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.

David Kelly

Acting Born July 11, 1929 – Died February 12, 2012 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

BBC Play of the Month

Mr. Casey / College Director

Play for Today

Mark

Play for Today

The Judge

Heartbeat

Pa Deighton

The Wednesday Play

Finbar

The Wednesday Play

Miko

Charlie and the Chocolate Factory

Grandpa Joe

Public Eye

Stardust

Guard

Fawlty Towers

O'Reilly

Jakers! The Adventures of Piggley Winks

Captain Cumara (voice)

2Point4 Children

Paddy