home in time for Christmas. The star, who stunned as she attended the NTAs last night with her 16-year-old daughter Darcey, has recently felt yet more heartache as Derek was taken to hospital with ‘life threatening sepsis.’ Looking ahead to the potential of a Christmas with her husband at home, Kate told The Sun: “Hopefully Derek will be home before.

Alison Hammond and Dermot O'Leary tackled their late night head-on as they continued the National Television Awards celebrations on This Morning. The hosting duo were back at the helm of the ITV daytime show on Friday morning (October 14) after the popular programme won big at the glittering showbiz ceremony.

Bradley Walsh has addressed rumours he and his son Barney will host the Gladiators reboot.Last month, sources claimed The Chase presenter, 62, and his eldest son will present the BBC revival of the classic challenge series when it hits screens next year.Appearing on Friday's episode (October 14) of This Morning, Bradley addressed rumours of his involvement with the show.READ MORE: ITV's Bradley Walsh and son Barney 'lined up to host Gladiators revival for BBC'Speaking to presenters Alison Hammond and Dermot O'Leary, The Larkins star was asked if the claims were true.Bradley cryptically replied: "We've heard all about that too. "We've got no idea.

Alison Hammond and Dermot O'Leary opened today's This Morning by celebrating the show's win at last night's National Television Awards, the 12th in a row for the popular morning show. The pair showed off their iconic dance moves amid a shower of confetti as Alison, 47, thanked viewers, saying: "We are so very very grateful. You are officially watching Britain’s best daytime show everyone! Thank you so much for voting.” “I think I speak for all of us when I say, ‘I don’t want to go to school today mum,'" joked Dermot, 49, who was still rather tired following last night's celebrations.

Kate Garraway took home the award for Authored Documentary at Thursday's National Television Awards as her family was recognised for the film Kate Garraway: Caring for Derek.The presenter, 55, and her daughter, 16, were visibly stunned to win the accolade as they took to the stage together with the documentary crew to make a speech. On stage, Kate thanked her husband Derek Draper for his “incredible fighting spirit” and spoke of the “care crisis” during her acceptance speech, praising professional and unpaid carers in the UK for the work they do. Kate said: “Well, I really didn’t expect this.

KATE Garraway made a massive blunder on Good Morning Britain after winning a National Television Award last night. The 55-year-old was up bright and early for today's episode of the ITV breakfast show. Kate, 55, attended the annual event at London's Wembley Arena on Thursday evening alongside her daughter Darcy, 16.

This Morning hosts Alison Hammond and Dermot O'Leary celebrated the show's big NTAs win with a shower of confetti during the latest show.The ITV programme collected the gong for best daytime series at the awards bash on Thursday evening for the fifth year in a row.Opening Friday's episode (October 14), Alison and Dermot rang the victory in in style by dancing in a shower of confetti.READ MORE: ITV fans accuse This Morning's NTAs win of being 'total fix' after queue-gate furyAlison said: "We are so very very grateful. You are officially watching Britain’s best daytime show everyone! Thank you so much for voting."She also revealed her awkward mix-up in her seat, saying: "“I’ll be honest with you, you were the funniest partner, you sat next to me all yesterday and you just made me laugh throughout the whole show. But the funniest moment was - obviously I was up for an award - and I heard ‘Ant and Dec’ being called but I heard ‘Alison’.

Paddy McGuinness shared how he spent his evening after skipping the National Television Awards. The Bolton-born TV star was nowhere to be seen as his ex-wife Christine looked stunning as she walked the red carpet ahead of the showbiz ceremony on Thursday evening (October 13).

Dermot O'Leary was seen taking a moment to grab a photo while he was on stage with his This Morning co-stars at the National Television Awards. And he's actually shared the moment he captured on Instagram while paying tribute to his 'scream Queen' Alison Hammond.

It was a star studded evening last night at the National Television Awards (October 13) which took place in Wembley's OVO Arena, London. Emmerdale, Strictly and the likes of Martin Lewis all won TV recognition and This Morning's Friday host Alison Hammond was up against Ant McPartlin and Declan Donnelly for Best Presenter.

Holly Willoughby reportedly snuck out of the National Television Awards early after she and Phillip Schofield faced further backlash for their queue-jumping scandal.The presenters were booed as This Morning picked up the gong for Best Daytime Series, while their co-star Alison Hammond received huge cheers.Holly, 41, put a brave face on at the event inside Wembley's OVO Arena on Thursday evening but was later seen making an early exit.READ MORE:NTA audience including Holly and Phil listen as Lenny Henry makes Queue-Gate swipeAn onlooker told The Sun: "Holly picked up her award for Best Daytime and then left 30 minutes after."Normally she stays around for a drink with Phil and the team but she did an Irish exit."She was seen leaving the ceremony and getting into a car outside just after 10pm."Amid a wave of cheers and applause following the This Morning team's victory, Holly and Phil are reported to have received "very loud" boos.Last month, the stars sparked public outrage over claims they skipped the queue to see the late Queen Elizabeth II lying in state.An audience member added: "The boos in the room were very loud when Holly and Phil were announced as the winners."It was really embarrassing."Judi Love from Loose Women didn't clap either.

Kate Garraway appeared frustrated as she got into a fiery clash with MP Greg Hands during the latest episode of Good Morning Britain.While hosting the ITV show alongside Ben Shephard, the presenters spoke to the Minister of State for Trade policy of the UK.But as they spoke about Prime Minister Liz Truss and the current state of the economy, things became awkward when Kate shouted over the MP during the debate.READ MORE: Kate Garraway says ITV star Alison Hammond 'texted her everyday' during 'difficult time'However fans also believed Greg wasn't a great representation on the early morning programme and took to Twitter to comment on this aspect too.Seeing the heated conversation unfold, one viewer wrote: "Alright Kate, no need to shout."While another said: "Greg Hands squirming on #GMB today, yesterday James Cleverly, earlier this week, Rees Mogg and Terese Coffey. Spineless and self serving who appear to not give one jot about the hardships facing ordinary folk in this country."A third shared: "Greg Hands claims “It’s not unusual” for the Chancellor to be hauled back from an IMF meeting for crisis talks with Prime Minister.

Kate Garraway presented Good Morning Britain on Friday, just hours after winning a National Television Award for her documentary, Caring for Derek.MORE: Kate Garraway gives passionate speech after NTA win amid Derek Draper's hospitalisationThe presenter was praised by her fellow colleagues, Ben Shephard and Charlotte Hawkins, with the duo admitting they were "thrilled" for the mother-of-two.WATCH: Kate Garraway shares hilarious breakfast blunder whilst recording for Smooth radio"We are thrilled to bits for Kate and the family, aren't we, Charlotte?" Ben asked his GMB co-presenter.SEE: 21 best dressed stars at the National Television Awards 2022: from Holly Willoughby to Maya JamaRELATED: This Morning fans react to Holly Willoughby and Phillip Schofield's win at the NTAsHe added: "Thrilled to bits, we were hoping that we could show you the trophy, the National Television Award itself, however, Kate Garraway has lost it," he teased Kate. Kate's daughter joined her onstage as she picked up the awardDefending herself, Kate was quick to clarify: "No I haven't lost it.

Kate Garraway and her husband Derek Draper have been through hell over the last two years, but their battle isn't over.When Derek was hospitalised in March 2020, he became the UK's longest suffering Covid patient after spending 13 months in hospital.Kate and former political advisor Derek have been married for 17 years and doting parents share two children, 16-year-old Darcey and 12-year-old William.READ MORE: Kate Garraway in emotional plea as she says there's 'no end' to Derek Draper's careGMB star Kate documented their heartbreaking health journey in her ITV film Finding Derek, which won Best Documentary at the National Television Awards last year.Now, Kate has won for a second year, taking the Authored Documentary category at the 2022 National Television Awards, showing just how much their story has moved the nation.Daily Star has taken a look back at the couple's heartbreaking health journey.Derek was rushed to hospital on March 30 2020 with serious Covid symptoms - but it wasn't until April 3 when Kate shocked viewers with the news.She explained Derek had experienced headaches, numbness in his hand and severe breathlessness where he struggled to hold his breath for longer than ten seconds.The presenter turned to her colleague Dr Hilary Jones for help and he urged her to phone an ambulance, after which he was rushed to intensive care.He was then placed in a medically-induced coma and remained unconscious for 13 weeks while being treated by hospital staff.Kate stayed by her husband's side and kept her viewers updated about his condition on Good Morning Britain.Derek finally woke up from his coma in July 2020, but he would remain in hospital for many more months.Kate was warned by medics that Derek still had a long