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Paul O'Grady "didn't listen" to medics' concerns about his health, friend claims

Following on from his husband Andre Portasio's tragic announcement about Paul's death, the late comedian's dear friend Christopher Biggins has opened up about their four-decade-long friendship and given an insight into his health concerns

Irish Mirror

Paul O'Grady 'didn't listen' to medics' concerns about his health, friend claims

Daily Mirror

Paul O'Grady died in his 'own bed' with husband Andre beside him, reveals close friend

Final hours were 'peaceful'

Nottingham Post

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ITV Loose Women's Denise Welch exposes Paul O'Grady hilarious backstage 'secret'

"Paul O'Grady thought it was the best thing ever in the entire world!"

Nottingham Post

Paul O'Grady's rise from Birkenhead to top-tier TV - and mix-up that changed his name

The TV star, who has died at the age of 67, came from the most humble of beginnings before shooting to fame with his comic creation Lily Savage

Daily Mirror

Carol Vorderman pays tribute to her 'ferocious, warrior' friend Paul O'Grady

Paul never judged the vulnerable, the weak or the misunderstood, he fought for them like a lion. And I loved that about him above all things, writes Carol

Daily Mirror

Christopher Biggins reveals Paul O'Grady carried on smoking despite his doctor's warnings

Christopher Biggins has recalled trying to urge Paul O'Grady to quit smoking with the help of Cilla Black, after he ignored doctors' health warnings

Daily Mirror

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Tragedy of Paul O'Grady's pals - icons Cilla, Dale and Babs all hit by chronic illness

Iconic Brit Pack stars and best friends Paul O'Grady, Cilla Black, Dale Winton and Barbara Windsor all suffered from a slew of serious illnesses including strokes and dementia

Daily Mirror

From Lily Savage to Love of Dogs - Paul O'Grady's stellar career

So many brilliant achievements

Liverpool Echo

Loose Women's Denise Welch lets slip Paul O'Grady backstage 'secret' that risked chaos on ITV show

Loose Women star Den se fondly remembered something Paul O'Grady did which could have caused chaos on the ITV show

Chronicle Live

Devastated staff at Paul O'Grady's favourite Edinburgh bar pay tribute to 'iconic legend'

Workers from Planet Bar and Kitchen in Edinburgh have paid tribute to the late Paul O'Grady, who passed away on Tuesday, less than a week after he was singing karaoke and dancing with them.

Daily Record

Paul O’Grady’s heartbreaking confession as he remembered Cilla Black before his death aged 67

The TV and radio presenter was bereft after the death of his best friend and delivered touching yet comical eulogy at her funeral

Evening Standard

Paul O'Grady's unbreakable bond with 'loyal friend' Cilla Black

Paul previously spoke to the ECHO about his friendship with Cilla Black who was "more like a sister"

Liverpool Echo

Landmark bar which attracted celebrities still serving regulars

It's one of the oldest entertainment venues in the city which has hosted Ringo Starr, Cilla Black and more

Liverpool Echo

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The Independent UK

Burt Bacharach: A giant of popular music

With his masterful fusion of musical genres, Bacharach added classic after classic to the pop songbook – including Sixties masterpieces ‘Walk on By’, ‘I Say a Little Prayer’ and ‘Do You Know the Way to San Jose’

Liverpool Echo

Tributes paid to 'genuine superstar' who shared stage with The Beatles

Ted 'Kingsize' Taylor was a key player in the Mersybeat area

Liverpool Echo

Travelodge customer requests that left staff speechless

One customer asked a staff member to "urgently go and collect" their passport for them

Daily Mirror

Strictly Blackpool week song choices - including Destiny's Child Megamix

Tunes that celebs will Waltz, Samba and Foxtrot to at the Blackpool Tower Ballroom will feature an eclectic mix of hitmakers including Destiny Child, Rihanna and Cilla Black

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Chronicle Live

Can you fill my bath with scoops of ice cream? - Bizarre requests made by Travelodge guests this year

One guest asked a member of staff to record a voicemail from Cilla Black, while another wanted afternoon tea with Paddington Bear

The Guardian - UK

Three teams and a Cilla Black gameshow: the first Women’s Rugby League World Cup

A record crowd is expected at Headingley for the opening match of the Women’s Rugby League World Cup. The first tournament, in 2000, was very different

Liverpool Echo

Cilla Black's 'strange' food concoction that was her 'first taste of sin'

"I feel like my soul has been altered by this information"

Manchester Evening News

BBC Strictly's Kym Marsh pokes fun at herself as she 'morphs' into TV icon

Former Coronation Street star Kym reminded fans of another telly favourite

Liverpool Echo

Reason Travelodge has named a floor after every Beatle except Ringo

The ECHO contacted the hotel chain for an explanation

Liverpool Echo

Liverpool celebrities pay their respects after death of Queen Elizabeth II

Millions have taken to social media to pay tribute to The Queen - among them are famous faces from Liverpool

Daily Mirror

'The day I found Beatles manager Brian Epstein dead in bed 55 years ago'

Personal assistant to Beatles manager Brian, Joanne Petersen opens up about how discovering his body when he was just 32-years-old still haunts her today

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