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Paul O'Grady's close friend Amanda Mealing has opened up on the TV star's wish for his funeral. Presenter and Lily Savage star Paul, who passed away this week "unexpectedly but peacefully" at the age of 67, told those attending to have "a good time." "He’d hate it if everyone was morose," Amanda, who starred in Holby City as Connie Beauchamp, told The Mirror. 'Whatever happens, Paul’s funeral will be a celebration of his life and it will be full of laughter.

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.

Paul had died on Wednesday. At the time, Mr Portasio 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.

Battersea Dogs and Cats Home has been “overwhelmed and touched” by donations from the public which have passed £100,000 after the unexpected death of the charity’s ambassador Paul O’Grady, aged 67.

Paul O’Grady's daughter has spoken out about her father's death, sharing how she and her mum are "distraught" and "devastated". Paul passed away on 28 March at the age of 67, his husband Andre Portasio announced in a statement on 29th March. Andre said: "It is with great sadness that I inform you that Paul has passed away unexpectedly but peacefully yesterday evening." The late TV star's daughter Sharon Mousley, 48, has now spoken on Paul's sudden death.

Fans of Paul O’Grady have flooded Battersea Dogs and Cats Home with donations in honour of the late TV presenter, who sadly passed away on 28 March. Paul had been an ambassador for Battersea since 2012 and the charity featured in his hit TV show, Paul O'Grady: For The Love of Dogs. The organisation has now received £90,000 worth of donations from fans of Paul, who have set up a 'tribute fund' in memory of him, as well as countless letters, calls, emails and messages of support in the wake of his passing.

late comedian and TV personality after the news he died, aged 67, on Tuesday evening (March 28). In a statement on Wednesday, Paul's husband Andre Portasio said: "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 final Instagram post says everything about TV star"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.

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.

It seems Amanda Holden is ignoring the backlash that has followed her tribute to the late Paul O'Grady.

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.

Paul O’Grady’s final ever radio show will be rebroadcast on Easter Sunday, in tribute to the late comedian and TV star following his sudden death on March 28.The two-hour show, which originally aired on Boom Radio on Christmas Day last year, will be played in its entirety, including all festive elements. Paul had been scheduled to make his return to the airwaves for the show following his departure from BBC Radio 2. It will air on Easter Sunday (April 9) at 2pm, the time previously scheduled for his return.

Amanda Holden's remarks on her Heart breakfast show about the late entertainer Paul O'Grady have caused a backlash from his fans. Paul’s husband announced his peaceful passing at the age of 67 on Wednesday and the Britain’s Got Talent judge, who had appeared with the late star on a special episode of For the Love of Dogs last year, expressed her shock and shared her thoughts on the sad news during the show with her co-host Jamie Theakston. She commented on the show: "Do you know what I loved about him? He was not woke in any way.

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.

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.

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.

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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.

died on Tuesday (March 28) at the age of 67.After his death was announced, Holden and Jamie Theakston reacted to the news during their Heart Radio show on Wednesday (March 29).“I have to say I’m completely shocked,” Holden said. “Do you know what I loved about him? He was not woke in any way.

Paul O'Grady, who died on Tuesday at the age of 67, and the actress has revealed she spoke to the entertainer just hours before he passed away. Good Morning Britain host Susanna Reid began: "You talked to Paul hours before you discovered that he'd died. What a terrible shock for you.

READ MORE: Paul O'Grady: A life in pictures In the caption, he wrote: "Got back from a week in Newcastle playing Miss Hannigan in Annie to find that Tom Tom, one of my pigs had been put to sleep. I knew it was coming as he’d been diagnosed with a tumour but even so it’s awful when you lose a pet. "He was the cheekiest of the gang and one of the other pigs who was obviously very fond of him is now depressed and gone into mourning and there’s those who say that animals don’t have feelings.

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.

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.

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.

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.

Sally Lindsay fought back tears while paying tribute to the late great Paul O'Grady on Wednesday's This Morning. Chatting to presenters Holly Willoughby and Joel Dommett via video link, the 49 year old Coronation Street star revealed why she felt compelled to address her friend's death while also recalling their final conversation just days before the news. "[I've known him for a] long, long time," she began.

Paul O’Grady has been remembered as “one of the greatest drag artists the UK has ever seen” at a south London venue where he found mainstream success. Wednesday night’s show at the Royal Vauxhall Tavern (RVT), in Vauxhall, saw a minute of raucous applause for the TV star, instead of a typical minute of silence. Paul died “unexpectedly but peacefully” on Tuesday evening at the age of 67, his partner, Andre Portasio, said in a statement.

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.

The London drag venue where Paul O'Grady found mainstream success honoured him with a 'minute of applause' after the TV personality died at 67.

To some, he was Lily Savage, the alter-ego who launched him on his path to becoming a household name. To others, he was the animal lover and campaigner, a man who worked tirelessly to help rescue dogs through his work with the Battersea rehoming charity.

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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