Dog treats among tributes left outside Paul O'Grady's farm following death

Paul O'Grady fans were moved to tears after an old episode of Blankety Blank, hosted by Paul’s famous drag alter ego Lily Savage, aired on Saturday night, 1 April. Paul tragically passed away on 28 March, leaving his fans, friends and family devastated. And to honour the late star's memory, the BBC aired an old Blankety Blank episode on Saturday night from September 1998, which also featured guest appearances from Davina McCall, Sir Ian McKellen, Gray O’Brien, Rebecca Callard, Sophie Lawrence and Dale Winton.

Suzy Eddie Izzard has praised the late comedian and TV icon Paul O'Grady for being "open and honest" throughout his life and standing true to his identity. Paul, who was well-known for his Lily Savage drag persona, sadly died unexpectedly on Tuesday at the age of 67.The For The Love Of Dogs presenter was at home with his husband of six years Andre Portasio, who confirmed he had died "peacefully" in a statement released the next day. Reflecting on Paul's legendary status in the entertainment industry, 61 year old Suzy, who recently changed her name from Eddie, gushed over Paul's contributions to comedy.

Paul O’Grady had an impressive net worth of £6.4 million prior to his devastating death. The former Blankety Blank host passed away unexpectedly on Tuesday, 28 March. Confirming the news of his death, Paul’s heartbroken husband Andre Portasio said in a statement: “It is with great sadness that I inform you that Paul has passed away unexpectedly but peacefully yesterday evening.

Read More: Paul O'Grady's husband shares the last picture they took together"Imagine that you have dear friend that personifies such supporting love and gloriously sharp comical repartee? Him and the beautiful @malprin have allowed me to experience that first hand", she continued, shouting out Paul's friend and producer. "I’ll never be able to thank you enough and bloody hell I’ll miss you Paul. Give Buster a treat from me.

Coronation Street star Jodie Prenger has paid a loving tribute to Paul O’Grady, following his unexpected death on March 28, with a sweet gesture. The actress, who plays Glenda Shuttleworth in the ITV soap took to Instagram to honour the TV, radio and stage star, who rose to fame at the start of his career as iconic drag persona Lily Savage. Alongside a picture of Paul, Jodie wrote a touching caption that encapsulated his kindness, humour and warmth.

Andre Portasio has shared the final photograph of him and husband Paul O’Grady, following the TV star's death on 28 March. Andre, 41, announced that Paul had passed away in a statement shared on Wednesday, saying he'd "unexpectedly but peacefully" died at the age of 67. Dozens of fans and celebrities have paid tribute to the late star, who made his big break as Drag Queen Lily Savage, and Andre, who married Paul in 2017, has now shared a message thanking everyone for their support.

ITV has revealed the air date for Paul O’Grady’s For The Love Of Dogs show following his sudden death earlier this week. National treasure and activist Paul, who made his big break as Drag Queen Lily Savage, tragically passed away on Wednesday.

Paul O'Grady was planning his return to the studio to continue on his radio show the day before his death, it has been revealed. The TV icon and chat show host was intending to get back to work and held a meeting with BOOM radio bosses before he "unexpectedly" passed away.The death of the For The Love Of Dogs presenter, who became an entertainment icon throughout his career on television, was sadly announced on Wednesday.

LIVE – Updated at 12:40Fans, friends and colleagues are continuing to pay tribute to Paul O’Grady, who died on Tuesday evening (28 March), aged 67. Queen Camilla, Elton John, Lorraine Kelly, Piers Morgan, Joe Lycett and others from the TV industry have paid tribute, as well as MPs at PMQs on Wednesday afternoon (29 March). Dominic Raab was mocked after incorrectly paying tribute to the “incredible comic Paul Grayson”, instead of Paul O’Grady.

Actress Linda Thorson said her friend Paul O’Grady was “so happy” and “full of life” when she spoke to him hours before his death aged 67.The Avengers star, also known for being on the ITV soap Emmerdale, described the drag queen turned TV and radio presenter as a “king among men” who “really cared about me”. O’Grady, who began on the nightclub circuit as the acerbic, platinum wig-wearing Lily Savage, died “unexpectedly but peacefully” on Tuesday evening, his partner, Andre Portasio, said in a statement.Tributes have been flooding in for the comedian, including from the Queen Consort, Sir Elton John, Doctor Who showrunner Russell T Davies and MPs.Thorson, who said she first met the presenter on early-morning show The Big Breakfast, told Good Morning Britain: “Paul rang me on Tuesday, the day before yesterday, at three o’clock and we spoke for an hour.

Alan Carr gave an insight into friend Paul O’Grady’s thoughts on the after life as he paid a touching tribute to the beloved entertainer following his death at the age of 67. O’Grady’s husband Andre Portasio confirmed on Wednesday that he had passed away “unexpectedly but peacefully” on Tuesday evening. Taking to social media, comedian Carr, 46, confessed that he had been “no use to anyone” after learning of O’Grady’s sudden passing.

Susan Boyle has recalled her final meeting with her ‘great friend’ Paul O’Grady after his death aged 67. The Lily Savage and Blind Date star died ‘unexpectedly but peacefully’ on Tuesday, his husband Andre Portasio said in a statement. Tributes have since poured in for the For the Love of Dogs presenter from figures in the entertainment world, including Lorraine Kelly, while the royal family said they were ‘deeply saddened’ by his death.

Paul O'Grady always knew he was at great risk after suffering a number of cardiac arrests and kidney failure across his life. At the age of 67, the beloved TV presenter "unexpectedly but peacefully" passed away at his home on Tuesday, surrounded by his pet dogs and husband Andre Portasio. But in an unearthed interview with The Mirror, Paul expected an early death, and told the publication: "I do count my blessings.

Alan Carr has dedicated a touching tribute to his friend Paul O’Grady. Paul died ‘unexpectedly but peacefully’ on Tuesday evening aged 67, his husband Andre Portasio confirmed. On Wednesday, Alan, 46, revealed that shortly before his untimely death, Paul had been asked whether he thought he’d go to heaven, and his response was hilarious.

TV presenter and comedian Paul O’Grady "unexpectedly by peacefully" passed away at the age of 67, leaving his fans bereft and his family devastated. Paul's husband Andre Portasio shared the tragic news in a statement given to the PA news agency, which read: "It is with great sadness that I inform you that Paul has passed away unexpectedly but peacefully yesterday evening." Paul and Andre married in 2017 and had been in a relationship since 2005.They decided to marry after it was suggested to them by fellow comic Julian Clary. "Julian put the seed in my head.

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the drag alter-ego Lily Savage, passed away last night (March 28). The actor, presenter and campaigner was being honoured by various politicians in today’s PMQs.

Sally Lindsay was left completely puzzled during Wednesday's edition of This Morning when she came on the show to pay tribute to her close friend Paul O'Grady, who sadly died at the age of 67. The Coronation Street star, 49, appeared via video link to discuss the tragic news of the sudden and unexpected passing of popular comedian and chat show host Paul. Speaking to presenters Holly Willoughby and Joel Dommett, who was standing in for Phillip Schofield, Sally fought back tears as she recalled her wonderful memories with the northern TV star, who was also well-known for his drag queen persona Lily Savage.

Deputy Prime Minister Dominic Raab was heard mispronouncing Paul O’Grady’s name in the House of Commons as he paid tribute to the late TV presenter who has died at the age of 67.

ITV's schedule for the coming weeks has been changed in order to pay tribute to late TV presenter Paul O'Grady, who passed away on 28 March aged 67. News of Paul's passing broke on Wednesday morning, with the late star's husband Andre Portasio announcing the sad news in a statement. In light of the news, ITV has switched up its schedule to allow for a tribute to be aired for Paul, as well as For the Love of Dogs: A Royal Special to be aired again.