ITV has announced that it will still air the new series of Paul O’Grady’s hit dog show For the Love of Dogs following his sad death.
The legendary TV presenter and comedian passed away “unexpectedly but peacefully” at the age of 67 on Tuesday night (March 28), his partner Andre Portasio confirmed on Wednesday.
ITV has now revealed that it will still air the new and 11th series of Paul’s For the Love of Dogs on Friday April 13th at 8.30pm as planned.
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His final TV appearance will come during the new series of the show, which sees Paul visit staff and dogs at Battersea Dogs & Cats Home.
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The first series of Love of Dogs aired back in 2012 with Paul, who was an ambassador for the Battersea charity.
The broadcaster will also undergo major schedule changes on Wednesday in order to pay tribute to the beloved entertainer.
Paul O’Grady’s For the Love of Dogs: A Royal Special has been scheduled for 5pm on Wednesday, meaning The Chase has been replaced.
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A special tribute show to Paul, titled For the Love of Paul O’Grady, will also air to ITV on Sunday April 9th at 8pm.
Kevin Lygo, ITV’s Managing Director of Media and Entertainment, paid tribute to Paul, describing him as a “huge, inimitable talent.”
He said: “We are fortunate to have had a long association with Paul, at ITV. He was a huge, inimitable talent, delighting our viewers through his comedy and entertainment with a warmth, humour and joy that audiences of all generations related to and connected with.
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“He had a profound passion for animals too, which resonated with so many viewers, and For The Love of Dogs remains one of our best-loved series, and a really special programme for so many.
“All those who worked with Paul are shocked and deeply saddened at his passing and the thoughts of everyone at ITV are with Paul’s loved ones.”
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