Kate Beckinsale has revealed she ended her glamorous night out at the Golden Globes supporting her loved ones in hospital.
The British actress, 50, has been quietly been caring for her beloved mother and stepfather as they battle a slew of serious health issues, DailyMail.com previously revealed, with insiders claiming those close to her have expressed concern for her own wellbeing amid the ‘relentless strain.’
Kate’s stepfather Roy Battersby, 87, is currently in hospital as he recovers from a stroke and battles two forms of cancer, with Kate ensuring she was back by his side after presenting an award at the star-studded ceremony on Sunday.
Taking to Instagram on Tuesday, Kate shared a slew of red carpet snaps followed by pictures of herself in hospital, captioning the post: ‘Golden globes 2024 start to end’.
She was still clad in her glamorous Atelier Zuhra gown for the hospital visit, with Kate seen tucking into a burger before popping on her glasses to go through her phone.
Her friends and followers were quick to check in on the star, with one commenting: ‘I don’t know how you made it through last night with all that is going on. You are strong and a consummate pro.
‘Having to leave the side of your beautiful Roy to honor this commitment at the Globes was above and beyond. Sending love and prayers to you and your family. I’m so happy you were able to make it back to the hospital. ❤️’
Kate responded: ‘thank you and thank you for your supportive texts all the way through . That was so kind xx’
Misreading the situation, one follower commented: ‘Haha damn what the hell happened’, to which Kate explained: ‘nothing funny I’ll tell you that.’
Kate also battled a slew of trolls in the comments, with one asking: ‘Why do you always wear those 15” heels? So odd’, prompting the sassy comeback: ‘why do you still have a soul patch in 2024. Oh! It’s your choice . Gotcha’.
Another troll shared: ‘Very absolutely wonderful, elegant, & perfect. When are you going to actually have a matching personality for your looks?’ with Kate responding: ‘you’ve not met me so I’m confused by this . It’s also incredibly mean. Was that your intention ?’
Last month, it was revealed Kate’s stepfather had been hospitalised due to a ‘massive stroke.’
The latest health scare comes amidst her mother Judy Loe’s own private battle. The 76-year-old was diagnosed with a longstanding illness six years ago – something Kate has alluded to in several emotional Instagram posts over the past year.
The Underworld actress flew her parents out to the US from their home in the UK so she could care for them full-time at her Los Angeles home.
‘Kate has been caring for her parents, who both have serious illnesses, for most of the year’, a source exclusively revealed to DailyMail.com. ‘She brought them to her home in LA and has made looking after them her number one priority.’
The insider revealed that the Snow Angels star – whose biological father Richard Beckinsale died, aged 31, from a heart attack in his sleep in 1979 – has been feeling the emotional toll in recent months.
‘She was spotted this week several times crying in the corridors of UCLA hospital,’ the source added. ‘Her friends are very concerned that she has been under relentless strain for months and hardly sleeping or eating.
‘Kate appears to be very strong but this has been incredibly hard and, given that she lost her father so young, is affecting her very deeply. Her friends are concerned for her own health.’
A second source explained that her mother Judy has chosen to keep her health battle private, stating: ‘She’s extraordinary, you wouldn’t even know by looking at her. She has been keeping a very positive attitude throughout everything.’
Kate’s biological father was the late British actor Richard Beckinsale, best known for his roles as Lennie Godber in the BBC sitcom Porridge, and Alan Moore in the ITV sitcom Rising Damp.
He also had daughter Samantha, 55 – his only child from his marriage to Margaret Bradley.
Roy also comes from the world of TV, having enjoyed a very successful career as a director, working on major British on-screen hits including Inspector Morse, Cracker, and A Touch of Frost.
Kate has alluded to her parents’ ailing health online in recent months, sharing images of her mother undergoing treatment in hospital.
In August she encouraged fans to do what makes them happy in the Instagram caption, writing: ‘Embrace joy. Accept grief. Wear feathers. Sing. Do what makes you feel happy even for a moment. Pair grief and sickness and fear with as much life and laughter and celebration as you possibly can.
‘It doesn’t mean you are having some sort of crisis. It means you are choosing life, fiercely. Be brave, and when you don’t feel brave, listen. Laugh hard, dance hard, cry hard, love hard with those you trust.’
She continued: ‘Spread love when you can. Read. Stay in bed and cry when it’s from all sides and feels like an avalanche. Try not to be mean, or to take on others meanness. People can break.
‘Be kind. Fight with everything you’ve got for your loved ones , and for your own spirit x.’
However, the Much Ado About Nothing actress is determined to put on a brave face and do all she can to continue supporting her loved ones during this difficult time.
‘Kate has been attempting to maintain a positive public and professional presence, and remain upbeat for her family,’ the source added.
Kate’s mother, who is also an actress, married Roy in 1997 – 18 years after Kate’s father died.
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