Paul O'Grady
British comedian, actor and television presenter (1955-2023) · United Kingdom · On the map · Comedians · Died at 67
Paul James O'Grady was an English drag queen, comedian, broadcaster, actor, and writer. He achieved notability in the London gay scene during the 1980s with his drag persona Lily Savage, through which he gained wider popularity in the 1990s.
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In 1985, O'Grady began compering in the role of Lily Savage at the Royal Vauxhall Tavern (RVT).
Several of O'Grady's Lily Savage costumes on display at the Walker Art Gallery, Liverpool
O'Grady at the 2009 funeral of actress Wendy Richard
Through his series For the Love of Dogs, O'Grady built links with the Battersea Dogs and Cats Home in South London, becoming an ambassador for the charity.
Battersea Dogs and Cats Home thank O'Grady at Pride in London 2023Awards
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O'Grady subsequently dropped the character and in the 2000s became the presenter of various television and radio shows, including The Paul O'Grady Show.
Country
United Kingdom
Category
Comedians
Type
Comedian
Status
Deceased
Dates
Lived 1955 to 2023 · aged 67
