Tributes pour in for Paul O’Grady
The comedian, actor and presenter died on Tuesday aged 67
Fans, friends and showbiz colleagues have been celebrating the life of Paul O’Grady MBE following the news of his sudden death earlier this week.
ITV’s Managing Director of Media and Entertainment, Kevin Lygo, on behalf of ITV:
“We are fortunate to have had a long association with Paul, at ITV. He was a huge, inimitable talent, delighting our viewers through his comedy and entertainment with a warmth, humour and joy that audiences of all generations related to and connected with.
“He had a profound passion for animals too, which resonated with so many viewers, and For The Love of Dogs remains one of our best-loved series and a really special programme for so many. All those who worked with Paul are shocked and deeply saddened at his passing and the thoughts of everyone at ITV are with Paul’s loved ones.”
Paul O’Grady hosted For the Love of Dogs from 2012, with a forthcoming series to air next month.
