Peter Tatchell Tribute to Paul O'Grady

Wednesday, 29 March 2023 16:25

Commenting on the sad death of entertainer Paul O’Grady, human rights campaigner Peter Tatchell said:

“Paul wasn’t just a brilliant comedian and broadcast personality but a much admired campaigner for LGBT+ equality and animal rights. He supported my work for many decades and was a valued patron of the Peter Tatchell Foundation.

Paul was planning to lead our forthcoming campaign for the police to apologise for their historic persecution of the LGBT+ community. We will miss him. Our sincere condolences to his partner Andre and to all who loved him.

“Paul was one of the loveliest people you could ever meet. Everyone whose lives he touched will miss him greatly, as will those who enjoyed his wit and admired his compassion.”

Credit: Peter Tatchell Foundation

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