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The Life and Death of Lily Savage

Intimate documentary exploring how Paul O'Grady's creation, Lily Savage, took mainstream TV by storm. Unravel the real story of Lily with insights from Paul's daughter and famous pals.

Top Cast

  • Paul O'Grady

    Paul O'Grady

    Self (archive footage)

  • Jo Brand

    Jo Brand

    Self

  • Alan Carr

    Alan Carr

    Self

  • Julian Clary

    Julian Clary

    Self

  • Jools Holland

    Jools Holland

    Self

  • Ian McKellen

    Ian McKellen

    Self

  • Sharyn Mousley

    Sharyn Mousley

    Self

  • Graham Norton

    Graham Norton

    Self

  • Sheila Rudd

    Sheila Rudd

    Self

Overview

Intimate documentary exploring how Paul O'Grady's creation, Lily Savage, took mainstream TV by storm. Unravel the real story of Lily with insights from Paul's daughter and famous pals.

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