GMB in huge presenter shake-up as another host waves goodbye and Kate Garraway waits by Derek Draper’s bedside
GOOD Morning Britain is in the midst of a fresh presenter shake-up after another show anchor bid farewell.
It comes after ITV star Kate Garraway, 56, cancelled all her work on the breakfast programme following her husband Derek Draper’s serious heart attack.
On Wednesday’s episode, Charlotte Hawkins, 48, told how it was her last show before Christmas as she bid farewell.
As Good Morning Britain wrapped, she said: “And a Happy Christmas from me!” followed by a wave.
Earlier in the episode, fans were in hysterics as Charlotte came to co-presenter Richard Madeley’s aid during a cringeworthy on-air mishap.
Yet with Susanna Reid, 53, previously heading on her winter break, Charlotte bidding a festive farewell and Kate waiting beside Derek’s bedside, it remains unclear who will front Thursday’s GMB.
Ranvir Singh, 46, who often stands in, is currently hosting Lorraine in Lorraine Kelly‘s absence.
Meanwhile, GMB stalwart Kate is preparing her two kids for an emotional Christmas amid Derek’s life-threatening health battle.
Previously Derek was left fighting for his life after suffering Covid.
He is one of the UK‘s longest suffering patients of Covid, yet has since been battling a variety of health problems, after the virus caused brain inflammation, kidney failure, and damage to his liver and pancreas.
Yet sadly he has now been left fighting for his life following a heart attack.
Mum-of-two Kate has cancelled all TV and radio work to keep a 24-7 vigil, taking an indefinite leave of absence from presenting.
Friends and family have been alerted to his worsening condition.
This week, a source told The Sun: “Everyone is praying for a miracle.
“Derek suffered a massive heart attack earlier this week which has left him fighting for his life all over again.
“It was sudden and a shock as he had been doing so well and was in great spirits, looking forward to Christmas at home with the family.
“This setback has been a huge blow for his family and all the people caring for him.
“Kate is by his side 24 hours a day and is willing him on to win this latest battle for his life.
“Derek has fought so many times, and always, against all odds, come out the other side.
“Kate has been utterly incredible — by his side while being an amazing mum to Darcey and Billy, and trying to manage their expectations of a family Christmas.”
Kate generally stars on Good Morning Britain on Thursdays and Fridays.