Kate Garraway has left Good Morning Britain fans worried after she was a no-show on the programme, following reports that she made an emergency dash to the hospital.
The telly favourite was replaced by Charlotte Hawkins and Rob Rinder this Friday (July 19), as they filled in for her. The sudden change comes amid claims that Kate has been keeping a vigil at her dad Gordon’s bedside after he reportedly suffered a stroke and heart attack.
After wrapping up Tuesday’s GMB, Kate allegedly bolted from work upon learning her father had taken ill, racing off to Cornwall to be with him. A source told The Sun: “Very sadly, Kate’s father collapsed earlier this week while staying, along with her mum and her brother in Cornwall.
“It was incredibly frightening as he was found unconscious and immediately taken to hospital. It seems likely that he’s had a stroke and possibly a heart attack as well – doctors are still doing tests.”
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The source continued: “He remains in hospital and is currently stable but, understandably, it’s given the whole family a terrible scare and they are praying he can recover.”
Concerned viewers took to social media to express their worries about Kate’s absence, with one tweeting: “Guessing Kate’s off #GMB because of her dad… sending love.”
This heartache follows closely on the heels of the loss of Kate’s husband Derek Draper, who tragically passed away after a long battle with Covid-19. He is survived by Kate and their two children, Darcey and Billy.
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At the time, Kate took a break from her presenting duties on Good Morning Britain, opening up to viewers with the message: “I look forward to waking up with you very soon again on Good Morning Britain to celebrate life in all its wonder and challenge again.”
She continued, expressing her need for time away: “I hope you forgive me for taking some time to be at home. My family is so grateful that we could be with our dearest Derek in his final moments, something not all get to share.”
In a touching note to those who might also be experiencing loss, she added: “Maybe you too are going through grief yourself or have done in the past, I send love and support for you too. We are taking time to heal ourselves now that Darcey and Billy know their daddy is at peace and free from pain and struggle.”
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