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Paul O'Grady's Blankety Blank to air as BBC pull programme to honour late Lily Savage star

Paul O'Grady will be honoured by the BBC this weekend, as they make a change to the schedule to pay tribute to the late TV icon with one of his most famous shows.

In the early hours of Wednesday morning, the sad news broke that much loved entertainer and staunch activist Paul had passed away at the age of 67, with Paul's husband Andre Portasio telling the world: "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.

“He will be greatly missed by his loved ones, friends, family, animals and all those who enjoyed his humour, wit and compassion. I know that he would want me to thank you for all the love you have shown him over the years.”

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