Prominent figures in PR and the LGBTQ+ community have been sharing their memories of the late Paul O'Grady following the news of the star's 'unexpected but peaceful' death breaking in the early hours of this morning.
The trailblazing comic, 67, has been described as a "genuine, kind hearted, hilarious working class hero" who left anyone who crossed paths with him laughing by those who worked with him over the years, as tributes continue to pour in for the much-loved presenter.
Although a regular at star-studded bashes and award shows, Birkenhead-born Paul was much fonder of the simple pleasures in life - often shunning the gourmet food on offer at fancy bashes in favour of a portion of fish and chips.