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BBC backlash after paying tribute to former presenter Paul O'Grady

Much-loved star reportedly felt forced to quit his BBC Radio 2 show

Wales Online

Paul O'Grady took on 'exhausting work load' for months after shock BBC Radio 2 exit

Before his untimely death, Paul O'Grady is said to have endured an exhausting seven months in which he took on as much work as possible after he felt forced to quit his BBC Radio 2 show

Daily Mirror

BBC announce plan for live Radio 2 tribute to Paul O'Grady following ex employee's death

Paul O'Grady hosted a popular afternoon show on Radio 2 for almost 14 years prior to his BBC exit last year, when the much-loved star quit after being asked to share his slot with another presenter

Daily Mirror

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‘I’m Lily Savage, the blonde bombsite’ – the genius of Paul O’Grady, by Suzy Eddie Izzard, Russell T Davies and more

A boundary-busting standup, a radio sensation, a knockout on TV, a champion for LGBTQ rights, and a pet-lover extraordinaire … stars and writers pay tribute to the many lives of Paul O’Grady

The Guardian - UK

Izzard: Paul O’Grady’s impact on humanity and culture resonates around the world

The TV star died ‘unexpectedly but peacefully’ on Tuesday evening, prompting tributes from across arts, culture and politics.

The Independent UK

Paul O'Grady died a week before he started new radio job as employers pay tribute to him

Paul O'Grady was due to start a new job at rival station Boom Radio after quitting Radio 2 last summer - but sadly died a week before

Daily Mirror

Zoe Ball is 'heavy of heart' over death of 'dear friend' Paul O'Grady as she pays tribute

Tributes have been paid to late entertainer Paul O'Grady following the news that he has died, with his former colleague Zoe Ball having spoken about him on her BBC Radio 2 show this morning

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BBC pays tribute to Paul O'Grady as former employer 'shocked and saddened' by his death

The BBC has paid tribute to 'much loved' former Radio 2 presenter Paul O'Grady following his 'unexpected but peaceful' death aged 67 on Tuesday night

Daily Mirror

Paul O'Grady tragically predicted own death but insisted he had 'no fear'

The comedian, actor and writer, also known for his drag queen persona Lily Savage, died "unexpectedly but peacefully" on Tuesday evening, according to a statement

Daily Mirror

Paul O'Grady 'laughing and surrounded by dogs' day before he died, says Radio 2 pal

Lily Savage star Paul O'Grady was 'laughing and smiling' just hours before he passed away, according to his friend and BBC Radio 2 colleague Malcom Prince

Daily Mirror

Paul O'Grady’s final words on Radio 2 show as he bid farewell 7 months before sad death

Paul O’Grady presented his much-loved BBC Radio 2 show for 14 years, but left seven months before his shock death after saying he 'wasn't really happy'

Daily Mirror

Paul O'Grady's poignant sign-off from final BBC Radio 2 show as he prepared for new role before 'unexpected' death

The TV presenter and comedian's partner Andre Portasio confirmed the tragic news in a statement.

Manchester Evening News

Paul O’Grady’s struggle with illness during final year at Radio 2 before heartbreaking death

TV and radio icon Paul O'Grady, who was well known for his drag queen persona Lily Savage, died 'unexpectedly but peacefully' on Tuesday evening

Daily Mirror

BBC Let it Grow: Cast and release date for new children's gardening podcast and TV show

Encouraging children to help with the making, digging and planting, here's all you need to know...

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The Independent UK

Ken Bruce says he ‘wasn’t being difficult’ about BBC exit

Broadcaster says he was ‘annoyed’ when corporation asked him to leave Radio 2 three weeks early

Daily Mirror

Ken Bruce was 'disappointed' Radio 2 bosses didn't trust him to exit on his own terms

Ken announced he would be leaving Radio 2 in January, becoming the latest big name star to part ways with the station. He follows in the footsteps of Paul O’Grady, Graham Norton, Chris Evans, Craig Charles and Vanessa Feltz in what has been described as a ‘legends exodus’

Chronicle Live

ITV's Lorraine Kelly left excited over 'legendary' star guest after upset at BBC exit

ITV presenter Lorraine Kelly shared her excitement at welcoming a radio legend to her show next week

Daily Record

BBC radio host forced to quit after 12 years in 'frustrating' exit

The Reverend Richard Coles says he has been forced to leave his show after 12 years and he's not happy with the way his exit was handled by the BBC.

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Marie Claire

Prince William Once Joked He Might Have Worn "A Comedy Beard and a Hat" to Attend a Concert Incognito

OMG, imagine.

Manchester Evening News

Fans react in disbelief as Vernon Kay reveals he's approaching a big birthday

They told the new BBC Radio 2 mid-morning host that he looks nothing like his years

Liverpool Echo

Paul O'Grady's new role after quitting BBC Radio 2

The presenter is bringing his show back to a new station

Nottingham Post

Paul O'Grady joining new radio station after BBC departure

The broadcaster is one of several who have recently left BBC Radio 2.

Wales Online

Paul O'Grady to host weekend show on rival station less than a year after quitting BBC Radio 2

"It’s great to be working with the team - it already feels like my new radio home"

The Independent UK

Paul O’Grady to return to airwaves on Boom Radio following Radio 2 departure

The comedian and presenter left his Radio 2 Sunday afternoon slot in August last year after almost 14 years at the station.

Evening Standard

Paul O’Grady to be joining rival station less than a year after BBC Radio 2 exit

The presenter is confirmed to be back on radio leading a new weekend show

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