In a heartwarming turn of events, Kate Garraway has grown closer to her longtime friend, broadcaster Liam Halligan, two years after the heartbreaking death of her husband, Derek Draper. On Friday, the Good Morning Britain host, 59, was spotted cosying up to Liam, 56, as he prepared for his monumental 300km charity bike ride from London to Paris. The pairâs deep-rooted friendship has sparked speculation, with insiders revealing how much they enjoy each otherâs company, but also noting that itâs still “early days” for their relationship.
The two have known each other for over 20 years, with Liam also having a close connection to Derek. Over the weekend, Kate joined Liam and his friends in his hometown of Saffron Walden, Essex, where they shared moments of fun at The Railway Arms pub, where Liam performed with his band, The Hooligans.
A source close to the duo shared, “Kate doesnât know where things will go, but sheâs enjoying spending time with Liam. He makes her laugh, and itâs refreshing for her to feel happy again after such a tough period.”
Kate Garraway cosied up to her broadcaster friend Liam Halligan (R) on Friday as he prepared to take on a huge 300km charity bike ride
Though Kate, a mother of two, continues to mourn Derekâs loss, those around her have noticed her rekindled smile. One insider said, “Kate deserves to find happiness again, and it’s lovely to see her glowing around Liam. Itâs complicated, but they share a genuine connection.”
The presenter, 59, tragically lost her husband Derek Draper to complications from Covid-19 in January 2024, and has formed a close friendship with Liam, who she has known for 20 years (pictured with Derek in 2019)
Could this friendship blossom into something more? Only time will tell… đ
