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EastEnders Star Elizabeth Kelly Dies at 104
4 Feb
Summary
- Actress Elizabeth Kelly, known for EastEnders, passed away on Christmas Day.
- She played Nellie Ellis in EastEnders for 138 episodes from 1993 to 2000.
- Kelly's 40-year television career began at age 50 in Coronation Street.
Actress Elizabeth Kelly, renowned for her portrayal of Nellie Ellis in EastEnders, passed away on Christmas Day at the age of 104. Her funeral is scheduled for February 17 at St. Peter's Church in Scarborough.
Kelly was a familiar face in British television for four decades, beginning her acting career at age 50 in 1971 with a role in Coronation Street. She captivated audiences as the busybody relative of Pauline Fowler in EastEnders for 138 episodes between 1993 and 2000.
Her career extended beyond EastEnders, with appearances in popular shows such as Heartbeat, Grange Hill, Emmerdale, and The Bill. Kelly also featured in the cult film '24 Hour Party People' and retired from acting in 2007 after her final role in 'The Royal'.
