Kate Garraway Reveals ‘Rabid Eye Infection’ After Good Morning Britain Viewers Raise Concerns
Kate Garraway has revealed that she is suffering from a “rabid eye infection” after viewers of Good Morning Britain expressed concern over her appearance on the show. During Friday’s episode, the 57-year-old presenter wore glasses on screen, which she typically does not do. This prompted some fans to take to social media to ask, “Is Kate ok? Her eyes don’t look right?”
Addressing the issue with her co-host Adil Ray, Garraway explained, “We know not everybody is a footy fan… by the way, if I’m looking a bit emotional this morning, it’s partly the football, it’s also that I’ve got a rabid eye infection.”
Ray humorously responded, “I thought you were getting emotional about the game?” Garraway replied, “There’s an element of that too! When I look through these spectacles I see a win!” She added with a smile, “They’re rose-tinted and I see a win and I’m manifesting it! I think we should all just embrace something to be joyous about.”
Later in the show, Garraway referenced her eye infection again, jokingly saying she had borrowed her co-star Susanna Reid’s glasses: “I have very sore eyes, I’m borrowing Susanna’s glasses.”
Garraway’s health issue comes at a time when she is also dealing with personal grief following the death of her husband, Derek Draper, earlier this year. Draper, a former Labour spin doctor, passed away on January 3 at the age of 56 after suffering a heart attack just before Christmas. His health had been severely compromised since contracting COVID-19 in March 2020, which led to a long battle with complications and the need for 24-hour care.
In a recent interview with Closer magazine, Garraway opened up about her struggles, stating, “I’m just at that early stage at the moment of coming out of grief. I’m just barely holding it together. I haven’t actually been out that much so it’s nice to come out tonight, although it is a school night. I’m on telly tomorrow so I won’t be able to stay out late.”
Despite her current challenges, Garraway continues to show resilience and a positive outlook, both on and off the screen. Her candidness about her health and personal struggles has garnered empathy and support from viewers and fans, who appreciate her openness and strength.
Garraway’s situation highlights the importance of acknowledging personal health and emotional well-being, especially during times of significant stress and loss. Her ability to maintain her professional commitments while navigating personal hardships serves as an inspiration to many.