The star revealed her anguish after Derek suffered a “terrifying” turn for the worse in recent weeks and was left “fighting for his life”. 4 Kate Garraway has shared an update on husband Derek Draper’s health following his devastating Covid battle 4 Derek, 54, with his children Darcey and Billy after returning home from hospital last year Devoted Kate, 55, said this afternoon: “Thank you so much for all your messages of support – they really mean the world to me and the whole family. “I’ve taken some time away from @gmb @smoothradio & @garrawaysgoodatuff over the last 3 weeks as Derek’s health took an unexpected and terrifying turn for the worse which landed him back in intensive care and fighting for his life – again.” Kate said Derek, 54, had now stabilized and would resume her duties on Good Morning Britain and Smooth Radio next week. “Thanks to the great nhs teams & his own amazing life force & spirit, Derek – please 🙏 God – is back on the right side now & I look forward to seeing you all again at @gmb from 6am tomorrow & @smoothradio ,” he said. “Hopefully celebrating @lionesses #worldcup win! Love ❤️ & see you in the morning!” Kate’s friends and fans rallied around her, writing: “Sending you and your family positive thoughts and love. It’s the news everyone wanted to hear. ❤️” Another echoed: “This is great news everyone ❤️ thinking of you all xxx” The Sun revealed that Derek had taken a “very serious turn” which forced Kate to pull out of hosting GMB. He faced devastating health problems after contracting Covid at the start of the 2020 pandemic. Kate worked tirelessly looking after him while working her TV and radio jobs, as well as bringing up their two children, Darcy, 16, and Billy, 12. The Sun revealed he had been readmitted to specialist care after a setback in his recovery, according to people close to Kate’s family. A spokesperson for Good Morning Britain told the Sun: “Kate will be taking time off work over the next few days and hopes to return to her normal presenting duties as soon as possible.” 4 Derek before he got sick in 2020Credit: Rex 4 Her husband is again in special care
