Kate Garraway has shared an emotional post from her husband Derek's hospital ward.
Derek Draper has been in hospital since March after coronavirus battered his body, leaving him with a host of health problems which has meant the dad-of-two hasn't been able to yet return home.
Kate was kept apart from her husband during the pandemic, only able to contact him through an iPad.
After months away from Good Morning Britain to deal with Derek's devastating diagnosis Kate returned in the summer and continued to give viewers updates on her husband's condition.
Last night Kate was able to visit her husband in hospital and shared an emotional post on Instagram.
Kate shared a photo of a whiteboard in the ward that bore the message: "To all beautiful/handsome creatures, this is for you 'Don't give up on this year, keep fighting for the good, keep showing up, keep loving, keep giving back, keep being kind, keep being brave, keep on caring, keep trying new things, keep showing grace, keep on, the world needs you to believe in the good, 2021 is coming, hold on, smile."
Kate captioned the post: ' Written on a white board on Derek’s ward to spur on staff and patients - not sure if I have walked passed it before or its new, but definitely spoke to me today. '
"Wonderful words as we brace ourselves for another week in these grim times- see you from 6 a.m on @gmb with a smile."
And her followers were quick to offer their support.
Claireinstagran said: "If there is a award for the most inspirational woman you win hands down keeping strong, working being a wonderful wife and mother and I bet your friends think they are so lucky to have a friend like you and most of all Derek must be the proudest man on this earth you are amazing Kate and in your darkest times never forget that Great Britain is behind a great woman."
lizziecundy said: " Love this darling . Huge love."
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Kate Thornton said: " I love this. Sending love and strength Kate."
And susan4_ewe said: "Wonderful wise words . Love to you Derek and children. Take care and stay safe . Never give up."
*GMB continues at 6am on ITV tomorrow
