3 Kate attended an Elton John concert with her late husband Derek(Image: ITV)
Good Morning Britain viewers were left smiling this week after Kate Garraway made a light-hearted but telling admission live on air — revealing that her mother is still quietly rooting for a romance between her and longtime ITV colleague Richard Arnold.
The unexpected moment unfolded during Thursday’s episode of the ITV breakfast show, as Kate sat alongside Richard Madeley and entertainment correspondent Richard Arnold to discuss the day’s biggest showbiz stories.
What began as a casual chat about Elton John being named TIME’s 2024 Icon of the Year quickly took a playful turn when memories from the past resurfaced — and with them, long-standing whispers that some viewers never quite let go of.
“The World Thought We Were Together…”
As the conversation turned to live music memories, Richard Arnold recalled attending an Elton John concert years ago — alongside Kate herself.
“We went to the Royal Opera House,” Richard said with a grin. “And we were papped. I think the world back then believed we were together.”
Without missing a beat, Kate laughed and dropped the line that sent the studio — and social media — into overdrive.
“My mum is still hoping,” she said.
“And so is yours — be honest!”
The exchange sparked laughter from the presenters and crew alike, with viewers quickly picking up on the warmth and ease between the pair — something fans have long commented on.
A Joke… Or Something More?
Richard Arnold jokingly followed up by quipping:
“That would’ve been about 20 years ago when you and I first dated?”
Kate laughed it off, but the moment once again highlighted the playful chemistry that has followed the duo for years — on screen and off.
While both have always insisted their relationship is rooted firmly in friendship, the comments reignited fan speculation online, with many viewers admitting they still “love the idea” of the pair together — even if it’s all said in jest.
A Deeper, Emotional Note
The segment later shifted tone as Kate reflected on a much more emotional memory involving Elton John — this time with her late husband Derek Draper, who tragically passed away earlier this year following long-term health complications from Covid.
Kate recalled attending Elton’s Farewell Tour with Derek and their children, describing how the singer dedicated Don’t Let the Sun Go Down on Me to Derek during the show — a moment she said left the entire family in tears.
She later revealed that attending the concert had almost been impossible due to Derek’s fragile health at the time.
“Even on the journey there, he seemed so weak,” she previously shared.
“But when Elton came on stage, Derek squeezed my hand and cried. He didn’t want to miss a second.”
A Moment That Meant Everything
Kate described how nurses had to briefly take Derek outside when the stimulation became overwhelming — only for him to insist on returning to the concert.
“He said, ‘No… I want to go back,’” she recalled. “So we did.”
The memory offered a poignant reminder of the strength Kate has shown in recent years — and perhaps explains why viewers reacted so strongly to the lighter, more hopeful moment earlier in the show.
Fans React: “We Love Them Together”
Following the broadcast, viewers flooded social media with supportive comments, many praising Kate’s openness and warmth — and others admitting they still enjoy imagining a romantic spark between her and Richard Arnold, even if it remains firmly in the realm of friendly banter.
Whether it’s simply a running joke, family wishful thinking, or one of television’s most enduring what-ifs, one thing is clear:
the moment struck a chord — and viewers loved every second of it.