Paul O’Grady dies 'unexpectedly but peacefully'

Paul O’Grady’s funeral is scheduled to take place at Port Lympne Safari Park, a cause near and dear to his heart, according to reports. The much loved TV star died peacefully at his home last month, with his official cause of death confirmed to be a cardiac arrest due to a cardiac arrhythmia, on Saturday.

Paul O’Grady's close friend has opened up about the day the TV star passed away, revealing they'd had the "perfect afternoon" together at Paul's home before his death. Malcolm Prince, who was also Paul's producer, paid tribute to the late Lily Savage star in a new interview, where he explained how the pair had been "laughing" and "reminiscing" all afternoon at Paul's home just hours before he passed away. "On the day that Paul died, I was at his home, having a cup of tea," Malcolm told Radio Times.

The late Paul O'Grady is about to be seen in his final ever series of For the Love of Dogs - and in his last chat about the ITV show, he pays a poignant tribute to the "privilege" of working with the residents of Battersea Dogs' Home. News of Paul's death on 28 March came as a shock, with his 11th series of passion project Paul O'Grady: For the Love of Dogs already completed and ready to air. Once more, he'll meet rescue dogs facing all kinds of hardship and his final interview about the show is full of the love he felt for the dogs he met.

Paul O’Grady voiced his funeral plans back in 2017 – six years before the star’s death. The TV favourite and animal lover sadly passed away earlier this month at the age of 67, leaving his friends, fans and family heartbroken. In the wake of his passing, an old interview from 2017 has resurfaced where the Lily Savage star shared his plans for his funeral – which included a glass coffin.

Andre Portasio, it was confirmed the presenter and comedian died "unexpectedly but peacefully" at the age of 67 on Tuesday. Andre said: "It is with great sadness that I inform you that Paul has passed away unexpectedly but peacefully yesterday evening. We ask, at this difficult time, that whilst you celebrate his life you also respect our privacy as we come to terms with this loss.

Paul O'Grady has said that the TV star "died in his own bed" with husband Andre Portasio by his side. Paul's friends, fans and loved ones were left devastated on Tuesday as Andre announced that the legendary TV personality had died "unexpectedly but peacefully," aged 67. Tributes have poured in for Paul, as many of his friends have spoken out to express shock and grief at his death, as well as their adoration for him.

passed away aged 67 on March 28. His partner confirmed the sad news the following morning. Paul, who rose to fame as Lily Savage in the 90s, has been remembered as a fierce activist, a champion for the underdog, bold, brave and brilliantly funny by those who loved him.

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Read more: Paul O'Grady death latest as tributes flood in after husband Andre Portasio announces news Andre and Paul first met in 2006 before getting married in a small and intimate ceremony in 2017. Paul had recently been touring the country with musical Annie, in which he played Miss Hannigan. Ahead of his shows in Scotland last week, Andre penned a sweet message for his husband on social media.

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.

A friend of the late Paul O'Grady has said that the TV star "died in his own bed" with husband Andre Portasio by his side. Paul's friends, fans and loved ones were left devastated on Tuesday as Andre announced that the legendary TV personality had died "unexpectedly but peacefully," aged 67.Tributes have poured in for Paul, as many of his friends have spoken out to express shock and grief at his death, as well as their adoration for him. The Avengers star Linda Thorson, who was a close friend of Paul, appeared on Good Morning Britain as she paid tribute to the late star, whilst also revealing the circumstances of his death.

Paul O'Grady 'died in his own bed' with his husband by his side, one of his close friends told Good Morning Britain. Avengers star Linda Thorson appeared on the ITV news programme on Thursday (March 30) to pay tribute to the comedian and TV star following his 'unexpected' death, aged 67, on Tuesday evening (March 28).

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.

it was announced he'd sadly passed away on 28 March. Paul, famed for hosting shows such as The Paul O’Grady Show, Blankety Blank and For The Love Of Dogs, "unexpectedly but peacefully" died on Tuesday, his partner Andre Portasio announced in a statement. Fans and fellow famous faces have flocked to social media to pay tribute to the late star, with the likes of Lorraine Kelly and Martin Lewis leading tributes.

Numerous celebrities have shared heartfelt tributes to late TV presenter Paul O'Grady after it was announced he'd sadly passed away on 28 March, with Susan Boyle now joining mourners in sharing memories.The singer, 61, took to Instagram, where she shared a pair of photos of herself and her late friend. She penned the heartbreaking caption: "Paul, you were one in a million, kind, funny, and a great friend. "When I saw you last week in Edinburgh, never would I have thought this was goodbye.

Paul O'Grady died "unexpectedly but peacefully" on Tuesday evening aged 67, his husband announced.

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.

Devastated staff at a Scots bar which Paul O'Grady regularly dropped into have paid tribute to the "iconic legend" following his death on Tuesday.

Entertainer Paul O’Grady, who achieved fame as drag queen Lily Savage before becoming a much-loved comedian and host on British television, has died. He was 67.

Comedian and all-round TV legend Paul O’Grady sadly passed away yesterday at the age of 67. The broadcaster, who gained popularity back in the 1990s with his drag Queen persona Lily Savage, was also a famous animal advocate, and dedicated much of his life to charity work. So much so, that in 2016, he was presented with the Outstanding Contribution to Animal Welfare award at the RSPCA's Animal Hero Awards.