In a poignant tribute to his lifelong commitment to animal welfare, the late TV and...
Published: 5:28 pm December 8, 2023
Updated: 11:20 am October 8, 2025
Paul O’Grady Posthumously Named as PETA’s Person of the Year

In a poignant tribute to his lifelong commitment to animal welfare, the late TV and radio presenter Paul O’Grady has been named PETA’s Person of the Year posthumously. O’Grady, who passed away in March at the age of 67, dedicated a significant portion of his career to advocating for the rights and well-being of animals.

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O’Grady’s impactful legacy is marked by his involvement in various animal rights campaigns. He joined PETA in the 1990s to shed light on the issue of animal testing, a cause he championed fervently throughout his life. His efforts extended to supporting campaigns against fur, advocating for the ban on foie gras, and raising awareness about the treatment of orcas in marine parks.

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