Paul O'Grady
- English
- Actor, stand-up comedian and presenter
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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 2023Paul 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 2023Tributes 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 2023Paul O'Grady dies aged 67
Paul O'Grady has died "unexpectedly but peacefully".
British Comedy Guide, 29th March 2023Archive: 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 2023Looking 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 2023Paul 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 2023Paul 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 2023Paul O'Grady obituary
From Lily Savage to TV national treasure, with a love of dogs.
Ian Youngs, BBC, 29th March 2023Paul O'Grady interview
As he prepares to return to Edinburgh as Miss Hannigan in a touring production of Annie, Paul O'Grady recalls how an incendiary Fringe performance in the city in 1991 ignited his career.
Mark Fisher, The Scotsman, 14th March 2023