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Daily Mirror
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Laura Armstrong

Coronation Street star was helped to have kids by supportive friend Paul O'Grady

Former Coronation Street star Charlie Condou has revealed Paul O'Grady helped him find the courage to pursue his dream of becoming a dad.

Actor Charlie, 50, who met the TV and radio favourite through mutual friend Amanda Mealing, said it was almost impossible to be in Paul’s company without collapsing into fits of laughter thanks to his quick wit.

But he also told how Paul was a tower of strength for him when he confided in him about his wish to have children.

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