When did Derek die?

Derek sadly died on January 5 following a 4 year battle with Covid.

Kate confirmed the news in an Instagram post writing: “I’m sad to have to tell you all that my darling husband Derek has passed away.

“As some of you may know he has been critically ill following a cardiac arrest in early December which, because of the damage inflicted by Covid in March 2020, led to further complications.

“Derek was surrounded by his family in his final days and I was by his side holding his hand throughout the last long hours and when he passed.”

‘Perfect time for her to be reunited with her GMB family’

Kate Garraway has told pals she is keen to keep busy and get stuck into work as she continues to mourn Derek.

A source said: “Kate has had an incredibly rough past couple of months, and it has taken its toll mentally and physically.

“But she is a workhorse, and journalism, being on live TV, runs through her blood — it’s what she knows and loves.

“Kate is keen to keep busy and get stuck back into work.

“It’s the perfect time for her to be reunited with her GMB family.”

Kate will speak publicly for the first time since death of Derek

Good Morning Britain released a short trailer yesterday which showed a series of emotional clips.

The voiceover said: “Kate Garraway has shared the story of caring for Derek for the last four years, highlighting the struggle faced by thousands.

“Tomorrow she returns to Good Morning Britain to talk for the first time since the death of her beloved husband. From 6am on Good Morning Britain.”