Kate Garraway has barely left her husband's side

The presenter and her family suffered a major blow just before the Christmas break when Derek was left fighting for his life.

The dad has had an incredibly difficult time with his health since contracting Covid-19 in 2020, but Kate said he was doing better before the heart attack.

The presenter barely left her husband's side during his time in hospital, where he remains in a serious condition.

An insider said Kate Garraway is being as hopeful as possible because Derek has always defied the odds.

However, they said it has been an incredibly tough time for the family, especially with Derek being in hospital over the holidays.

A source told The Sun that it has been an extremely heartbreaking time for the family.

They told the publication that both Kate and her children have been by Derek's side throughout it all.

They shared: "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," they added.

Kate Garraway has often been praised for speaking so publicly about her husband's health battles.

The public has been sending her loving messages since her husband was hospitalised before Christmas.

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