The Daily Observer London Desk: Reporter- Sarah Marshal
Sky News presenter Ian King paid tribute to his “great friend” Derek Draper as he announced news of his death.
Kate Garraway shared on Friday 5 January that her husband died after suffering long-lasting symptoms from coronavirus.
After learning of Mr Draper’s death, Sky presenter Mr King paid an emotional tribute to his friend.
“Awfully sad news, very personally for me too, because I was at university with Derek more than 30 years ago,” he told viewers.
“I considered him a great friend. My condolences to the family.”
ITV presenters also sent an on-air message to Garraway on Friday.
