Kate Garraway Prepares for First Christmas Without Derek

Kate Garraway is preparing for her first Christmas without her late husband, Derek Draper, who passed away in January 2024 after a lengthy battle with COVID-19 complications. Despite the challenges, Kate is determined to make the holiday a positive experience for her children, Darcey and Billy, by creating new memories and embracing change. She acknowledges that the festive season will be tough emotionally, but she wants it to be a time of happiness and fun for her children. Over the past years, Christmas had been difficult due to Derek's illness, but his presence had still been a source of joy. Kate received support from her colleagues at Good Morning Britain and was recently honored at the National TV Awards for her documentary 'Derek's Story,' which chronicled Derek's final year. She emphasizes the importance of evolving traditions while cherishing past memories, such as their family car trips to see Christmas lights.