Going For Gold quizmaster Henry Kelly has died at the age of 78, his family has announced.
In a statement, they revealed that he had died peacefully’ on Tuesday (February 25) “after a period of ill health”.
Henry was a much-loved Irish radio and television broadcaster, actor and journalist. He became a household name presenting shows such as Going For Gold and Game For A Laugh.
Death of Going For Gold star Henry Kelly announced
In a statement, his devastated family said: “Henry will be sorely missed by his friends and family, including his partner Karolyn Shindler, their son Alexander, Henry’s daughter Siobhan and her mother Marjorie.”
Oh no, Henry Kelly has died. Away to join Jeremy Beadle in that Game For A Laugh in the sky.
The statement added that he had “died peacefully after a period of ill health”.
Tributes pour in
Fans of the presenter shared their tributes on social media.
One said: “Just seen Henry Kelly died. Rest in peace.”
Another commented: “Oh no, Henry Kelly has died. Away to join Jeremy Beadle in that Game For A Laugh in the sky.”
“Sad news that Henry Kelly has died. I have fond memories of Going For Gold and Henry was the perfect host. Thoughts are with his family and friends,” said another.
“RIP Henry Kelly, always seemed a nice chap,” another also said.
“Rest in peace, Henry Kelly. Looks like someone is checking the trivia answers in the sky now,” said another sadly.
RIP Henry Kelly
You’ll be Sorly Missed ♥ . pic.twitter.com/ZXDP5btPgK— Darren Carley (@DarrenJCarley76) February 26, 2025
Another said sadly: “I’m surprised that Henry Kelly was only 78. He just seems to have always been there. A TV legend.”
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