Kate Garraway has said that she made a significant family decision, saying “it’s what Derek would have wanted”.
The Good Morning Britain and Smooth Radio presenter shared an update with her followers as her family celebrated a big milestone over the weekend. Her daughter Darcey turned 18, but didn’t want a celebration so soon after her dad Derek Draper’s passing.
Derek passed away at the age of 56 in January. He had been battling severe complications from Covid-19 since contracting the virus in March 2020 and was critically ill following a cardiac arrest in early December.
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Kate took to Instagram to tell her followers that Derek would have wanted his daughter’s big day to be “marked and special”, and she detailed how she made it happen.
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She posted a video clip of the preparations, which included a beautiful table setting, pink balloons, a stunning tiered cake, and family photos. Kate, who is also 56, told her 1.2million followers: “So yesterday our little baby Darcey got officially and legally big – 18! She had said she didn’t want a celebration as it was too soon after her dad passing, but maybe a small family lunch at home,” reports Wales Online.
“I knew her dad would want the day to be marked and special though so I sent up a bat signal to @myleeneklass who rallied the most amazing gang of #warriorwomen and #warriormen.” Kate said a big thank you to everyone who helped with her daughter’s birthday.
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She mentioned: “Huge thanks for insane kindness goes to Meg @mysticalfariesparties (including the most gorgeous brownies ever), scrummy food from @mysupperhero. A cake that took Darceys breath away @tamostreats. And the best teen Instagram backdrop ever! @eventsbysk.”
She also thanked her pals: “Extra Hands @myleeneklass @simmotson @clare. barber2, Lily Katz @sencymiller. Tony and John Chittenden and the whole @global gang.”
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Her Good Morning Britain pals sent birthday messages too. Laura Tobin said: “Happy 18th Darcey,” and Alex Beresford joined in with: “Happy 18th Birthday Darcey.”
Fans shared their love as well. One commented: “Oh this is lovely, what a fabulous friend Myleene is and happy birthday to Darcey. Her dad will be with her but it must have been so tough for you all.”
Another said: “Happy birthday Darcy! You definitely deserve the celebration.”
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