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Paul O’Grady’s funeral will be held at animal haven in Kent that the broadcaster loved
Paul O’Grady’s producer says late star was robbed of leaving party after Radio 2 exit
Paul O’Grady’s devastated daughter breaks silence on his death
Who is the late Paul O’Grady’s husband Andre Portasio?
ANDRE Portasio is a former-professional ballerina who married the late television star Paul O’Grady in 2017.
The two created countless memories together until Paul’s tragic death.
Who is Andre Portasio?
Andre Portasio is a former-professional ballerina.
He began dating entertainer Paul O’Grady 11 years before they tied the knot.
He used to perform with the English National Ballet.
The pair began dating in 2006 before marrying in the summer of 2017.
When did Paul O’Grady and Andre Portasio get married?
Andre and Paul got hitched in a 30-minute ceremony in the gardens of The Goring Hotel, central London, on August 5, 2017.
Guests such as actors Ian McKellen, Michael Cashman, and comedian Julian Clary then enjoyed champagne on the private lawn and canapes, including smoked salmon pancake rolls and Dorset crab cornets.
The wedding reception menu included cured sea bream and glazed ox cheek.
A close friend told The Sun: “Paul is as happy as he’s ever been to be married to Andre.
Paul told The Sun: “I remember Joan Collins on my show saying the secret to a happy marriage was different bathrooms. She was right — and separate bedrooms also work a treat. I don’t like sharing a bed.
“What if I want to read? I also have to listen to the shipping forecast before I sleep.”
The couple shared a sprawling property near Kent which featured a fruit orchard, an outdoor swimming pool, and a summer house.
When did Paul O’Grady die?
Paul died “unexpectedly but peacefully” on March 27, 2023, his beloved partner confirmed.
“It is with great sadness that I inform you that Paul has passed away unexpectedly but peacefully yesterday evening,” said Andre Portasio.
“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.
“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.”
While his cause of death remains a mystery, he was open about health struggles in recent years.
In 2020, Paul shared that he had suffered three heart attacks, kidney failure and a coronavirus scare behind him.
Paul suffered heart attacks in 2002, 2006 and 2014, and his parents both died of heart issues.
Did Paul O’Grady have any children?
In 1974 Paul had a daughter, Sharon, with his friend Diane Jansen.
Paul shared a good relationship with his only child and even gave her away at her wedding.
He also has a grandson named Abel and a granddaughter called Halo.
Paul O’Grady’s heartbreaking final post mourning loss of beloved pet days before he died aged 67
PAUL O’Grady spoke of his heartache at losing one of his beloved pets just days before he died at age 67.
The Lilly Savage and Radio 2 star passed away “unexpectedly but peacefully” yesterday evening.
The star’s cause of death is yet to be confirmed[/caption]
Paul‘s cause of death is yet to be confirmed, but he had struggled with his health in recent years.
The shock loss has left fans and fellow celebs around the world heartbroken.
And just two weeks ago Paul told how he was grieving – after the loss of one of his beloved pet pigs.
Along with a video of the hog, animal lover Paul wrote: “Got back from a week in Newcastle playing Miss Hannigan in Annie to find that Tom Tom, one of my pigs had been put to sleep.
“I knew it was coming as he’d been diagnosed with a tumour but even so it’s awful when you lose a pet.
“He was the cheekiest of the gang and one of the other pigs who was obviously very fond of him is now depressed and gone into mourning and there’s those who say that animals don’t have feelings.
“On a lighter note I’m thoroughly enjoying playing Hannigan again after so long especially with a truly amazing and lovely cast. Next stop Edinburgh.”
Last night, Paul’s 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.
“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.
“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.”
Paul had been touring around the country in Annie, playing character Ms Hannigan right up until his death.
He had been booked to play the part for another week in Liverpool in June.
Born on June 14, 1955 in Birkenhead, before he hit the big time, TV star Paul performed as Lily Savage in the 80s.
He started off working the drag circuit with his act across pubs and clubs, and as he grew popular he eventually toured the country.
From 1989 to 1992, Paul performed annually as Lily at the Edinburgh Fringe Festival, gaining increasing recognition for his act.
Paul followed this with a show titled Lily Savage Live from the Hackney Empire, which proved to be a sell-out.
Once he had gained national success, Paul was then asked to bring his act to mainstream TV.
He made guest appearances on TV programmes like The Bill and Brookside.
But it was when he took over from the late Paula Yates on The Big Breakfast from 1995 to 96 that he really hit the big time.
However he packed it in after one year saying that the early mornings “didn’t agree” with him.
As Lily he also hosted a reboot of hit BBC quiz show Blankety Blank.
Paul and Cilla Black were firm friends right up until she died back in 2015.
He even delivered the eulogy at Cilla’s funeral.