Paul O'Grady's daughter arrives to father's funeral carrying iconic Lily Savage wig

Eurovision Song Contest have been left feeling emotional after a clip of the late Paul O’Grady was shown during the first semi-finals.The performance is believed to be O’Grady’s last television appearance and was shared during the semi-final rounds of the iconic singing competition, following permission being granted from his family.The actor, comedian and television presenter was much-loved for his show For The Love Of Dogs, as well as for his frequent pantomime performances and long-running character Lily Savage. His death was confirmed earlier this year (March 28).The news of his passing came midway through the ongoing UK tour of musical Annie, which he was starring in, and just days after he signed a new contract with Boom Radio station.

As Eurovision kicked off in spectacular style with the first Semi-finals on Tuesday night, fans across the UK were left feeling more than a little emotional when the late Paul O’Grady appeared in the show’s opening video. Starring in the Welcome to Liverpool video, the Birkenhead-born star, famous for his drag persona Lily Savage appeared on screen to flash his trademark smile alongside a clear twinkle in his eye.

Weeks after his unexpected death Paul O’Grady has appeared on screen once more, in a special short film to mark the opening of the Eurovision Song Contest and welcome the world to Liverpool.The late comedian and TV stalwart, originally from Birkenhead, Merseyside, was one of a host of celebs to take part in the film to show his pride in his home region – which is taking on competition hosting duties in 2023 on behalf of Ukraine.The project was one of the last things Paul filmed before his death, and his posthumous appearance has been approved by his family and friends. He died “unexpectedly but peacefully” on March 28 at the age of 67.

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 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.

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.

Vanessa Feltz has paid tribute to her friend Paul O’Grady after he was laid to rest near his home village of Aldington on Thursday. Feltz, 61, dedicated part of her TalkTV show to the national treasure, who she first met while on The Big Breakfast, and said he had the “sweetest, kindest heart in the world”. Addressing her viewers, she shared: “I wanted to say how deeply, deeply he’s going to be missed by so very many different people.

EastEnders stars Cheryl Fergison and Linda Henry led the celebrity arrivals at Paul O'Grady's funeral on Thursday as a host of famous faces turned up to mourn their late friend. Comedian Jo, 65, dressed in all black with a bandana as she paid her respects to Paul, who died unexpectedly at home at the age of 67, alongside ex-EastEnders star Cheryl, 57. Linda Henry – who is known for playing Shirley on EastEnders – was also early to arrive, as she looked deep in thought as she sported a black fedora and button down tailored coat.

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.

Paul O'Grady's funeral had a huge turnout on Thursday, as the television icon was mourned by the masses at his hometown in Birkenhead and home in Adlington, Kent. The popular entertainer sadly passed away last month.

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 heartbroken daughter Sharyn Mousley arrived to his funeral on Thursday with her son, who carried the late TV star's iconic Lily Savage wig, in emotional scenes. Sharyn, 48, who is Paul's only child, looked visibly upset as she arrived at St Rumwold's Church in Aldington, Kent for her beloved father's funeral, following his death on 28 March.

Paul O’Grady's devastated partner Andre Portasio cradled one of his beloved pet dogs as he rode as part of the late entertainer's funeral cortege as it travelled through the village of Aldington. Andre was visibly emotional as he saw the outpouring of love and grief for his husband of five years, after locals in the village were invited to line the streets as the cortege passed. TV legend Paul, who famously portrayed the drag act Lily Savage, passed away "unexpectedly but peacefully" aged 67 on March 28 at home with Andre.

Paul O'Grady sadly passed away suddenly earlier this month, leaving his legion of fans and his family and friends heartbroken by the news. Paul's husband, Andre Portasio and family members will be saying goodbye to their loved one in Adlington, Kent, after the popular TV star passed away unexpectedly at the age of 67.  And personal notes have been left outside the church attached to wreaths of lilies ahead of his private funeral service. Paul's daughter Sharyn heartbreakingly wrote in her note: “Gongan, we miss you so much, Abel and Halo will never forget you.

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.

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.

The funeral ceremony for Paul O'Grady will see dogs from Battersea Dogs and Cats Home serving as guards of honour and will feature a performance by the Salvation Army Band.The TV star, who shot to fame as Drag Queen Lily Savage in the 70s, passed away unexpectedly last month at the age of 67 after suffering from sudden cardiac arrhythmia.The funeral will be held later today (April 20) and will feature the dogs in special nod to the star's love of the animal. Paul served as an ambassador for the animal charity in 2012, and his show Paul O'Grady: For The Love Of Dogs, detailed life at the animal shelter.

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.