Coronation Street's Sally Lindsay tearfully recalls final conversation with Paul O'Grady

Paul O’Grady's close friend has opened up about the day the TV star passed away, revealing they'd had the "perfect afternoon" together at Paul's home before his death. Malcolm Prince, who was also Paul's producer, paid tribute to the late Lily Savage star in a new interview, where he explained how the pair had been "laughing" and "reminiscing" all afternoon at Paul's home just hours before he passed away. "On the day that Paul died, I was at his home, having a cup of tea," Malcolm told Radio Times.

The late Paul O'Grady is about to be seen in his final ever series of For the Love of Dogs - and in his last chat about the ITV show, he pays a poignant tribute to the "privilege" of working with the residents of Battersea Dogs' Home. News of Paul's death on 28 March came as a shock, with his 11th series of passion project Paul O'Grady: For the Love of Dogs already completed and ready to air. Once more, he'll meet rescue dogs facing all kinds of hardship and his final interview about the show is full of the love he felt for the dogs he met.

Paul O’Grady voiced his funeral plans back in 2017 – six years before the star’s death. The TV favourite and animal lover sadly passed away earlier this month at the age of 67, leaving his friends, fans and family heartbroken. In the wake of his passing, an old interview from 2017 has resurfaced where the Lily Savage star shared his plans for his funeral – which included a glass coffin.

ITV soap until 2014, is now dad to daughter Georgia, 13, and son Hal, 10, with husband Cameron Laux. And he remembered: “Paul would always manage to make you laugh, and he absolutely didn’t mince his words. He could be brutal.

Following the sad news of the passing of British entertaining icon Paul O' Grady, fellow comedian and OK! columnist Judi Love wishes her condolences to his family. Writing in her weekly column, a "heartbroken" Judi says his death is a reminder to "embrace every moment". Here, she also reveals why she can't wait for life on the road, gives a glimpse into her latest Loose Women party, discusses the recent school shooting in Nashville and congratulates her Loose Men co-stars on the recent RTS win.

Paul O'Grady's close friend Amanda Mealing has opened up on the TV star's wish for his funeral. Presenter and Lily Savage star Paul, who passed away this week "unexpectedly but peacefully" at the age of 67, told those attending to have "a good time." "He’d hate it if everyone was morose," Amanda, who starred in Holby City as Connie Beauchamp, told The Mirror. 'Whatever happens, Paul’s funeral will be a celebration of his life and it will be full of laughter.

Paul O'Grady fans were moved to tears after an old episode of Blankety Blank, hosted by Paul’s famous drag alter ego Lily Savage, aired on Saturday night, 1 April. Paul tragically passed away on 28 March, leaving his fans, friends and family devastated. And to honour the late star's memory, the BBC aired an old Blankety Blank episode on Saturday night from September 1998, which also featured guest appearances from Davina McCall, Sir Ian McKellen, Gray O’Brien, Rebecca Callard, Sophie Lawrence and Dale Winton.

late comedian and TV personality after the news he died, aged 67, on Tuesday evening (March 28). In a statement on Wednesday, Paul's husband Andre Portasio said: "It is with great sadness that I inform you that Paul has passed away unexpectedly but peacefully yesterday evening. READ MORE: Paul O'Grady's final Instagram post says everything about TV star"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.

Paul O’Grady had an impressive net worth of £6.4 million prior to his devastating death. The former Blankety Blank host passed away unexpectedly on Tuesday, 28 March. Confirming the news of his death, Paul’s heartbroken husband Andre Portasio said in a statement: “It is with great sadness that I inform you that Paul has passed away unexpectedly but peacefully yesterday evening.

ITV has revealed the air date for Paul O’Grady’s For The Love Of Dogs show following his sudden death earlier this week. National treasure and activist Paul, who made his big break as Drag Queen Lily Savage, tragically passed away on Wednesday.

READ MORE: ITV Coronation Street's Jodie Prenger praised over sweet gesture to Paul O'Grady as she welcomes new addition to familyHe added: "He will be greatly missed by his loved ones, friends, family, animals and all those who enjoyed his humour, wit and compassion. I know that he would want me to thank you for all the love you have shown him over the years. "Sharing his unseen images to Instagram, Alan wrote: "I’ve been no use to anyone today.

Former Coronation Street star Sally Lindsay held back tears during an interview as she recalled the final time she spoke to close friend Paul O'Grady.

ITV's Sharon Marshall has been forced to apologise after seemingly confirming a Coronation Street exit on her weekly segment.

TV presenter and comedian Paul O’Grady "unexpectedly by peacefully" passed away at the age of 67, leaving his fans bereft and his family devastated. Paul's husband Andre Portasio shared the tragic news in a statement given to the PA news agency, which read: "It is with great sadness that I inform you that Paul has passed away unexpectedly but peacefully yesterday evening." Paul and Andre married in 2017 and had been in a relationship since 2005.They decided to marry after it was suggested to them by fellow comic Julian Clary. "Julian put the seed in my head.

Numerous celebrities have shared heartfelt tributes to late TV presenter Paul O'Grady after it was announced he'd sadly passed away on 28 March, with Susan Boyle now joining mourners in sharing memories.The singer, 61, took to Instagram, where she shared a pair of photos of herself and her late friend. She penned the heartbreaking caption: "Paul, you were one in a million, kind, funny, and a great friend. "When I saw you last week in Edinburgh, never would I have thought this was goodbye.

Sharon Marshall has been forced to issue an apology after appearing to confirm a Coronation Street exit. The 'soap Queen' was back on This Morning on Wednesday (March 29) for her weekly segment in which she teases viewers with what's to come in Corrie as well as Emmerdale, EastEnders and Hollyoaks.

Sally Lindsay was left completely puzzled during Wednesday's edition of This Morning when she came on the show to pay tribute to her close friend Paul O'Grady, who sadly died at the age of 67. The Coronation Street star, 49, appeared via video link to discuss the tragic news of the sudden and unexpected passing of popular comedian and chat show host Paul. Speaking to presenters Holly Willoughby and Joel Dommett, who was standing in for Phillip Schofield, Sally fought back tears as she recalled her wonderful memories with the northern TV star, who was also well-known for his drag queen persona Lily Savage.

ITV's schedule for the coming weeks has been changed in order to pay tribute to late TV presenter Paul O'Grady, who passed away on 28 March aged 67. News of Paul's passing broke on Wednesday morning, with the late star's husband Andre Portasio announcing the sad news in a statement. In light of the news, ITV has switched up its schedule to allow for a tribute to be aired for Paul, as well as For the Love of Dogs: A Royal Special to be aired again.

Comedian and all-round TV legend Paul O’Grady sadly passed away yesterday at the age of 67. The broadcaster, who gained popularity back in the 1990s with his drag Queen persona Lily Savage, was also a famous animal advocate, and dedicated much of his life to charity work. So much so, that in 2016, he was presented with the Outstanding Contribution to Animal Welfare award at the RSPCA's Animal Hero Awards.

ITV has confirmed changes to its planned schedule following the death of Paul O'Grady. The comedian and TV presenter was said to be "laughing, smiling and full of life” shortly before his 'unexpected' death on Tuesday evening (March 28).