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Liverpool Echo
Liverpool Echo
Entertainment
Jess Flaherty

Paul O'Grady accepted Annie role after producer 'got him drunk'

Paul O'Grady is set to return to Liverpool next year for a star turn in the beloved musical Annie.

The Birkenhead -born comedian, presenter and writer will tread the boards at the Liverpool Empire, donning a blonde wig once again to play the role of the wicked Miss Hannigan. This is the first time Paul has played the part since 1998.

The 67-year-old shot to fame through his sharp-tongued drag persona, the lovable lush Lily Savage. Iconic Lily first became known and loved on the London gay scene before achieving mainstream success.

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