Paul O’Grady’s widower makes heartbreaking admission on anniversary of his death

Andre Portasio, Paul O’Grady’s husband, acknowledged that life after Paul’s passing hasn’t been easy during the second anniversary of the beloved TV star’s passing.

Paul O’Grady’s widower Andree Portasio opened up to The Mirror’s Tom Bryant on the second anniversary of the much-loved TV presenter’s death, and gave a heartbreaking admission about life after his second half’s passing.

The beloved broadcaster, who previously doubted whether he’d make it to 60 or not, died “unexpectedly but peacefully” on March 28, 2023 at the age of 67. Paul’s official death certificate confirmed he’d died from sudden cardiac arrhythmia, which, according to the British Heart Foundation, usually occurs when an untreated abnormal heart rhythm, known as an arrhythmia, leads to a cardiac arrest.

He states, “I wanted to be as far away as possible for the anniversary.” “Life just keeps going. I’ve been okay.” Paul is always thinking of me. I’ve now had to make a lot of difficult choices. You can only hope that he will help me as I sell the house. Do I have the right intentions, or don’t I?

In quiet moments, Andre said how he often looked at videos of Paul, who died on March 28, at the home they shared in Kent. “I normally enjoy watching videos of him,” says Andre. “Sometimes I get upset but mostly I laugh about them. He was so funny. It also helps me to remember how funny and genuine and upbeat he was.”

Andre remembers how much simpler meal times were back then at their home. He had such a big personality in the house… He claims that it’s difficult to choose what to cook right now. No chicken, pork, or lamb were the only things Paul kept as a pet. It was always simple to decide what to eat for dinner.

Paul died from sudden cardiac arrhythmia, aged 67, which brought their 18-year love affair to an end. “I really thought that when we got married it would be forever,” he told the Mirror last year. “I just didn’t realise that forever would be so shortlived.”

Paul, a 47-year-old man, had several heart attacks while he was an adult. The first one occurred in 2002. As Paul began to confront the idea of his own mortality, he made some significant lifestyle changes, including giving up alcohol and increasing his exercise regimen.

I grew up overnight, Paul once said to the Daily Express. I’ve been toeing the line ever since, and it really did shake me. I’ve just sort of snoozed up. Last month, I had no alcohol on my birthday. I’d no longer be able to neck ten pints of cider, as it used to be. The discomfort is not worth it.

I once believed I could be invincible, but I’m running out of life right now. I’m not at all afraid of dying… I’m concerned about the way you pass away, that’s the worry.

With yesterday marking the second anniversary of his death, Paul’s husband André Portasio marked the milestone by sharing a heartwarming video of the late star that was filmed just moments before his passing . In the video, Paul appeared in great spirits as he thanked his fans for reading one of his books. Sadly, just 20 minutes after filming the clip, he died.

Posting the clip to Instagram , Andre wrote: “It’s incredible how our minds can shield us from the pain of loss in moments of shock. Today, my iPhotos reminded me of a lost video I recorded of Paul just 20 minutes before he sadly passed – what became the last recording he ever made to camera.

“In this bittersweet moment, you see him as the genuinely kind man he was, expressing heartfelt gratitude to everyone for supporting his book, which he recorded for an award ceremony he couldn’t attend. It’s hard to believe it’s been two years since his passing. All the while, he’s surrounded by his beloved dogs. We miss you dearly @paulogrady. Happy heavenly birthday! #paulogrady.”

Source: Mirror