Vanessa Feltz pays heartfelt tribute to Paul O’ Grady as Lily Savage star is laid to rest

Vanessa Feltz's ex fiancé Ben Ofoedu has opened up on how his life "spiralled out of control" following their break-up.The star has shared all about the most difficult time in a new interview amid a highly-publicised cheating scandal. Admitting that he could "understand how people want to end it all" when everything falls apart, Ben also said that bagging a new role in a London theatre show called Tony n' Tina's Wedding "saved" him.The 50 year old has taken on the role of a character called Vinnie Black in an immersive wedding-themed theatre show.The star said that the work opportunity also helped him amid grieving the death of his brother Roy, who sadly died recently at the age of 47.

Eurovision Song Contest have been left feeling emotional after a clip of the late Paul O’Grady was shown during the first semi-finals.The performance is believed to be O’Grady’s last television appearance and was shared during the semi-final rounds of the iconic singing competition, following permission being granted from his family.The actor, comedian and television presenter was much-loved for his show For The Love Of Dogs, as well as for his frequent pantomime performances and long-running character Lily Savage. His death was confirmed earlier this year (March 28).The news of his passing came midway through the ongoing UK tour of musical Annie, which he was starring in, and just days after he signed a new contract with Boom Radio station.

67-year-old, known for his character Lily Savage, was laid to rest at a private funeral in Kent last week. Fans of the animal lover were also invited to join a procession through the streets around Aldington before heading to the church. Dogs and their owners also lined the streets in Paul's hometown of Birkenhead.

Paul O'Grady's celebrity friends reminisced over the late star and sang his praises following his funeral on Thursday. After the late comedian was laid to rest, a new post shared on his Instagram account read: "Yesterday was a very sad day. We said goodbye to our beloved Paul O'Grady.

Paul O'Grady's celebrity friends reminisced over the late star and sang his praises following his funeral on Thursday. After the late comedian was laid to rest, a new post shared on his Instagram account read: "Yesterday was a very sad day. We said goodbye to our beloved Paul O'Grady.

Comedian and TV star Paul O’Grady has been laid to rest following a “moving” yet “jolly” service which included a eulogy from actor Julian Clary and a reading from Lord Michael Cashman. Paul, who rose to fame as Lily Savage before going on to host a string of television programmes, died “unexpectedly but peacefully” at his home on March 28 at the age of 67.

Paul O'Grady's daughter, Sharyn Mousley, and his grandson paid tribute to the showbiz legend's famous drag alter ego Lily Savage at his funeral in Kent today. The wooden coffin of Paul O'Grady was adorned with a wreath of lilies before being carried into the church. Sharyn entered the church with her son, who held the wig of Lily Savage in a moving tribute to her dad.

Paul O’Grady’s daughter brought a fitting gift to her father’s final resting place with a reference to his alter ego Lily Savage. The late comedian and presenter died in March at the age of 67, leading to an outpouring of love, which on Friday could be seen on the streets of Kent as O’Grady’s funeral took place. His funeral was attended by his family, including husband Andre Portasio, close friends and family, with his daughter Sharyn Mousley seen arriving at the cemetery dressed all in black and with a veil over her face.

Much-loved TV legend Paul O'Grady has been laid to rest in a private service attended by his loved ones and celebrity pals.The funeral of the comedian, presenter and Lily Savage icon was held at St Rumwold’s Church in the village of Bonnington in Kent on Thursday afternoon, conducted by Reverend Canon Roger Martin. Paul passed away "unexpectedly but peacefully" on March 28 at the home he shared with his husband, Andre. His cause of death was later revealed as "sudden cardiac arrhythmia".

Paul O'Grady's heartbroken daughter Sharyn Mousley arrived to his funeral on Thursday with her son, who carried the late TV star's iconic Lily Savage wig, in emotional scenes. Sharyn, 48, who is Paul's only child, looked visibly upset as she arrived at St Rumwold's Church in Aldington, Kent for her beloved father's funeral, following his death on 28 March.

Paul O’Grady's devastated partner Andre Portasio cradled one of his beloved pet dogs as he rode as part of the late entertainer's funeral cortege as it travelled through the village of Aldington. Andre was visibly emotional as he saw the outpouring of love and grief for his husband of five years, after locals in the village were invited to line the streets as the cortege passed. TV legend Paul, who famously portrayed the drag act Lily Savage, passed away "unexpectedly but peacefully" aged 67 on March 28 at home with Andre.

A host of famous faces have arrived at Paul O’Grady’s funeral to mourn their late friend.The TV favourite passed away “unexpectedly” aged 67 on 28 March, leaving his friends, family and fans heartbroken. Paul is being laid to rest in a private ceremony in Kent, where the star had lived for 20 years years. Ahead of the service, fans of the late comic and presenter lined the streets to pay their respects – dogs and all.

A guard of honour by animals loved so dearly by Paul O'Grady from Battersea Cat and Dogs Home will take place before the much loved comedian's funeral today (Thursday, April 20).

Beloved comedian and Drag Queen Paul O’Grady is set to be laid to rest today as his family, friends and fans gather to mourn and celebrate his life in Kent.The comedian tragically passed away at the age of 67 on 28 March 2023 from a sudden cardiac arrhythmia, which is an unexpected heart attack with no apparent cause. Paul’s funeral will take place on Thursday, 20 April and pay tribute to his work as a charity ambassador for Battersea Dogs and Cats Home.The service will see a number of dogs from the shelter form a Guard of Honour for the late comedian as a special nod to Paul’s work.

This Morning agony aunt Vanessa Feltz has revealed that she is on the hunt for a new suitor while revealing the very specific condition she has. Vanessa, who recently claimed that the Queen Consort Camilla keeps a lid on King Charles’ temper, broke up with her partner of 17 years, Ben Ofoedu, earlier this year after discovering he had been cheating and messaging fans on social media. Vanessa has been incredibly open about the split and the effect it has had on her, leading to massive support from fans and friends like Holly Willoughby and Alison Hammond.

the Mail on Sunday is reporting that plans for the star's funeral are well underway. The celebration of his life is understood to be planned for Port Lympne Safari Park in Kent, where he was a regular visitor. Read More: Cardiac arrhythmia symptoms as Paul O'Grady's cause of death confirmedPaul lived just three miles from Port Lympne.

Paul O’Grady’s cause of death was sudden cardiac arrhythmia, his death certificate states. The broadcasting legend, who presented programmes including The Paul O’Grady Show, Blankety Blank and For The Love Of Dogs, died "unexpectedly but peacefully" at the age of 67. His death certificate has confirmed how Paul died, listing sudden cardiac arrhythmia – which was linked to heart disease – as the cause.

Paul O’Grady fans have been left in tears after the first episode of his hit show For the Love of Dogs aired on Thursday night, following his tragic death. After the comedian died ‘unexpectedly but peacefully’ at the end of March aged 67, the new series - and what will now be the last - began airing last night.

ITV paid a 'silent' tribute to Paul O'Grady as the last ever series of For The Love Of Dogs with the late entertainer began. Series 11 of the hit TV show was filmed last year before O'Grady's 'unexpected' death, aged 67, last month.

Vanessa Feltz has named two of her 'proper' This Morning pals after they supported her following her split from fiance Ben Ofoedu. The TV and radio star shared the news of her split from her partner of 16 years at the start of February by sharing a video on Instagram.