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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

Paul O'Grady always believed he would die before his time(Ken McKay/ITV/REX/Shutterstock)

TV and radio star Paul O'Grady has died 'unexpectedly' at the age of 67 after suffering years of ill health.

The comedian, actor and writer, also known for his drag queen persona Lily Savage, died "unexpectedly but peacefully" on Tuesday evening, his husband announced.

It had been reported that he was suffering from an illness during his final year at Radio 2, and previously the star had two heart attacks and was unable to work for a time as a result.

The beloved entertainer once admitted that he always felt like death was nipping at his heels and would one day catch up with him.

Predicting that he wouldn't see 60, he once told The Mirror: "I do count my blessings.

"I have had two heart attacks, and if I get to 60 that will be amazing. I don't fear anything nowadays.

Paul O'Grady feared he would die before his time(Dave Benett/Getty Images)
Paul died aged 67(Getty Images)

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"There has to be an angel out there. They are trying to steer me out of trouble 24 hours a day."

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