Tributes to honour TV presenter and comedian Paul O'Grady have flooded in from animal charities and businesses across North Wales.

The comedian and TV presenter, who rose to fame on the nightclub circuit as the acerbic, platinum wig-wearing Lily Savage, died “unexpectedly but peacefully” on Tuesday evening at the age of 67, his partner, Andre Portasio, said in a statement.

O’Grady has been hailed as a “trailblazer” for breaking into the mainstream broadcasting landscape with his alter ego and for his charity work around animals and Aids.

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The Queen consort is among those who have joined in paying tribute to the TV and radio legend. 

Several animal rescues across North Wales have voiced their sadness over Paul's death. 

North Clwyd Animal Rescue said: "It is with great sadness that we learned of the passing of Paul O'Grady, a truly inspirational man who dedicated his life to advocating for animals, particularly dogs.

"He brought attention to the crucial work of animal rescue and touched the hearts of countless people. We had the privilege of meeting him at an event and he was genuinely kind and gracious to everyone he met.

"Paul's legacy will live on through the many lives he touched and the animals he helped. Our thoughts are with his loved ones during this difficult time. We believe that he will be welcomed by many dogs at the golden gates of heaven, as he made a tremendous impact in their lives."

Skylor's Animal Rescue, which is based in Dobshill, Flintshire shared their sadness over the news, they said: "Such sad news to wake up to this morning. He loved his animals. Great ambassador for rescue animals. Paul will be sadly missed by all. RIP Paul O’Grady."

The Holywell pet cemetery shared their tribute to the presenter: "We are very sorry to hear the sad news about the passing of Paul O’Grady.

"As some of you will already know Paul was a patron for the National Military Working Dogs Memorial which will be erected on the cemetery in the near future.

"He will be deeply missed by the many that knew him and all his four legged friends."

In October 2021, the Leader reported on the business' plans to create a National Military Working Dogs Memorial on the Holywell Pet Cemetery site.

Since then, their fundraising efforts - which include everything from raffles and collection tins - has seen them collect over £100,000.

And, in January of this year, it was able to put in place the first of four dog statues it plans to house at the memorial site once it is complete.