PAUL O’Grady’s final ever TV project has been revealed following the presenter’s sudden death.
The beloved host and former drag queen passed away aged 67 in March this year.
His death was later confirmed to be as a result of cardiac arrhythmia following a history of heart problems.
The final episodes of his show Paul O’Grady: For the Love of dogs aired soon after leaving fans in tears.
And now his final ever TV project has been revealed, which also involves animals.
Paul travelled through Thailand last year as he filmed a two-part series showcasing the country’s many elephant rescue centres.
The show, called Paul O’Grady’s Great Elephant Adventure, will broadcast on ITV1 this autumn.
It will see the former Lily Savage star get stuck in as he roles his sleeves up and helps out.
Paul also heads out from the sanctuaries to grab a slice of local life by exploring nearby colourful markets, temples, apothecaries and sampling the local cuisine.
Each episode highlights a particular challenge faced by elephants in the region and – as ever – Paul’s love for animals shines throughout the series.
The tone is warm, playful and heartfelt and always characterised by his much-loved wit and humour.
Meanwhile, The Sun exclusively revealed how Amanda Holden is the front runner to take over hosting duties of For the Love of Dogs.
But it is a sensitive issue given how closely Lily Savage star Paul was associated with the series — and ITV is reluctant to broach the subject as the pain of his death feels too raw.
A TV insider said: “Execs just feel like it’s too soon to make firm plans about the series, as it’s barely been two months since he died.
“But the feeling at the home is that it’s what Paul would have wanted.
“After all, he cared deeply about the animals in Battersea.”
