A family has paid tributes to a dad-to-be who tragically died in a motorcycle crash just two months before his daughter was due to be born.
02.06.2023 - 18:21 / ok.co.uk
Just two months on since the tragic death of much loved entertainer Paul O’Grady, his husband has been hit with a second round of heartbreak as he confirmed two of the late star's pets have also died. Andre Portasio, Paul’s husband of 17 years shared the heartbreaking news on Thursday, as he revealed that the couple's pet goats, Maleficent and Beebo, sadly died on the same day.Taking to Instagram to share the news, Andre posted a photo of Paul alongside the adorable animals as he wrote: “Bad news that keeps on coming... a very sad day at our house.
“@paulogrady goats Maleficent and Beebo have both passed away today.” The much-loved goats were just two of several animals kept by the pet-loving couple, who were well known for raising animals, in particular those that had been rescued, at their farmhouse home in Kent. The tragic news came just two short months after Paul sadly passed away due to a heart attack at the age of 67. Fans and famous pals were quick to share their grief at Andre’s latest post, with many stars and well wishers leaving messages of support at the double whammy of grief in so short a space of time.
Former Chattyman host Alan Carr wrote: “So sorry – awful just awful x.” Meanwhile Britain’s Got Talent judge Amanda Holden, a close friend of Paul, posed a crying emoji face in response to the sad news. TV star Melanie Sykes also weighed in, as she said: “Sending so much love xxxx.” Away from the showbiz world, fans were also quick to share their support, with many sending their deepest sympathies and warmest wishes to Andre at this difficult time. “How sad indeed, missing Paul x," said one.
“On no, so sorry. As if you haven’t been through enough.Take care,” wrote another. A third fan then commented: “This
.A family has paid tributes to a dad-to-be who tragically died in a motorcycle crash just two months before his daughter was due to be born.
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