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Siobhan Finneran 'devastated' as tribute paid to Benidorm co-star
- On Tuesday, British actress Elsie Kelly died at age 89 after a short illness, her agent Michelle Sykes confirmed. Kelly was best known for playing Noreen Maltby in the ITV series Benidorm.
- Before her fame in Benidorm, Kelly enjoyed a career spanning more than five decades across television and theatre. She appeared in Crossroads and Bread, served as Head of Theatre Studies at Elliott Clarke College, and directed Birkenhead Operatic Society from 1973 until 2019, overseeing more than 80 musicals.
- Benidorm creator Derren Litten described Kelly as a "comedic genius," noting her natural ability to elevate every scene. Litten expanded her role after observing her rapport with co-star Johnny Vegas; she was originally intended to leave after the first episode.
- Co-Star Crissy Rock, who played Janey Yorke, called Kelly an "absolute joy" in an emotional tribute on Instagram. Tributes from colleagues and fans across the UK and Spain have poured in following the announcement.
- Kelly is survived by her sons Chris and Geoff, and her grandson Elliott. Her legacy persists through Benidorm, which remains a cultural touchpoint for British expats and holidaymakers in Spain's Costa Blanca.
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Elsie Kelly dies at 89: Tributes to the ‘Benidorm’ star from fans in Spain and the UK
British actress Elsie Kelly, best known to millions for her role as Noreen Maltby in the hit ITV series Benidorm, has died aged 89. Her passing was confirmed on April 21 following a short illness, with tributes quickly pouring in from colleagues and fans across the UK and Spain. Kelly’s death marks the loss of a familiar face for British audiences, particularly those with a connection to Spain’s… Source
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