Elsie Kelly dies at age of 89, cause of death revealed

British actress and Benidorm star Elsie Kelly has died aged 89, her agent, Michelle Sykes, confirmed the sad news on Wednesday, April 22.

According to a report by the Daily Star, Michelle also revealed that the actress had been unwell for a short time.

Noreen on the ITV sitcom, died on April 21 ‘surrounded by her family’, her agent confirmed.

In the statement, Kelly’s agent said: “She passed away peacefully, after a short illness, surrounded by her loving family on 21st April 2026 at the age of 89.”

“With a career spanning decades across television, theatre, and film, she most recently became a household name through her work on Benidorm…

“Her unmistakable charm, sharp timing and gentle humour made her a fan favourite.

“Beyond this iconic role, she appeared in numerous British television programmes, including Inside No. 9, Harry & the Wrinklies, The Famous Five and Crossroads.”

Following the sad news, Benidorm creator Derren Litten honoured Kelly’s legacy, describing her as a “comedic genius”.

He said, “So sad to pass on the news of the passing of Elsie Kelly aka Noreen in Benidorm.

“One of the best loved characters in the show and certainly one of the most beloved cast members. Elsie’s acting abilities and comic genius were so natural they were almost taken for granted.”