Paul O'Grady

Paul O'Grady, an entertainer best known for his work as drag queen Lily Savage before transitioning into a beloved comedian and television personality in Britain, has passed away. He was 67.

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A comedian who originated from the alternative homosexual comedy scene and rose to become a national treasure was paid respect to by Britain's queen consort, who partnered with O'Grady to assist animal charities.

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O'Grady passed away on Tuesday night "unexpectedly but quietly," according to his lover Andre Portasio.

According to Portasio, "he will be deeply missed by his loved ones, friends, family, animals, and all those who liked his humour, wit, and compassion."

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Born in Birkenhead, near Liverpool, in 1955, O’Grady was working as a local-authority care worker when he began performing as Savage, a tart-tongued Liverpudlian drag queen.

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