Council leader backs Paul O’Grady statue - LiverpoolWorld Headlines

The leader of Wirral Council is backing calls to erect a statue of Paul O'Grady in his hometown of Birkenhead. The 67-year-old died unexpectedly last month. A petition for a tribute to the star now has over 139,000 signatures, with the organiser stating the figure would 'immortalise' the iconic drag queen and comedian.