TV star and comedian Paul O’Grady dies aged 67

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Presenter, also known for his drag queen persona Lily Savage, died ‘unexpectedly but peacefully’

“He will be greatly missed by his loved ones, friends, family, animals and all those who enjoyed his humour, wit and compassion.O’Grady and Portasio were married during a low-key wedding ceremony in 2017.

O’Grady’s love for animal was well-known, and he had lived in a farmhouse in Kent with Portasio along with a menagerie of animals including four dogs, goats, sheep, chickens and barn owls. O’Grady had been set to return to the airwaves next month to host a one-off Easter Sunday radio show on Boom Radio.“Such sad news. Paul O’Grady – funny, fearless, brave, kind and wise. Will be sorely missed. A really special man.”

He began his career performing as Lily Savage in the 1970s whilst working as a peripatetic care officer for Camden council, going on to tour northern England as part of drag duo the Playgirls.

 

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He always seemed such a good caring person. He will be missed.

Lovely man. So kind to animals. RIP

RIP Paul

Pure gentleman..

Genius❤️

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