Andre Portasio
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| Gender | Male |
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| Born | Brazil |
| Spouse | Paul O'Grady |
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| ID | 3457862 |
Andre Portasio Life story
Andre Portasio is a dancer who began dating Paul some 11 years before they tied the knot. He used to perform with the English National Ballet. The pair began dating back in 2006, before marrying in the summer of 2017. 2. Andre, right, performing at the English National BalletCredit: Dee Conway.
Battersea Dogs and Cats Home names vet hospital after Paul O'Grady
... Mr O Grady s husband Andre Portasio said: " Seeing how loved Paul was by so many has been truly touching...
Paul O'Grady: Fans and dogs set to line streets for star's funeral
... His husband Andre Portasio posted in local Facebook groups inviting the local school and community to come out to mourn, expressing his " deep gratitude" for the " overwhelming outpouring of support and love" he had received...
Paul O'Grady obituary: From Lily Savage to TV national treasure, with a love of dogs
... His love of animals was also evident on the smallholding in Kent where he and husband Andre Portasio looked after sheep, chickens, pigs, owls and goats - as well as dogs...
Paul O'Grady: TV star dies aged 67
...TV presenter and comedian Paul O Grady has died at the age of 67, his partner Andre Portasio says...
Paul O'Grady: TV star dies aged 67
TV presenter and comedian Paul O 'Grady has died at the Age Of 67, his partner Andre Portasio says.
He died " unexpectedly but peacefully" on Tuesday Evening .
O'Grady rose to fame in the 1990s with his iconic scouse drag queen persona Lily Savage , going on to present game show Blankety Blank and other light entertainment programmes.
Later in his career, he went on to host A Number of chat shows on ITV and Channel 4 .
Mr 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 to Thank You for all the Love You have shown him over The Years . "
One of animal-loving O'Grady's most recent appearances was in the latest series of ITV's For The Love of Dogs - a series he helped launched in 2012 following the staff at Battersea Dogs Home and the pets they care for.
He had also recently been On Tour playing Miss Hannigan in The Musical Annie.
Writing on Instagram a few weeks ago after returning from performing in Newcastle, O'Grady said he was " thoroughly enjoying" playing The Role again after so long " especially with a truly amazing and lovely cast".
The broadcaster had also recently left BBC Radio 2 after 14 years, confirming reports it was because he was unhappy about sharing his Sunday afternoon slot.
He was due to present on Boom Radio in less than Two Weeks time for Easter Sunday .
Source of news: bbc.com
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