Elsie Kelly, the Benidorm actress known for her role as Noreen/Maltby, has died at age 89. Multiple outlets report she passed away on April 21, 2026 after a brief illness, with tributes pouring in from fellow cast members and fans. If you’d like, I can pull the latest confirmations and share a concise summary of the tributes and reaction from the Benidorm cast.
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Elsie enjoyed a spectacular career spanning over five decades
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www.imdb.comKelly, who played Noreen on the ITV comedy series for more than a decade, passed away 'surrounded by her family'
www.standard.co.ukActor died on Tuesday following a short illness
www.independent.co.ukElsie Kelly reveals her double delight at playing Noreen and her twin Doreen in Benidorm...
www.whattowatch.comBenidorm star Elsie Kelly, who starred as Noreen Maltby on the long-running ITV sitcom, has passed away at the age of 89, her co-star has announced this morning
www.mirror.co.ukA Benidorm legend has sadly died as her co-stars spoke out.
www.express.co.ukActor Elsie Kelly, best known for her role as Doreen in ITV's holiday comedy Benidorm, has died aged 89. Her agent confirmed she passed away peacefully on 21st April 2026 after a short illness, surrounded by her loving family. Benidorm creator Derren Litten paid tribute, describing Kelly as a 'comedic genius' and one of the show's most beloved characters.
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