Kate Garraway admits she’s ‘terribly lonely’ as she cares for Derek

‘I still hope we’ll have a happy ending, but ultimately it just feels unsustainable,’ the Good Morning Britain host admitted

Kate Garraway has admitted she gets “terribly lonely” while caring for her husband Derek Draper, after he was struck down with coronavirus in March 2020

The Good Morning Britain host, 54, was praised for her “patience and strength” in Caring For Derek – an intimate documentary which aired on ITV last night.

Draper was put into an induced coma by doctors when he initially contracted the virus, and even now Garraway said he “would die” if left unaided for three days without expert care.

This is the second documentary about the couple’s ordeal, as Garraway continues to speak openly about her husband’s long recovery since he left hospital 374 days after being admitted.

Visibly emotional, she said: “People are really kind and say I’m an inspiration but I’m really struggling – and I think it’s important for people to know that, cos I’m sure they’re struggling in their life too in whatever way.

“I think one of the worst things is the terrible loneliness… from having him here but not here. It’s really indescribable. It’s just so hard. I can sort of see him, but he’s absent – and you just feel very much on your own, all the time.”

Garraway also confessed: “I still hope we’ll have a happy ending, but ultimately it just feels unsustainable.”

During the documentary, psychologist Jo Hemmings wrote on Twitter: “And what is most wonderful of all is that @kategarraway allows her husband to retain his dignity in the darkest of times. Her humility and kindness is just awe inspiring.”

One viewer said: “What a beautiful family you have. I’m smiling and crying watching you all this evening. Thank you for sharing and allowing your journey to support others. Wishing you all a world of love and best wishes xxx.”