IN PICTURES: How Birkenhead paid tribute to Paul O'Grady

O'Grady died on March 28 aged 67 at his home in the village of Aldington in Kent. On Saturday, April 15 it was confirmed that he had died from a sudden cardiac arrhythmia.

Fans of the late Birkenhead-born star stood outside Primark on Grange Road to pay their respects and celebrate the celebrity’s life.

READ: ‘He never forgot Birkenhead’ Residents gather to remember Paul O’Grady

Locals and their dogs could be seen taking part in singing, dancing, and signing a book of condolences while donations were collected for local dog shelter, Friends of Birkenhead Kennels.

The Globe has rounded up the best pictures from the day.

Elaine from Birkenhead and her eight-year-old dog Cassie (Image: Rebecca McGrath)

Jill Simpson and her sister Julie brought their four legged friends to celebrate Paul O'Grady's life (Image: Rebecca McGrath)

Event organiser Janine Reynolds with her French Bulldog Nole (Image: Rebecca McGrath)

Crowds of people gathered on Grange Road to celebrate the life of Paul O'Grady (Image: Rebecca McGrath)

Residents signing a book of condolences (Image: Rebecca McGrath)

Owners Julie and Gemma have brought Minnie and Mollie (in the pink) and Obie (Image: Rebecca McGrath)

People joined in sing-a-longs to Sweet Caroline and Who Let The Dogs Out? (Image: Rebecca McGrath)

Volunteers from Friends of Birkenhead Kennels collected donations (Image: Rebecca McGrath)

Dogs of all shapes and sizes joined in the goodbyes to the local ledgend (Image: Rebecca McGrath)

Pooches came in their best dress (Image: Rebecca McGrath)