Paul O'Grady funeral plans as star to have 'two' with one at animal park

67-year-old, known for his character Lily Savage, was laid to rest at a private funeral in Kent last week. Fans of the animal lover were also invited to join a procession through the streets around Aldington before heading to the church. Dogs and their owners also lined the streets in Paul's hometown of Birkenhead.

Paul O’Grady’s former wife Teresa Fernandes has spoken for the first time since the Lily Savage star’s death aged 67. The Blankety Blank host died ‘unexpectedly but peacefully’ on March 28 in his ‘own bed’ with his husband Andre Portasio beside him. The For the Love of Dogs star’s funeral was held in Kent this week and was attended by his friends, family and fans, including his daughter Sharon Mousley, Alan Carr and Jo Brand.

Paul O'Grady's celebrity friends reminisced over the late star and sang his praises following his funeral on Thursday. After the late comedian was laid to rest, a new post shared on his Instagram account read: "Yesterday was a very sad day. We said goodbye to our beloved Paul O'Grady.

Paul O’Grady’s final wish has been revealed after thousands of people turned out to pay their respects to the beloved star.The MBE comedian died unexpe ctedly at his home at the age of 67 on 28 March. During the funeral procession on April 20 his tearful husband, Andre Portasio, could be seen cuddling one of their dogs as he sat on a horse-drawn carriage with the TV legend being carried past mourners who lined the streets.The funeral church service was packed with celebrity guests who were close pals with Paul with some having worked alongside the star.

The heartbroken daughter of TV presenter Paul O'Grady wrote a devastating note to her late father which she left outside at his funeral this week.

67-year-old comedian and presenter died at his home on March 28 "unexpectedly but peacefully" according to his husband, Andre Portasio. It was later confirmed the Lily Savage star died from sudden cardiac arrhythmia. An outpouring of love has come from his celebrity friends and fans alike in the weeks since his passing.

It's being reported that Paul O'Grady was laid to rest beside his former partner Brendan Murphy.

Comedian and TV star Paul O’Grady has been laid to rest following a “moving” yet “jolly” service which included a eulogy from actor Julian Clary and a reading from Lord Michael Cashman. Paul, who rose to fame as Lily Savage before going on to host a string of television programmes, died “unexpectedly but peacefully” at his home on March 28 at the age of 67.

Paul O'Grady's daughter, Sharyn Mousley, and his grandson paid tribute to the showbiz legend's famous drag alter ego Lily Savage at his funeral in Kent today. The wooden coffin of Paul O'Grady was adorned with a wreath of lilies before being carried into the church. Sharyn entered the church with her son, who held the wig of Lily Savage in a moving tribute to her dad.

ITV star was laid to rest in Kent on Thursday April 20, following his death aged 67 last month. Ronnie Wood, Jo Brand, Gaby Roslin and BBC EastEnders star Linda Henry were all in attendance. Peter Tatchell also appeared, alongside Jo Brand.

Much-loved TV legend Paul O'Grady has been laid to rest in a private service attended by his loved ones and celebrity pals.The funeral of the comedian, presenter and Lily Savage icon was held at St Rumwold’s Church in the village of Bonnington in Kent on Thursday afternoon, conducted by Reverend Canon Roger Martin. Paul passed away "unexpectedly but peacefully" on March 28 at the home he shared with his husband, Andre. His cause of death was later revealed as "sudden cardiac arrhythmia".

Paul O'Grady's funeral is likely to be a tear-jerking affair, including a guard of honour with dogs from Battersea Dogs and Cats Home to mark the deep affection he had for his furry friends. Paul died of a sudden cardiac arrhythmia at the age of 67 at his home in Aldington near Ashford on March 28. The star, whose ITV show For The Love of Dogs was hugely popular, became an ambassador for the charity more than a decade ago, making the honour a fitting tribute.

A host of famous faces have arrived at Paul O’Grady’s funeral to mourn their late friend.The TV favourite passed away “unexpectedly” aged 67 on 28 March, leaving his friends, family and fans heartbroken. Paul is being laid to rest in a private ceremony in Kent, where the star had lived for 20 years years. Ahead of the service, fans of the late comic and presenter lined the streets to pay their respects – dogs and all.

A guard of honour by animals loved so dearly by Paul O'Grady from Battersea Cat and Dogs Home will take place before the much loved comedian's funeral today (Thursday, April 20).

Beloved comedian and Drag Queen Paul O’Grady is set to be laid to rest today as his family, friends and fans gather to mourn and celebrate his life in Kent.The comedian tragically passed away at the age of 67 on 28 March 2023 from a sudden cardiac arrhythmia, which is an unexpected heart attack with no apparent cause. Paul’s funeral will take place on Thursday, 20 April and pay tribute to his work as a charity ambassador for Battersea Dogs and Cats Home.The service will see a number of dogs from the shelter form a Guard of Honour for the late comedian as a special nod to Paul’s work.

Fans of Paul O’Grady are planning a massive celebration of his life alongside the private funeral planned by the late star’s husband, Andre Portasio.The Lily Savage star passed away suddenly earlier this month in the news that shocked the nation and close friends like the Queen Consort, Camilla.The TV host had a decades-spanning career and became one of the UK’s leading TV personalities on shows like Blind Date, Paul O'Grady: For the Love of Dogs and the Great British Escape. Andre is hosting a private ceremony in Kent on Thursday, April 20, while fan Janine Ferguson is planning an event in the star’s hometown of Birkenhead, Merseyside.

Paul O'Grady's funeral procession will now pass through his local village, Aldington, Kent, in honour of the presenter's love for his community. New details have come to light in regard to Paul's send-off, which will include passing through his local town as a way of "marking Paul's affection for Kent and the local area". In an announcement shared on Facebook by Paul's husband Andre Portasio - the latest details of the funeral were explained.

Paul O'Grady's funeral date has been confirmed for this Thursday as his funeral procession will pass through his home village in Kent.The television star's widowed husband, Andre Portasio, shared a snap of the late entertainer smiling while wearing white angel wings. He wrote: "I want to take a moment to express my deepest gratitude for the overwhelming outpouring of support and love I have received since the passing of our beloved Paul O'Grady. "Your kind messages, beautiful flowers, and thoughtful texts of condolences have brought me comfort and solace during this difficult time.

Paul O'Grady's funeral date and timings have been confirmed with his loyal fans across the nation invited to line the streets to pay respect to the late television star.

The cause of Paul O'Grady's death has been revealed after the much loved star passed away 'unexpectedly'. The Birkenhead born comedian and TV presenter passed away at his home in Kent on March 28.