David Kelly

David Kelly

David Kelly (July 11, 1929 – February 12, 2012) was an Irish actor who had regular roles in several film and television works from the 1950s onwards. One of the most recognisable voices and faces of Irish stage and screen, Kelly was known for his roles as Rashers Tierney in Strumpet City, Cousin Enda in Me Mammy, the builder Mr O'Reilly in Fawlty Towers, Albert Riddle in Robin's Nest, and Grandpa Joe in the film Charlie and the Chocolate Factory (2005). Another notable role was as Michael O'Sullivan in Waking Ned Devine.

  • Jakers! The Adventures of Piggley Winks
  • Scarlett
  • Heartbeat
  • 2Point4 Children
  • Merlin of the Crystal Cave
  • Slinger's Day
  • In Sickness and in Health
  • Whoops Apocalypse
  • Strumpet City
  • Cowboys
  • The Glums
  • The Last of Summer
  • Citizen Smith
  • Robin's Nest
  • Fawlty Towers
  • Oh, Father!
  • The Adventurer
  • Play for Today
  • The Informer
  • Public Eye
  • BBC Play of the Month
  • The Wednesday Play
  • Armchair Theatre
  • General Electric Theater
  • Hallmark Hall of Fame

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