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Kate Lally

Paul O'Grady fans emotional as his Instagram account updated

Paul O'Grady fans have been left emotional as the late comedian and TV presenter's Instagram was updated.

The 67-year-old, known for his character Lily Savage, was laid to rest at a private funeral in Kent on Thursday. Fans of the animal lover were also invited to join a procession through the streets around Aldington before heading to the church.

Dogs and their owners also lined the streets in Paul's hometown of Birkenhead.

READ MORE: Paul O'Grady laid to rest as nation mourns loss of TV legend

On Friday, a new post was shared on Paul's Instagram feed, after the decision has been made to keep his account open to the public for the time being.

Photos from Paul's funeral were shared, along with the caption: "Yesterday was a very sad day. We said good bye to our beloved Paul O’Grady. We thank everyone who despite the weather came to pay their respects at the procession, humans and furry friends.

"He would have been very humbled. The outpouring of love and kindness over the last three weeks has been truly amazing. @battersea @salvationarmyuk".

Fans paid emotional tributes to Paul in the comments section, as Nadine said: "True legend RIP Paul so loved you were the best. Watching new Battersea and seeing you warms my heart the most kindest, sweetest, big hearted man ever. Sleep tight x x x".

Guinevere said: "In my eyes he was a saint! Sadly never got to meet him but one of those gentlemen you always felt you knew... Should have been knighted! Such a sad sad loss. Rest in peace Paul", and Ayse said: "RIP, heaven has got an amazing, kind thoughtful and funny man. I cried like he was my best friend cos that's how he made you feel

"No snobbery, no show, just a wonderful caring normal man. It won't be the same without you".

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