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Paul O'Grady - a life in pictures
The TV host and comedian was known as the host of Blind Date and Blankety Blank, and for his drag queen persona Lily Savage. O'Grady's partner confirmed his 'unexpected but peaceful' passing on Wednesday.
The Guardian, 29th March 2023
Paul O'Grady: A life in pictures
Before his death aged 67, presenter, comedian and drag queen Paul O'Grady had a vibrant and varied career in the entertainment industry spanning more than three decades. After making his mark on London's comedy scene using his Lily Savage persona, O'Grady would go on become one of the most recognisable faces on TV.
Adam Durbin, BBC, 29th March 2023
Tributes paid to "funny, fearless, brave" Paul O'Grady
His husband Andre Portasio said he died "unexpectedly but peacefully" on Tuesday evening
Rob Corp, Laura Gozzi and Ece Goksedef, BBC, 29th March 2023
'It's tougher than ever to be a comedian'
Even for comedians, the cost of living crisis is no laughing matter. Soaring travel costs, unaffordable accommodation, stagnant fees and cash-strapped audiences have made it harder than ever to make a living on stage, BBC Scotland has been told.
Angus Cochrane, BBC, 29th March 2023
Archive: Paul O'Grady on his alter ego Lily Savage
In this video from 2002, he explained to TV host Michael Parkinson about his early days as Lily on the club scene in London.
BBC, 29th March 2023
Looking back at Paul O'Grady's 'blessed' life and Lily Savage's legacy
Entertainer Paul O'Grady who has died aged 67 spoke to The Big Issue last year about Lily Savage inspirations and his love of animals.
Steven Mackenzie, The Big Issue, 29th March 2023
Paul O'Grady's Savage quip to police as they raided the Vauxhall Tavern in 1987
"I was doing the late show and within seconds the place was heaving with coppers, all wearing rubber gloves. I remember saying something like, 'Well well, it looks like we've got help with the washing up.'"
Nicole Vassell, The Independent, 29th March 2023
Paul O'Grady: TV career highlights for presenter and comedian who died aged 67
O'Grady rose to fame with his drag queen persona Lily Savage, and went on to present shows such as Blankety Blank.
BBC, 29th March 2023
Monkey Barrel Comedy announces the first release of tickets to its Fringe 2023 programme
All tickets go on sale this Thursday at Noon on Edfringe.com.
Natalie O'Donoghue, Broadway World, 29th March 2023
Paul O'Grady obituary
From Lily Savage to TV national treasure, with a love of dogs.
Ian Youngs, BBC, 29th March 2023
The genius of Paul O'Grady, by Suzy Eddie Izzard, Russell T Davies and more
A boundary-busting stand-up, a radio sensation, a knockout on TV, a champion for LGBTQ rights, and a pet-lover extraordinaire ... stars and writers pay tribute to the many lives of Paul O'Grady.
Suzy Eddie Izzard, Russell T Davies, Eva Wiseman, Alexis Petridis, Shaun Opperman, Brian Logan and Peter Tatchell, The Guardian, 29th March 2023
Paul O'Grady obituary
Comedian, broadcaster and chat-show host who shot to widespread fame in the 1990s as his alter ego Lily Savage.
Stuart Jeffries, The Guardian, 29th March 2023
RIP Paul O'Grady, the left-wing drag queen who fought for the underdog
From Camden care worker to showbiz star - how Paul O'Grady became an unlikely national treasure.
Emily Bootle, i Newspaper, 29th March 2023
Paul O'Grady: The ultimate outsider who became a national treasure
The roof-raising riot, who combined warm compassion with outrageously spiky wit, has died unexpectedly aged 67. Michael Hogan looks back on his glittering career.
Michael Hogan, The Independent, 29th March 2023
Paul O'Grady faced down Tory austerity, homophobia and shame - he was a true hero
As Lily Savage and as himself, he confronted prejudice and celebrated gay culture. His stories must not die with him.
Matt Cain, The Guardian, 29th March 2023
Paul O'Grady was so much more than just a national treasure
Don't forget what he really stood for.
David Opie, Digital Spy, 29th March 2023
Daisy May Cooper shuts down James Bond rumours: "Jokes"
Rumours had previously surfaced suggesting that Cooper was in line for the role of M.
James Hibbs, Radio Times, 29th March 2023
Motherland's future on pause amid cast's busy schedules
Merman comedy's future unclear as Jon Petrie explains diary struggles.
Ellie Kahn, Broadcast, 29th March 2023
Paul O'Grady wanted police to apologise for 'homophobic' 1987 arrest
Paul O'Grady had been preparing to publicly call for an apology from police for his 1987 arrest before his sudden death.
Jake McKee, Pink News, 29th March 2023
Paul O'Grady had a heartbreaking reason for not bringing back Lily Savage
2005 saw O'Grady grapple with personal tragedy when his partner of 25 years and manager, Brendan Murphy, died after being diagnosed with an inoperable brain tumour. In a 2012 interview with the Daily Mail, O'Grady revealed that Murphy's death and the vital role he'd played in Lily's success was part of the reason why he no longer wished to perform as Lily in public, saying she "sort of died with him".
Will Stroude, Pink News, 29th March 2023
Paul O'Grady alter ego Lily Savage 'a voice for a queer generation'
The legacy of his witty blonde alter ego Lily Savage has been described by the drag community as trailblazing and life-changing.
Charley Adams, BBC, 29th March 2023
Daisy May Cooper: 'I wonder now - would I have done OnlyFans?'
Ahead of her starring role in hot new BBC comedy drama Rain Dogs, Bafta award-winning actress Daisy May Cooper tells Alexandra Jones about scars from her childhood, why she auditioned to be a stripper and quitting social media.
Alexandra Jones, Evening Standard, 29th March 2023Podcasts
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