TV star Paul O'Grady has been rushed into hospital suffering heart problems.

Comedian Paul O'Grady rushed to hospital with recurring heart problems
By DAILY MAIL REPORTER
PUBLISHED: 19:08, 18 November 2013 | UPDATED: 20:40, 18 November 2013

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TV star Paul O'Grady has been rushed into hospital suffering heart problems.

The Liverpudlian comic did not appear on Monday night's Paul O'Grady Show as planned - instead being being replaced by Michael Ball, who was drafted-in to take his place.

Friends concerned at his absence from the show, which aired at prime-time slot 5pm, discovered that he had been taken to a hospital - the location of which is not yet known.

In a text to one worried friend, O'Grady, 58, said: 'I've had an angina attack and need a few days rest in hospital. I think I am going to be out of the game for a quite a while. They are taking me in for surgery tomorrow.'

Another friend added that the Merseyside-born personality, who rose to fame as Lily Savage, had been persuing a punishing schedule.
The friend said: 'Paul has been doing too much. He has already had one heart attack scare and he did take it as a warning and has tried his best to give up the cigs.

'But he is doing so many shows at the moment that it is not surprising that his body has again told him to slow down.
'I hope he takes notice this time, for his own sake, but I am not sure he will.'

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Published: 5:05pm, 19th November 2013
Updated: 10:43am, 20th November 2013

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Paul O'Grady is set to leave hospital after tests showed that "all is fine", his management has said.

The 58-year-old comedian and TV star, who has suffered from two heart attacks in the past, was admitted to hospital after feeling unwell.

Singer Michael Ball and presenter Stephen Mulhern were brought in to front O'Grady's ITV teatime chat show while he was away.

But the star, in a statement in which he also thanked fans and hospital staff "for their kindness", said he is now "feeling much better" following the suspected angina attack.

His management said that Paul had not undergone surgery and routine tests showed that he is well.

Paul, who also presents a Radio 2 show, is expected to return to work after resting for a few days at home.

In a statement, BM Creative Management said: "Paul O'Grady was admitted to hospital on Monday afternoon after feeling unwell .

"He has undergone routine tests which have shown all is fine. He will be going home tomorrow to rest for a few days before returning to work."

Paul said: "I am feeling much better - I would like to thank all the nursing staff for their kindness and everyone who has texted or phoned in wishing me well."

Stephen Mulhern read messages of support as he stood-in for the host on his chat show.

Chris Moyles joked that the star still owed him "a tenner", Amanda Holden said that the comedian had "given me a scare" and Celebrity Big Brother winner Rylan Clark warned that Paul had to watch out that Mulhern does not "start putting things in your tea to keep his feet under your desk".

Stephen reassured viewers that the comedian was "doing really well".

The star, who has been filming a new series of For The Love Of Dogs and spends much of his time with his animals on his farm in Kent, has returned with his ITV chat show after a four-year break.

ITV said that his chat show would be presented by Emma Willis, Vernon Kay and Jo Brand for the rest of the week.

Paul's Radio 2 show will continue as planned this weekend as he recorded the programme in advance. He has hosted a weekly two-hour show for the station since April 2009.

Celebrities sent messages of support to the star on Twitter.

Phillip Schofield wrote: "Sending lots of love to Paul O'Grady tonight. Get well soon mate x."

He can get home to his hoard off animals now lol including sheep.


Did you watch him on the Battersea Dogs home shows......

kitti wrote:He can get home to his hoard off animals now lol including sheep.


Did you watch him on the Battersea Dogs home shows......

No kitti I didn't see his shows but I know he had strong ties with Battersea dog's home.

He is very likeable and I'm glad he is O.K. and cuts out the work schedule.