
Acting
David Kelly
Dublin, IrelandBorn 1929
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.
45
Films
31
TV Shows
Known For
76 Credits
Play for Today
as Mark
1970

Play for Today
as The Judge
1970

Heartbeat
as Pa Deighton
1992

BBC Play of the Month
as Mr. Casey / College Director
1965

Charlie and the Chocolate Factory
as Grandpa Joe
2005

The Wednesday Play
as Finbar
1964

The Wednesday Play
as Miko
1964

Public Eye
1965

Stardust
as Guard
2007

2Point4 Children
as Paddy
1991

Fawlty Towers
as O'Reilly
1975

The Adventurer
as Carlson
1972