The documentary follows the unique career of a working-class Merseysider who found fame as a drag queen and later as himself. From his early life in Birkenhead to his rise to stardom in London, Paul O'Grady's journey is marked by both drama and success. He formed a drag act, Lily Savage, which became a sensation on TV, and later reinvented himself as a presenter, actor, and host.
The Paul O'Grady Story
The documentary chronicles the remarkable career of a charismatic entertainer, highlighting his versatility in playing multiple roles, including his iconic drag queen persona Lily Savage, and explores his life as a working-class Merseysider beyond the glamour of stardom.
