Thu Sep 12 07:36:00 UTC 2024: ## Kate Garraway Wins NTA Award, Shares Heartbreaking Message from Children
Good Morning Britain presenter Kate Garraway has won the National Television Award for Best Authored Documentary for the third time, for her film “Kate Garraway: Derek’s Story”. The documentary chronicled her husband Derek Draper’s battle with long-term COVID-19 effects, a fight he tragically lost in January.
Garraway, visibly emotional, shared the touching words her children, Darcy and Billy, had for her after the award win. Billy, who initially did not want to speak, later shared, “Dad lives on in our hearts.” Garraway revealed she was relieved he hadn’t said it during her acceptance speech, as she felt it would have been too overwhelming.
“It’s so personal for us,” Garraway stated, thanking everyone who voted. “Not for me, but for all the carers.”
Social media erupted in support for Garraway, with fans praising her strength and commending the documentary for highlighting the struggles of caregivers.
During her acceptance speech, Garraway acknowledged the bittersweet nature of the win, as it marked the first major awards ceremony without her late husband. “It’s very bitter to be here, with the gorgeous Darcey and Billy,” she said. “We’re halfway through the first year of firsts really. A first Easter and first birthday, without Derek. It’s so strange to be here for the first Television Awards without him.”
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