One of Cork’s finest entertainers Danny La Rue died today. He was born in Cork. According to the statement on his website:
Danny La Rue – 1927 – 2009
Entertainer Danny La Rue has died at his home in Kent at the age of 81
La Rue’s spokeswoman told the PA News Agency that the star had died after suffering from prostate cancer.
“Danny died peacefully in his sleep just before midnight last night after a short illness,” she said.
His beloved companion Annie Galbraith was with him at their home in Kent.
Heres a few clips from youtube
Danny La Rue as Joan Collins
Danny La Rue
RIP Danny
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He was the most professional showbiz person I’ve ever met.
Everything you would expect of a star: flamboyant, arrogant, spoilt, egotistical … just the way I like ‘em! Rest in peace Danny.
Tony.