Kate Garraway looking upset and Derek in hospital
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Kate Garraway issues emotional statement on first anniversary of husband Derek Draper’s death

Derek died last January following a long battle with Covid-19 complications

Good Morning Britain presenter Kate Garraway has made a heartbreaking confession on the first anniversary of Derek Draper’s death.

On today’s (January 3) episode of GMB, an emotional Kate reflected on the death of her husband due to Covid-related health issues last year.

The broadcaster, who has been vocal about her “excessive and unpayable debt”, used the opportunity to discuss funding for adult social care, as she continues to struggle with her finances after Derek’s tragic death.

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Kate Garraway emotional on Good Morning Britain
Kate Garraway reflects on Derek’s passing a year ago (Credit: ITV)

Kate Garraway breaks silence on Derek Draper’s death anniversary

The GMB presenter said that today is “relevant” to her, as it marks the first anniversary of Derek’s death. “I’m thinking about the situation with Derek,” she said.

The 57-year-old host later spoke about the debt from caring for her husband when he was in poor health. She’

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Kate Garraway with her late husband Derek Draper

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Derek Draper speaking in ITV documentary, Derek's Story

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