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David Kelly

Jul 11, 1929 - Feb 12, 2012 (82 years old) in Dublin, Ireland

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.

Known For

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BBC Play of the Month
Mr. Casey / College Director
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Play for Today
The Judge
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Fawlty Towers
O'Reilly
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Scarlett
Hall Porter
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Heartbeat
Pa Deighton

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