Fans, friends and colleagues are continuing to pay tribute to Paul O’Grady, who died on Tuesday evening (28 March), aged 67.
Queen Camilla, Elton John, Lorraine Kelly, Piers Morgan, Joe Lycett and others from the TV industry have paid tribute, as well as MPs at PMQs on Wednesday afternoon (29 March).
Dominic Raab was mocked after incorrectly paying tribute to the “incredible comic Paul Grayson”, instead of Paul O’Grady.
“Paul Grayson was an incredible comic, but he also...” Raab said during PMQs on Wednesday 29 March, before eventually correcting himself.
In 2013, O’Grady made a poignant comment on death and living past the age of 60.
Throughout his career, the TV host, known for his drag persona Lily Savage, won numerous accolades including a TV Bafta, a British Comedy Award, and a National Television Award for The Paul O’Grady Show.
He was also known for his love for animals. He lived in a farmhouse...
Queen Camilla, Elton John, Lorraine Kelly, Piers Morgan, Joe Lycett and others from the TV industry have paid tribute, as well as MPs at PMQs on Wednesday afternoon (29 March).
Dominic Raab was mocked after incorrectly paying tribute to the “incredible comic Paul Grayson”, instead of Paul O’Grady.
“Paul Grayson was an incredible comic, but he also...” Raab said during PMQs on Wednesday 29 March, before eventually correcting himself.
In 2013, O’Grady made a poignant comment on death and living past the age of 60.
Throughout his career, the TV host, known for his drag persona Lily Savage, won numerous accolades including a TV Bafta, a British Comedy Award, and a National Television Award for The Paul O’Grady Show.
He was also known for his love for animals. He lived in a farmhouse...
- 3/30/2023
- by Peony Hirwani,Nicole Vassell,Roisin O'Connor,Inga Parkel and Tom Murray
- The Independent - TV
Dominic Raab is being mocked after incorrectly paying tribute to the “incredible comic Paul Grayson”, instead of Paul O’Grady.
The presenter and comedian died on Tuesday evening (28 March), aged 67.
“Paul Grayson was an incredible comic, but he also...” Raab said during PMQs on Wednesday 29 March, before eventually correcting himself.
He went on to suggest the late comic’s alter-ego, Lily Savage, “broke glass ceilings and boundaries”.
Queen Camilla, Elton John, Lorraine Kelly, Piers Morgan, and others from the TV industry have paid tribute, as well as MPs at PMQs on Wednesday afternoon (29 March).
In 2013, O’Grady made a poignant comment on death and living past the age of 60.
Throughout his career the TV host, known for his drag persona Lily Savage, won numerous accolades including a TV Bafta, a British Comedy Award, and a National Television Award for The Paul O’Grady Show.
He was also known for his love for animals.
The presenter and comedian died on Tuesday evening (28 March), aged 67.
“Paul Grayson was an incredible comic, but he also...” Raab said during PMQs on Wednesday 29 March, before eventually correcting himself.
He went on to suggest the late comic’s alter-ego, Lily Savage, “broke glass ceilings and boundaries”.
Queen Camilla, Elton John, Lorraine Kelly, Piers Morgan, and others from the TV industry have paid tribute, as well as MPs at PMQs on Wednesday afternoon (29 March).
In 2013, O’Grady made a poignant comment on death and living past the age of 60.
Throughout his career the TV host, known for his drag persona Lily Savage, won numerous accolades including a TV Bafta, a British Comedy Award, and a National Television Award for The Paul O’Grady Show.
He was also known for his love for animals.
- 3/29/2023
- by Peony Hirwani,Nicole Vassell,Roisin O'Connor,Inga Parkel and Tom Murray
- The Independent - TV
Update 6.20 a.m. Pst: ITV is pushing on with the latest season of Paul O’Grady For the Love of Dogs and has changed its upcoming schedules to commemorate the TV star, who died unexpectedly Tuesday evening aged 67.
The UK network will repeat an episode of Paul O’Grady’s For the Love of Dogs: A Royal Special at 5 p.m. GMT (9 a.m. Pst) tonight in place of The Chase, before For the Love of Paul O’Grady airs on Sunday April 9 in tribute to the star.
The new series of Paul O’Grady: For the Love of Dogs, his hit ITV animal show which programs boss Kevin Lygo called “one of our best-loved series,” will air as planned from Thursday April 13.
Previously: British TV host, comedian and actor Paul O’Grady died “unexpectedly but peacefully” on Tuesday evening according to a statement by his husband which was provided to local media.
The UK network will repeat an episode of Paul O’Grady’s For the Love of Dogs: A Royal Special at 5 p.m. GMT (9 a.m. Pst) tonight in place of The Chase, before For the Love of Paul O’Grady airs on Sunday April 9 in tribute to the star.
The new series of Paul O’Grady: For the Love of Dogs, his hit ITV animal show which programs boss Kevin Lygo called “one of our best-loved series,” will air as planned from Thursday April 13.
Previously: British TV host, comedian and actor Paul O’Grady died “unexpectedly but peacefully” on Tuesday evening according to a statement by his husband which was provided to local media.
- 3/29/2023
- by Nancy Tartaglione and Max Goldbart
- Deadline Film + TV
Dominic Raab got Paul O’Grady’s name wrong while paying tribute to the late TV star and comedian.
The deputy prime minister was speaking during PMQs when he addressed the “unexpected” death of 67-year-old O’Grady, which was announced on Wednesday (29 March).
Taking to the podium, the Conservative politican said: “Paul Grayson was an incredible comic, but he also...”
After heckling from those gathered in the House of Commons, he smiled, before correcting himself.
Raab the paid tribute to O’Grady, whom he said “broke glass ceilings and boundaries” with his alter-ego, Lily Savage.
O’Grady was a vocal critic of the Conservative party. In the wake of his death, a clip of him tearing into the Tories during his ITV chat show The Paul O’Grady Show went viral on social media.
“I bet when they were children they laughed in Bambi when his mother got shot,” he said. At one stage,...
The deputy prime minister was speaking during PMQs when he addressed the “unexpected” death of 67-year-old O’Grady, which was announced on Wednesday (29 March).
Taking to the podium, the Conservative politican said: “Paul Grayson was an incredible comic, but he also...”
After heckling from those gathered in the House of Commons, he smiled, before correcting himself.
Raab the paid tribute to O’Grady, whom he said “broke glass ceilings and boundaries” with his alter-ego, Lily Savage.
O’Grady was a vocal critic of the Conservative party. In the wake of his death, a clip of him tearing into the Tories during his ITV chat show The Paul O’Grady Show went viral on social media.
“I bet when they were children they laughed in Bambi when his mother got shot,” he said. At one stage,...
- 3/29/2023
- by Jacob Stolworthy
- The Independent - TV
Entertainer Paul O’Grady, who achieved fame as drag queen Lily Savage before becoming a much-loved comedian and host on British television, has died. He was 67.
Britain’s queen consort, who worked with O’Grady to support animal charities, led tributes to a performer who emerged from the alternative gay comedy scene and became a national treasure.
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O’Grady’s partner Andre Portasio said he died “unexpectedly but peacefully” on Tuesday evening.
“He will be greatly missed by his loved ones, friends, family, animals and all those who enjoyed his humor, wit and compassion,” Portasio said in a statement.
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.
Savage became a fixture as a standup and talent-show host at London’s Royal Vauxhall Tavern,...
Britain’s queen consort, who worked with O’Grady to support animal charities, led tributes to a performer who emerged from the alternative gay comedy scene and became a national treasure.
Read More: Lance Reddick, ‘The Wire’ And ‘John Wick’ Star, Dead At 60
O’Grady’s partner Andre Portasio said he died “unexpectedly but peacefully” on Tuesday evening.
“He will be greatly missed by his loved ones, friends, family, animals and all those who enjoyed his humor, wit and compassion,” Portasio said in a statement.
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.
Savage became a fixture as a standup and talent-show host at London’s Royal Vauxhall Tavern,...
- 3/29/2023
- by Corey Atad
- ET Canada
U.K. broadcaster ITV has revealed the schedule changes brought about by the death of popular British presenter and comedian Paul O’Grady.
At 5pm U.K. time on March 29 “Paul O’Grady’s For the Love of Dogs: A Royal Special” will be repeated on ITV1, replacing the repeat of “The Chase.”
At 8pm U.K. time on April 9, ITV will broadcast “For the Love of Paul O’Grady” on ITV1, in tribute to the departed comedian.
At 8:30pm on April 13, the new season of “Paul O’Grady: For the Love of Dogs” will air on ITV1, as planned.
Meanwhile, ITV’s managing director of media and entertainment, Kevin Lygo, said: “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, humor and joy that audiences of all generations related to and connected with.
At 5pm U.K. time on March 29 “Paul O’Grady’s For the Love of Dogs: A Royal Special” will be repeated on ITV1, replacing the repeat of “The Chase.”
At 8pm U.K. time on April 9, ITV will broadcast “For the Love of Paul O’Grady” on ITV1, in tribute to the departed comedian.
At 8:30pm on April 13, the new season of “Paul O’Grady: For the Love of Dogs” will air on ITV1, as planned.
Meanwhile, ITV’s managing director of media and entertainment, Kevin Lygo, said: “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, humor and joy that audiences of all generations related to and connected with.
- 3/29/2023
- by Naman Ramachandran
- Variety Film + TV
British entertainment has lost a truly unique talent. From drag to dogs, gameshows to the gay scene, trailblazer Paul O’Grady was one of our very best. Millions of us who’ve savoured his effervescent screen presence over the past 35 years have been left heartbroken by the news that he has died aged 67. O’Grady’s versatile career as a comedian, TV presenter, radio DJ and theatre performer means that there are few Britons whose lives he hasn’t touched. It’s not hyperbole to suggest that he attained national treasure status.
I first became aware of O’Grady – although I didn’t know that was his name back then – on the stand-up comedy circuit during the Nineties. As his drag queen alter ego Lily Savage, he was a roof-raising riot. With near the knuckle gags (“Me and my husband have an open marriage. I’m hopin’ he’ll f*** off...
I first became aware of O’Grady – although I didn’t know that was his name back then – on the stand-up comedy circuit during the Nineties. As his drag queen alter ego Lily Savage, he was a roof-raising riot. With near the knuckle gags (“Me and my husband have an open marriage. I’m hopin’ he’ll f*** off...
- 3/29/2023
- by Michael Hogan
- The Independent - TV
British presenter and comedian Paul O’Grady has died. He was 67.
O’Grady’s death was confirmed to the BBC by his partner Andre Portasio, who said the popular TV host died “unexpectedly but peacefully” on Tuesday evening.
O’Grady was known for his drag queen persona Lily Savage. A mainstay on British television, he was also the host of ITV’s “The Paul O’Grady Show” and Channel 5’s “Blind Date” reboot. A well-known animal lover, O’Grady presented ITV’s “For the Love of Dogs” and was a supporter of the Battersea Dogs & Cats Home.
Portasio said in a statement: “It is with great sadness that I inform you that Paul has passed away unexpectedly but peacefully yesterday evening…
“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...
O’Grady’s death was confirmed to the BBC by his partner Andre Portasio, who said the popular TV host died “unexpectedly but peacefully” on Tuesday evening.
O’Grady was known for his drag queen persona Lily Savage. A mainstay on British television, he was also the host of ITV’s “The Paul O’Grady Show” and Channel 5’s “Blind Date” reboot. A well-known animal lover, O’Grady presented ITV’s “For the Love of Dogs” and was a supporter of the Battersea Dogs & Cats Home.
Portasio said in a statement: “It is with great sadness that I inform you that Paul has passed away unexpectedly but peacefully yesterday evening…
“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...
- 3/29/2023
- by Manori Ravindran
- Variety Film + TV
Ofcom is investigating The Paul O'Grady Show after the host inhaled helium live on air.
The broadcasting watchdog will determine whether it was dangerous for the presenter to inhale the gas on the pre-watershed ITV show.
Helium is often inhaled as a party piece, but can prove dangerous as it cuts off oxygen to the body and can even cause gas bubbles in the blood in extreme cases.
An Ofcom spokesman said: "Ofcom has opened an investigation into whether it was harmful for the presenter to demonstrate inhaling helium gas during this live pre-watershed show."
O'Grady recently promised that we won't be seeing him on Strictly Come Dancing any time soon, claiming that he'd 'smash Craig Revel Horwood's face in'.
Meanwhile, Ofcom has also announced that it is looking into Nigel Farage's recent appearance on Good Morning Britain, following claims the programme breached impartiality rules by failing to...
The broadcasting watchdog will determine whether it was dangerous for the presenter to inhale the gas on the pre-watershed ITV show.
Helium is often inhaled as a party piece, but can prove dangerous as it cuts off oxygen to the body and can even cause gas bubbles in the blood in extreme cases.
An Ofcom spokesman said: "Ofcom has opened an investigation into whether it was harmful for the presenter to demonstrate inhaling helium gas during this live pre-watershed show."
O'Grady recently promised that we won't be seeing him on Strictly Come Dancing any time soon, claiming that he'd 'smash Craig Revel Horwood's face in'.
Meanwhile, Ofcom has also announced that it is looking into Nigel Farage's recent appearance on Good Morning Britain, following claims the programme breached impartiality rules by failing to...
- 5/19/2015
- Digital Spy
American Idol was announced to be coming to an end after 15 seasons yesterday (May 12), but did you know that Ryan Seacrest used to have a co-host?
Brian Dunkleman hosted the Fox competition's first season alongside Ryan Seacrest, before the latter took sole control. History has not been kind to poor old Brian since, with Fox TV CEO Dana Walden joking about a possible reunion for the pair.
"Where is Brian Dunkleman? If you give me his number, I will call and invite him," she joked, though Dunkleman gave as good as he got last night:
I knew American Idol would never last without me #Cancelled
— brian dunkleman (@briandunkleman) May 11, 2015
To honour Dunkleman, we have collected a few hosts of massive shows that you may have cruelly forgotten, starting with the man himself.
1. Brian Dunkleman (American Idol)
The comedian co-hosted the Fox series with Ryan Seacrest for its first season, which...
Brian Dunkleman hosted the Fox competition's first season alongside Ryan Seacrest, before the latter took sole control. History has not been kind to poor old Brian since, with Fox TV CEO Dana Walden joking about a possible reunion for the pair.
"Where is Brian Dunkleman? If you give me his number, I will call and invite him," she joked, though Dunkleman gave as good as he got last night:
I knew American Idol would never last without me #Cancelled
— brian dunkleman (@briandunkleman) May 11, 2015
To honour Dunkleman, we have collected a few hosts of massive shows that you may have cruelly forgotten, starting with the man himself.
1. Brian Dunkleman (American Idol)
The comedian co-hosted the Fox series with Ryan Seacrest for its first season, which...
- 5/12/2015
- Digital Spy
Sherlock and Downton Abbey have been nominated for this year's TV Choice Awards.
The shows both made the shortlist for Best Drama Series alongside Call the Midwife and Waterloo Road.
Downton Abbey picked up two acting nods, with Allen Leech nominated for Best Actor and Joanne Froggatt for Best Actress.
Leech will be competing with Sherlock's Benedict Cumberbatch, as well as David Tennant (The Escape Artist) and Bradley Walsh (Law & Order: UK).
Also up for Best Actress are Sarah Lancashire (Happy Valley), Laurie Brett (Waterloo Road) and Judy Parfitt (Call the Midwife).
Happy Valley was recognised in Best New Drama with The Crimson Field, The Musketeers and The Widower.
Game of Thrones and The Big Bang Theory are up for Best International Show, while Ant & Dec's Saturday Night Takeaway will battle Celebrity Juice and Gogglebox for Best Entertainment Show.
Best Talent Show is between Britain's Got Talent, The Great British Bake Off,...
The shows both made the shortlist for Best Drama Series alongside Call the Midwife and Waterloo Road.
Downton Abbey picked up two acting nods, with Allen Leech nominated for Best Actor and Joanne Froggatt for Best Actress.
Leech will be competing with Sherlock's Benedict Cumberbatch, as well as David Tennant (The Escape Artist) and Bradley Walsh (Law & Order: UK).
Also up for Best Actress are Sarah Lancashire (Happy Valley), Laurie Brett (Waterloo Road) and Judy Parfitt (Call the Midwife).
Happy Valley was recognised in Best New Drama with The Crimson Field, The Musketeers and The Widower.
Game of Thrones and The Big Bang Theory are up for Best International Show, while Ant & Dec's Saturday Night Takeaway will battle Celebrity Juice and Gogglebox for Best Entertainment Show.
Best Talent Show is between Britain's Got Talent, The Great British Bake Off,...
- 7/8/2014
- Digital Spy
Alan Titchmarsh has shrugged off claims he copied Paul O'Grady's talk show ideas. The 58-year-old comedian lashed out at the TV gardener recently stating that he and his team snatched 'The Paul O'Grady Show's structure, but Alan has since hit back, insisting the comments made him ''smile''. Alan told The Sun newspaper: ''I don't know where that came from but it made me smile. ''How a show is structured is entirely down to the producers, I just go on and do my job. Good luck to him. ''I don't bear him any animosity, but I don't know why he got so hot...
- 4/16/2014
- Virgin Media - TV
Paul O'Grady will return to his ITV chat show this evening, ITV has confirmed.
The presenter and comedian will return to work precisely a week after he was admitted to hospital following a reported angina attack.
O'Grady's agent confirmed that he had been discharged from hospital last Wednesday (November 20).
"[Paul] has undergone routine tests which have shown all is fine," his spokesperson announced. "He will be going home tomorrow to rest for a few days before returning to work."
O'Grady has thanked well-wishers and hospital staff for their support, saying: "I am feeling much better - I would like to thank all the nursing staff for their kindness and everyone who has texted or phoned in wishing me well."
Michael Ball and Stephen Mulhern have both stepped in to host The Paul O'Grady Show on ITV this week.
He will be joined on tonight's edition of the show by guests Jls,...
The presenter and comedian will return to work precisely a week after he was admitted to hospital following a reported angina attack.
O'Grady's agent confirmed that he had been discharged from hospital last Wednesday (November 20).
"[Paul] has undergone routine tests which have shown all is fine," his spokesperson announced. "He will be going home tomorrow to rest for a few days before returning to work."
O'Grady has thanked well-wishers and hospital staff for their support, saying: "I am feeling much better - I would like to thank all the nursing staff for their kindness and everyone who has texted or phoned in wishing me well."
Michael Ball and Stephen Mulhern have both stepped in to host The Paul O'Grady Show on ITV this week.
He will be joined on tonight's edition of the show by guests Jls,...
- 11/25/2013
- Digital Spy
Paul O'Grady has been rushed to hospital after a heart scare. The 58-year-old comedian, who has survived two heart attacks, was awaiting surgery on Monday night (18.11.13) after experiencing chest pain caused by angina, a condition where blood supply to the muscles of the heart is restricted. He had to be replaced as a host on his flagship ITV programme, 'The Paul O'Grady Show', at the last minute by singer Michael Ball, who was originally a supposed to be a guest. According to the MailOnline, Paul wrote in a text message to a friend: ''I've had an angina attack and need a few...
- 11/19/2013
- Virgin Media - TV
Paul O'Grady has accused Alan Titchmarsh of stealing ideas for his show.
The chat show host jokingly warned his rival to steer clear of him if they other bump into each other.
O'Grady told Alan Carr: "If our paths cross in the corridor he will rue the day.
"When he first started doing it, it was our set. Even our hideous topiary, which I hated, was nicked.
"And everything we did, they did a week later. I am not one to cross if I have a grudge."
He added: "I am looking forward to dealing with the gardener and it won't be bulbs I am planting, I can assure you."
Paul O'Grady returns to ITV for a new series of The Paul O'Grady Show on Monday, November 11. It is his fourth series on ITV, and 12th overall, having migrated to Channel 4 between 2006 and 2009.
The Alan Titchmarsh Show has...
The chat show host jokingly warned his rival to steer clear of him if they other bump into each other.
O'Grady told Alan Carr: "If our paths cross in the corridor he will rue the day.
"When he first started doing it, it was our set. Even our hideous topiary, which I hated, was nicked.
"And everything we did, they did a week later. I am not one to cross if I have a grudge."
He added: "I am looking forward to dealing with the gardener and it won't be bulbs I am planting, I can assure you."
Paul O'Grady returns to ITV for a new series of The Paul O'Grady Show on Monday, November 11. It is his fourth series on ITV, and 12th overall, having migrated to Channel 4 between 2006 and 2009.
The Alan Titchmarsh Show has...
- 11/8/2013
- Digital Spy
Pointless has beaten rival show The Chase for the first time since October last year. Last Friday's edition of the BBC One quiz game averaged 3.71m and a 21.7% share between 5.15pm and 6pm, while The Chase had 3.56m (21.9%) across the hour, adding 300,000 on +1. This is the latest twist in a ratings battle that has seen The Chase comfortably win in recent months, with the Bradley Walsh show becoming ITV's biggest teatime hit since The Paul O'Grady Show. Despite a modest 9pm audience of 2.81m (11.5%) for a Benidorm repeat, ITV managed to pip BBC One in primetime, which could only find 3.73m (15.4%) and 2.76m (12.3%) for new series of Room 101 and Live at the Apollo. Meanwhile, BBC Two's second showing of Emily Blunt one-off drama The Young Victoria pulled in 1.92m (8.5%) between 8.50pm (more)...
- 1/6/2013
- by By Paul Millar
- Digital Spy
Paul O'Grady feels ''pressure'' to attract A-list stars to his chat show. The 57-year-old TV presenter is returning to host 'The Paul O'Grady Show' next year after a three-year break from the programme - which first launched on daytime ITV in 2004 and then moved to Channel 4 in 2006 - and admits he feels the need to get big-name stars on the teatime show to impress expectant viewers. He said: ''On prime time you have pressure to have A-listers. Anyone with an American accent is classed as an A-lister. ''The big American stars have a PR telling you what to ask...
- 12/11/2012
- Virgin Media - TV
The terrestrial premiere of controversial Us drama The Kennedys captivated 2.6 million viewers on Friday evening, according to overnight audience data. A double bill of The Kennedys, starring Katie Holmes, Greg Kinnear and Tom Wilkinson, averaged 2.47m (11.1%) for BBC Two from 9pm and 2.21m (10.8%) from 9.45pm. The episodes also had 171k (0.8%) and 152k (0.7%) on the BBC HD channel. On BBC One, A Question of Sport grabbed 2.74m (11.7%) from 8.30pm. My Family and Miranda amused 4.09m (18.2%) and 3.51m (16.1%) in the 9pm hour, outperforming The Paul O'Grady Show's 3.38m (15.2%) on ITV1 and 176k (1%) on +1. Earlier, Love Thy Garden enchanted 3.17m (14%) on ITV1 from 8pm and 152k (0.7%) on timeshift, while Gardeners' World mustered just 2.1m (9.1%) on BBC Two in the 8pm hour. Channel 4's Come (more)...
- 6/18/2011
- by By Andrew Laughlin
- Digital Spy
Paul O'Grady left a good impression on Lady GaGa when they met two years ago on his Channel 4 tea-time show. So good in fact, that O'Grady has invited the pop superstar to appear on his ITV1 show. Not only that - but it's a Paul O'Grady: Lady GaGa Special! With plenty of chat, four incredible performances and a very excited audience full of little monsters, Digital Spy was on hand to get all the gossip, as GaGa flew into London to record the show last Friday. > Lady GaGa on 'The Paul O'Grady Show': In Pictures The build-up:
Being in a studio with some of the biggest Lady GaGa fans is quite an experience. A group of the most ardent little monsters had decided to camp outside of the ITV building for two days - and that was only with standby tickets, not even guaranteeing them entry.
Being in a studio with some of the biggest Lady GaGa fans is quite an experience. A group of the most ardent little monsters had decided to camp outside of the ITV building for two days - and that was only with standby tickets, not even guaranteeing them entry.
- 6/12/2011
- by By Ryan Love
- Digital Spy
Paul O'Grady left a good impression on Lady GaGa when they met two years ago on his Channel 4 tea-time show. So good in fact, that O'Grady has invited the pop superstar to appear on his ITV1 show. Not only that - but it's a Paul O'Grady: Lady GaGa Special! With plenty of chat, four incredible performances and a very excited audience full of little monsters, Digital Spy were on hand to get all the gossip, as GaGa flew into London to record the show last Friday. > Lady GaGa on 'The Paul O'Grady Show': In Pictures The build-up:
Being in a studio with some of the biggest Lady GaGa fans is quite an experience. A group of the most ardent Little Monsters had decided to camp outside of the ITV building for two days - and that was only with standby tickets, not even guaranteeing them entry.
Being in a studio with some of the biggest Lady GaGa fans is quite an experience. A group of the most ardent Little Monsters had decided to camp outside of the ITV building for two days - and that was only with standby tickets, not even guaranteeing them entry.
- 6/12/2011
- by By Ryan Love
- Digital Spy
The UK X Factor announcer Peter Dickson has been approached about voicing the Us version of the reality show, it has been revealed. Dickson, who also works as the voiceover artist for Britain's Got Talent and The Paul O'Grady Show, said that he will soon be meeting with Stateside producers about a potential role on the Fox series. "Simon [Cowell] has said he'd like me to be the voice of the American X Factor," Dickson told The Sun. "I am being flown out to Los Angeles during Oscars week so I can meet the Fox executives to try to sort out a deal." (more)...
- 2/9/2011
- by By Christian Tobin
- Digital Spy
Will & Grace star Leslie Jordan is to bring his acclaimed one-man show to London. My Trip Down The Pink Carpet - billed as "part autobiography and part Hollywood tell-all" - will play at the Apollo Theatre on Shaftesbury Avenue next February. The Emmy-winning actor, best-known for playing Karen Walker's quick-witted nemesis Beverley Leslie on Will & Grace, announced the news on tonight's episode of The Paul O'Grady Show. During his quarter-century acting career, Jordan has (more)...
- 11/12/2010
- by By Nick Levine
- Digital Spy
Peter Andre thinks it's a ''great shame'' 'The 5 O'Clock Show' has been axed. The singer-and-presenter - who was one of the guest hosts on the first and only series of the Channel 4 show - admitted while he is disappointed the chat programme is no more, it couldn't replace 'The Paul O'Grady Show'. He explained: ''Last week, it was announced that 'The 5 O'Clock Show' has been axed after one series. It's a great shame, as I know that all of the guest presenters, including me, had so much fun presenting it. But, truth be told, there is only one Paul O'Grady ..
- 9/17/2010
- Virgin Media - TV
Peter Andre has claimed that he will make a "big announcement" about his career in two weeks' time. Writing in his New magazine column, the popstar hinted that his news relates to a forthcoming television project. Andre was recently tipped to host his own Friday night chatshow on Channel 4, but the network later denied the rumours. He has also been linked to the broadcaster's new teatime programme, which launches in May as a replacement for The Paul O'Grady Show. Responding to the flurry of speculation, Andre (more)...
- 4/20/2010
- by By Daniel Kilkelly
- Digital Spy
A series of celebrities will host Channel 4's new teatime programme. The Five O'Clock Show, which replaces The Paul O'Grady Show, will include items on animals, pet clinics and community groups. Vernon Kay and Lenny Henry have both signed up to helm the programme, while former This Morning host Fern Britton will also appear on the show. Peter Andre, who was previously linked to a chatshow on the channel, will have a hosting job on the programme. EastEnders star Natalie Cassidy, Denise Van Outen, Melanie Sykes and Location, (more)...
- 4/15/2010
- by By Catriona Wightman
- Digital Spy
Vernon Kay has reportedly signed a new deal with ITV. The one-year contract will earn the television presenter £900,000 after he agreed to take a 10% pay cut, The Sun says. The deal is thought to cover another series of Family Fortunes, scheduled to air in the autumn, and Kay's new show The Whole 19 Yards. Although the contract is exclusive, ITV executives have also agreed to let Kay host Channel 4's replacement for The Paul O'Grady Show for two weeks. Kay (more)...
- 4/15/2010
- by By Catriona Wightman
- Digital Spy
London -- Sony Pictures Television (SPT) has wooed Celador Production exec Victoria Ashbourne to the post of svp creative development, international production, it was announced Monday.
Reporting to Spt's London-based chief creative officer and evp international production, Mike Morely, Ashbourne will be charged with boosting Spt's role as a global producer/distributor of light entertainment, non-scripted formats and scripted programming, with a remit to "guide the creation" of new shows across all of SPTs international companies and exploit its back catalogue.
Ashbourne joins Spt from Celador Productions -- Cpl -- where she worked on such shows as "All Star Mr & Mrs," "Celebratng the Carpenters," and "The Paul O'Grady Show."
"Victoria's extensive production experience and network successes in the U.K. give her the pedigree to become a valued member of our global creative team," said Morley.
Spt's light entertainment slate is fast emerging as the freshest in the international format...
Reporting to Spt's London-based chief creative officer and evp international production, Mike Morely, Ashbourne will be charged with boosting Spt's role as a global producer/distributor of light entertainment, non-scripted formats and scripted programming, with a remit to "guide the creation" of new shows across all of SPTs international companies and exploit its back catalogue.
Ashbourne joins Spt from Celador Productions -- Cpl -- where she worked on such shows as "All Star Mr & Mrs," "Celebratng the Carpenters," and "The Paul O'Grady Show."
"Victoria's extensive production experience and network successes in the U.K. give her the pedigree to become a valued member of our global creative team," said Morley.
Spt's light entertainment slate is fast emerging as the freshest in the international format...
- 3/15/2010
- by By Mimi Turner
- The Hollywood Reporter - Movie News
Anthony McPartlin and Declan Donnelly have been nominated for three National Television Awards including Best Entertainment Program for two programs and Best Entertainment Presenters, which they have won eight years in a row.
The entertainment duo Ant and Dec have two of their shows, "I'm A Celebrity! Get me Out of Here" and "Saturday Night Takeaway", nominated for Best Entertainment Program. They will be up against "The Paul O'Grady Show" and "Michael McIntyre's Comedy Road Show". For the award that they have won eight times in a row, Best Entertainment Presenters, they have competition from Holly Willoughby and once again Michael McIntyre and Paul O'Grady.
There are three Davids nominated for Best Drama Performance, "A Touch Of Frost" star Sir David Jason, "Shameless" actor David Threlfall and Doctor Who star David Tennant, who announced he was leaving his role as the Doctor at the awards in 2008. For Best Talent...
The entertainment duo Ant and Dec have two of their shows, "I'm A Celebrity! Get me Out of Here" and "Saturday Night Takeaway", nominated for Best Entertainment Program. They will be up against "The Paul O'Grady Show" and "Michael McIntyre's Comedy Road Show". For the award that they have won eight times in a row, Best Entertainment Presenters, they have competition from Holly Willoughby and once again Michael McIntyre and Paul O'Grady.
There are three Davids nominated for Best Drama Performance, "A Touch Of Frost" star Sir David Jason, "Shameless" actor David Threlfall and Doctor Who star David Tennant, who announced he was leaving his role as the Doctor at the awards in 2008. For Best Talent...
- 1/5/2010
- icelebz.com
The full list of nominees has been published for this year's National Television Awards, which will be shown on January 20 at 7.30pm on ITV1. Viewers can vote online for the recipients of the 2010 gongs, which will be awarded in a ceremony presented by Dermot O'Leary held at London's O2. Nominations for the 'Best Entertainment Programme' include Ant & Dec's Saturday Night Takeaway, The Paul O'Grady Show and reality shows I'm A Celebrity... Get Me Out Of Here! and Big (more)...
- 1/5/2010
- by By Mayer Nissim
- Digital Spy
Digital Spy presents a complete list of the nominees for the 2010 National Television Awards. The ceremony will be shown on January 20 at 7.30pm on ITV1. Entertainment Programme
Ant & Dec's Saturday Night Takeaway
Big Brother
I'm A Celebrity... Get Me Out Of Here!
The Paul O'Grady Show Star Travel Documentary
Billy Connolly: Journey To The Edge Of The World
Joanna Lumley In The Land Of The Northern Lights
Piers Morgan On... Dubai
Stephen Fry In America
Newcomer
Bronagh Waugh - Hollyoaks
Craig Gazey - Coronation Street
James Sutton - Emmerdale
Neil McDermott - EastEnders Comedy Programme
Benidorm
Gavin And Stacey
Harry Hill's TV Burp
The Inbetweeners Serial Drama Performance
Gray (more)...
Ant & Dec's Saturday Night Takeaway
Big Brother
I'm A Celebrity... Get Me Out Of Here!
The Paul O'Grady Show Star Travel Documentary
Billy Connolly: Journey To The Edge Of The World
Joanna Lumley In The Land Of The Northern Lights
Piers Morgan On... Dubai
Stephen Fry In America
Newcomer
Bronagh Waugh - Hollyoaks
Craig Gazey - Coronation Street
James Sutton - Emmerdale
Neil McDermott - EastEnders Comedy Programme
Benidorm
Gavin And Stacey
Harry Hill's TV Burp
The Inbetweeners Serial Drama Performance
Gray (more)...
- 1/5/2010
- by By Mayer Nissim
- Digital Spy
Paul O'Grady has marked the end of his Channel 4 chatshow by thanking fans for their continued support. According to Pa, the comedian will be seen paying tribute to his viewers when The Paul O'Grady Show airs for the final time this evening. In a farewell message, O'Grady reportedly reflects on the death of his partner Brendan Murphy in 2005, as well as his own health problems and the recent passing of his pet dog Buster. O'Grady is quoted as saying: "I just wanted to say thank you, all (more)...
- 12/18/2009
- by By Daniel Kilkelly
- Digital Spy
EastEnders star Perry Fenwick has revealed details of his first ever encounter with the soap's veteran actress June Brown. The actor, who plays Billy Mitchell on the Walford soap, admitted that he had a humorous exchange with Brown (Dot Branning) during his first day on set 12 years ago. Speaking on The Paul O'Grady Show, Fenwick explained: "I was just outside and June was there having a fag. She says to me, 'Oh who are you then?' I replied, 'Perry Fenwick'. She then says, 'Where you from?' I replied, 'The (more)...
- 12/11/2009
- by By Daniel Kilkelly
- Digital Spy
Amanda Holden has predicted that her new sitcom Big Top will get a harsh response from critics. The Britain's Got Talent judge plays ringmistress Lizzie in the circus-themed comedy programme, which premieres on BBC One tonight. Speaking on The Paul O'Grady Show, Holden admitted that she expects the media to write off the series before it has time to develop. Holden commented: "They'll slate it. They'll slate me. They'll say, 'Why is she a (more)...
- 12/2/2009
- by By Daniel Kilkelly
- Digital Spy
Paul O'Grady will pay tribute to his pet Buster on air next week following the dog's death, it has been announced. The 14-year-old shih tzu and bichon frise cross, who was a regular fixture on O'Grady's Channel 4 chatshow, was put to sleep yesterday after being diagnosed with cancer. A new statement issued on The Paul O'Grady Show website reads: "Paul and all the team are devastated (more)...
- 11/20/2009
- by By Daniel Kilkelly
- Digital Spy
Taylor Swift has hinted that she is dating Taylor Lautner. The pair have previously denied persistent reports that they are an item. However, Swift has now suggested that the rumours are true. During an interview on The Paul O'Grady Show, the host asked: "Is there any truth in the rumour of romance between you and Taylor Lautner? I mean, we just want to know that he's good enough for you, will treat you right." Swift replied: (more)...
- 11/18/2009
- by By Oli Simpson
- Digital Spy
Peter Andre has dismissed reports that he is trying to seduce X Factor winner Alexandra Burke. Last week, a tabloid claimed that the popstar had been bombarding Burke with text messages after they met on The Paul O'Grady Show recently. However, writing in his New magazine column, Andre insisted: "I said in an interview in New last week that I wanted to cook for Alexandra Burke because, after interviewing her on The Paul O'Grady Show, I discovered we (more)...
- 11/18/2009
- by By Daniel Kilkelly
- Digital Spy
Louis Walsh has praised Dannii Minogue for her performance on The X Factor this year. The Irish judge, who had on-air rows with Minogue in the 2007 and 2008 contests, confirmed that he has been impressed by his co-star's conduct in recent months. In an interview with The Paul O'Grady Show, Walsh commented: "Dannii is playing a blinder this year. "She's worked really hard, she's very (more)...
- 11/17/2009
- by By Daniel Kilkelly
- Digital Spy
X Factor judge Louis Walsh has admitted that John & Edward's parents are concerned about the attention surrounding their sons. The boyband manager, who mentors the Dublin-born brothers, confirmed that public hostility directed towards the pair has also been a cause for concern. Speaking about John & Edward on The Paul O'Grady Show, Walsh commented: "They're very young. The thing is, people used to boo them in the audience. I took offence to that. "I think there's a lot of pressure on their parents because their parents are very worried about (more)...
- 11/17/2009
- by By Daniel Kilkelly
- Digital Spy
Coronation Street actor Gray O'Brien has admitted that he found it difficult to film his character's dramatic canal scenes. The soap star's murderous alter ego Tony Gordon ends up in the Weatherfield canal with Roy Cropper (David Neilson) next week following an after-dark confrontation between the pair. O'Brien told The Paul O'Grady Show: "I'm not a great swimmer. You were standing in silt and you couldn't move. They were saying, 'Just pretend to swim'. I couldn't actually move my legs. I was glued! "But we did the underwater stuff up at Fleetwood (more)...
- 11/13/2009
- by By Daniel Kilkelly
- Digital Spy
Gray O'Brien has admitted that his Coronation Street heart attack storyline brought back sad memories. The actor's villainous character Tony Gordon was seen suffering a cardiac arrest on the Street last month as the stress of his wrongdoings began to take their toll. Speaking on The Paul O'Grady Show, O'Brien revealed: "It was quite sad that one, actually, because that's how my father died. He died from a heart attack and [he was] about that far away from the house. He got about (more)...
- 11/13/2009
- by By Daniel Kilkelly
- Digital Spy
Myleene Klass has expressed surprise over the way contestants behaved on the recent Us series of I'm A Celebrity... Get Me Out Of Here!. The star, who presented the NBC programme alongside Damien Fahey, suggested that the participants were less willing to enter into the spirit of the programme than their UK counterparts. Speaking on The Paul O'Grady Show, Klass explained: "It's nothing at all like our version. It's so funny, you say, 'Go on, put your hand into the rats and grab the star'. [They say], 'I'm gonna phone my attorney. I'm gonna sue'. "You think, how are we going (more)...
- 10/29/2009
- by By Daniel Kilkelly
- Digital Spy
Anna Friel has declared that she has no doubts about appearing naked on stage for her latest role. The former Pushing Daisies star features nude in the theatre version of 1961 movie Breakfast At Tiffany's in London's West End. Her part as lead Holly Golightly has reportedly caused a stir since the production opened. Producers issued a ban on audience members taking photos of the actress disrobed. Friel told The Paul O'Grady Show: "At first I was [nervous]. There was a whole debate about when we actually rehearse the nakedness for the first time. It (more)...
- 10/28/2009
- by By Oli Simpson
- Digital Spy
Michael Jackson's daughter Paris has allegedly blamed the late singer's looming 'This Is It' tour for killing him. The 11-year-old is believed to have told her aunt La Toya that her father was being pressured into working "non-stop" for the 50-date London residency. La Toya told The Paul O'Grady Show: "Paris asked me in the hospital, 'How could this happen? The cardiologist was the best, so how could this happen?' "She said, 'You know, auntie La Toya, they worked him too hard. He never got the chance to rest, it was just non-stop work'. I said, 'You're kidding', and she said, 'You don't understand. They just (more)...
- 10/1/2009
- by By Oli Simpson
- Digital Spy
Michael Jackson's sister La Toya has reportedly voiced fresh suspicions about the music icon's death. The singer speculates that her brother could have been murdered for owning song catalogues during a pre-recorded interview on The Paul O'Grady Show this evening, The Mirror reports. La Toya is quoted as saying: "I thought that from day one. You must understand something Michael always told me. He said, 'If anything happens to me, if I die, it's because someone murdered me. They're trying to kill me'. "It wasn't that he was being delusional, they did this over the catalogue. (more)...
- 10/1/2009
- by By Daniel Kilkelly
- Digital Spy
Michael Jackson's daughter Paris blames his 'This Is It' tour for killing him. The 11 year old told her aunt La Toya Jackson her dad was pressured into working "non-stop" for his 50-date London residency - which was due to kick off at The O2 arena in July - and is certain it caused his death in June. La Toya, 53, told UK TV programme 'The Paul O'Grady Show': "Paris asked me in the hospital, 'How could this happen? The cardiologist was the best, so how could this happen?' "She said, 'You know, Auntie La Toya, they worked him too hard. He never got the chance to rest, it was just non-stop work.' I said, 'You're kidding,' and she...
- 10/1/2009
- Monsters and Critics
Michael Jackson's daughter Paris blames his 'This Is It' tour for killing him. The 11 year old told her aunt La Toya Jackson her dad was pressured into working "non-stop" for his 50-date London residency - which was due to kick off at The O2 arena in July - and is certain it caused his death in June. La Toya, 53, told UK TV programme 'The Paul O'Grady Show': "Paris asked me in the hospital, 'How could this happen? The cardiologist was the best, so how could this happen?' "She said, 'You know, Auntie La Toya, they worked him too hard. He never got the chance to rest, it was just non-stop work.' I said, 'You're kidding,' and she said,...
- 10/1/2009
- Monsters and Critics
Michael Jackson's daughter Paris blames his "This Is It" tour for killing him. The 11-year-old told her aunt La Toya Jackson her dad was pressured into working "non-stop" for his 50-date London residency - which was due to kick off at The O2 arena in July - and is certain it caused his death in June.
La Toya, 53, told U.K. TV program "The Paul O'Grady Show": "Paris asked me in the hospital, 'How could this happen? The cardiologist was the best, so how could this happen?'"
"She said, 'You know, Auntie La Toya, they worked him too hard. He never got the chance to rest, it was just non-stop work.' I said, 'You're kidding,' and she said, 'You don't understand. They just worked him constantly and daddy didn't want that.'"
The "Thriller" singer had been rehearsing for his London shows - which were...
La Toya, 53, told U.K. TV program "The Paul O'Grady Show": "Paris asked me in the hospital, 'How could this happen? The cardiologist was the best, so how could this happen?'"
"She said, 'You know, Auntie La Toya, they worked him too hard. He never got the chance to rest, it was just non-stop work.' I said, 'You're kidding,' and she said, 'You don't understand. They just worked him constantly and daddy didn't want that.'"
The "Thriller" singer had been rehearsing for his London shows - which were...
- 10/1/2009
- icelebz.com
Paul O'Grady has said that he will leave Channel 4 if the budget of his programme is drastically reduced. The host of The Paul O'Grady Show told The Mirror that he could not remain with the broadcaster if bosses went ahead with the plans to halve its £2 million funding. O'Grady said: "Cutting it by half is outrageous. You're going to end up with the blandest of the bland and I won't be part of it. I really want to carry on. "I like Channel 4 and I'm more than happy to stay and take a cut in my own wages, perhaps 20%. But I'm not going to turn around to my staff and say, 'We've got to cut your wages or sack you'. They've been with me for six years - they have mortgages to pay and families to feed. "I would understand if my ratings were down and the show wasn't performing...
- 9/1/2009
- by By Mayer Nissim
- Digital Spy
Solange Knowles has admitted that she was shocked by the format of The Paul O'Grady Show when she appeared as a guest on the programme. The 22-year-old singer revealed that she felt baffled on the set of the Channel 4 chatshow - because she was asked to take part in a pie-making contest after being interviewed. Speaking to Celebs On Sunday magazine, she explained: "I felt so out of place. I thought I was going to be singing - instead I got asked (more)...
- 6/17/2009
- by By Daniel Kilkelly
- Digital Spy
The Bill star Lisa Maxwell has admitted that she suffered two miscarriages last year. Speaking on The Paul O'Grady Show, the actress confirmed that the ordeal contributed to her decision to quit playing Di Sam Nixon after seven years on the ITV1 police drama. "I'll be absolutely honest with you, I had two miscarriages - one in January and one in July," Maxwell, 45, explained. "It was a really sad time for me and now I don't mind talking about it. It's not like a secret. In some ways I feel the more I talk about it, the better it is - because I kept it a secret at the time." Confirming that she returned to work shortly after the first baby loss, the star continued: "In some ways I think it was easier to be Sam than be Lisa. [I was] facing up to a lot of stuff (more)...
- 4/18/2009
- by By Daniel Kilkelly
- Digital Spy
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