MADELEY — Live News A heartfelt tribute from Kate Garraway to her late husband Derek...

Published: 1:55 pm January 8, 2024
Updated: 11:38 am October 8, 2025
Derek Draper: Kate Garraway Announces the Passing of Her Husband at Age 56

A heartfelt tribute from Kate Garraway to her late husband Derek Draper brought Good Morning Britain (GMB) presenter Susanna Reid close to tears during the morning show. Derek Draper, a former lobbyist and political adviser, passed away on Friday, January 5, after enduring long-lasting complications resulting from a battle with COVID-19.

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Draper’s COVID-19 journey began in March 2020 when he fell seriously ill and was placed in a coma, from which he did not awaken until October of the same year. Despite surviving the virus, he suffered severe organ damage and required daily care.

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