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Paul O'Grady's cause of death confirmed after popular star passed away 'unexpectedly'

TV and radio presenter Paul O'Grady's cause of death has been revealed after the popular star died at home last month.

The TV legend passed away at his Kent home and his death certificate has now confirmed how he died.

Paul died from a sudden cardiac arrhythmia on March 28.

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In a statement revealed at the time of his death, he was said to have passed 'unexpectedly' but 'peacefully', writes the Mirror. The TV legend was aged 67 and had just signed a contract with a new radio station.

His death certificate was obtained by the Daily Express, and showed Paul's long-time friend, PA and agent, Joan Marshrons, register the entertainer's death six days after he died at home.

Paul had spoken openly about his battles with heart disease and had endured three heart attacks before the age of 65. It has since been revealed that Paul will have two funerals, with an intimate ceremony for his close friends and family to grieve privately and a larger celebration of his colourful life.

Paul's good friend Amanda Mealing said that Paul would not have wanted his funeral to be a sad affair. She said: "He just told us to have a good time - he'd hate it everyone was mawkish and morose. He would say: 'I don't care. I won't be here! Do what you want."

Paul was back on TV for the final ever series of For the Love of Dogs. One tear-jerking scene has been made even more poignant by Paul's sudden passing as he said good bye to Peggy, a rescue dog he had helped nurse to full health.

Paul told Peggy the dog: "It's been a real privilege to get to know you. It has. It's not every day you get to meet a special dog like you. You're very beautiful."

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