ITV viewers were left "bawling" in the final minutes of a tribute show to the late Paul O'Grady.
Paul, also known for his famous drag alter ego Lily Savage, died "unexpectedly but peacefully" on March 28 at the age of 67. After rising to prominence as Lily Savage, he transitioned into mainstream broadcast media, including stints on daytime television, and fronted many popular shows.
In tribute to the much-loved TV presenter, ITV aired For the Love of Paul O'Grady which looked back at his incredible career. The show also heard interviews from those who knew him best including Carol Vorderman and Sally Lindsay.
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The end of the programme saw Paul, in a previous episode of For the Love of Dogs, say goodbye to viewers in a piece to camera. Reacting to the emotional finale on Twitter, one fan, Tina said: "#Fortheloveofpaul tissues for tears of laughter and sadness from us all."
Claire Johnson said: "Aww fantastic tribute to #PaulOGrady cried at the end then." Kirsty Herrington said: "What a lovely tribute to a wonderful person. The end totally had me in bits."
Jenny tweeted: "Bawling at the end of #ForTheLoveOfPaulOGrady. A great tribute show. He really will be missed. Such a genuine person."
Bec said: "I knew it would be an emotional watch but the end bit got me bawling." Emma tweeted: "Paul saying bye at the end hit hard."
And Julie Smith said: "Well that scene at the end where Paul O’Grady said goodbye and walked off just got me. He will be so missed."
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