Paul O'Grady’s husband has announced more sad news just weeks on from the TV star's death
Andre Portasio and Paul were together for 17 years and shared their farmhouse home in Kent with many rescued animals. Sadly, Andre announced that the couple's pet goats, Maleficent and Beebo, had sadly died on the same day.
Posting a photo of Paul on Instagram with the beloved goats, Andre wrote: “Bad news that keeps on coming... a very sad day at our house.
“@paulogrady goats Maleficent and Beebo have both passed away today.”
The death of Paul’s pet goats comes two months after he passed away following a heart attack at the age of 67.
His celeb pals and fans flocked to the comments to offer Andre their condolences.
Former Chattyman host Alan Carr wrote: “So sorry – awful just awful x.”
Britain’s Got Talent judge Amanda Holden commented with a crying emoji face.
And TV presenter Melanie Sykes said: “Sending so much love xxxx.”
Fans also sent love following the sad news, one penned: “How sad indeed, missing Paul x.”
Another added: “On no, so sorry. As if you haven’t been through enough. Take care."
While another said: “This is so sad, grief affects animals too. I hope you and Paul’s family are OK and taking care of each other.”
One added: “They may have had a broken heart too missing Paul and not understanding why he is not there."
While one commented: “Animals know sorrow too... of that I’m sure... they’ve gone to join Paul.”
The sad news comes weeks after Paul died ‘unexpectedly but peacefully’ on March 28.
Fans were left heartbroken by the sudden news of Paul's passing, which was announced midway through his UK tour of musical Annie and just days after he signed a new contract with Boom Radio station.
Andre wrote at the time: "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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