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Nottingham Post
Nottingham Post
Entertainment
Charlotte Smith

Paul O'Grady's funeral date confirmed as fans invited to pay their respects

The funeral date for iconic comedian Paul O'Grady has been announced. Fans and locals are being invited to attend to mourn TV star, who sadly passed away 'unexpectedly but peacefully' at home at the age of 67 on March 28.

The funeral will take place on Thursday (April 20), with his cortege expected to pass through his home village in Kent. Paul's husband, Andre Portasio, confirmed details of Paul's funeral on local Facebook pages.

As the nation prepare to wave their final goodbyes to the beloved entertainer, Andre shared an image of Paul smiling with white angel's wings. "I want to take a moment to express my deepest gratitude for the overwhelming outpouring of support and love I have received since the passing of our beloved Paul O'Grady." He wrote.

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