Paul O’Grady: TV star and comedian dies at the age of 67
Lorraine Kelly, Piers Morgan, and others from the TV industry have paid tribute to Paul O’Grady, who died on Tuesday evening (28 March).
The news of O’Grady’s death was announced by his partner Andre Portasio.
“It is with great sadness that I inform you that Paul has passed away unexpectedly but peacefully yesterday evening,” he said. “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.
“He will be greatly missed by his loved ones, friends, family, animals and all those who enjoyed his humour, wit and compassion.”
The presenter had previously made a poignant comment on death and living past the age of 60.
In his tribute, former Good Morning Britain presenter Morgan wrote: “RIP Paul O’Grady, 67. A wonderfully warm, mischievous, hilarious guy with a sublime natural talent for broadcasting and making people laugh.”
ITV’s Kelly added: “Such sad news. “Paul O’Grady – funny, fearless, brave, kind and wise. Will be sorely missed. A really special man.”
Throughout his career, O’Grady won numerous accolades including a TV Bafta, a British Comedy Award, and a National Television Award for The Paul O’Grady Show.
The TV star was also known for his love for animals as he lived in a farmhouse in Kent with Portasio along with a menagerie of animals including four dogs, goats, sheep, chickens and barn owls.
