Susanna Reid appeared to be holding back her emotions as she spoke of Paul O'Grady's death on Good Morning Britain. The news broke in the early hours of Wednesday (March 29) that the TV presenter and comedian has died at the age of 67.
His heartbroken partner Andre Portasio confirmed the shocking news in a statement, saying O'Grady, who was also known for his drag queen persona Lily Savage, died "unexpectedly but peacefully" on Tuesday evening (March 28).
Mr Portasio said in his statement: “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.
