Notifications can be managed in browser preferences.Jump to contentIndependentSwipe for next articleIndependent Bulletin homepageDownload our appAllNewsSportCultureLifestyleIsobel LewisWednesday 22 April 2026 11:00 BST(AFP/Getty)Actor 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.Co-star Crissy Rock also expressed sadness, recalling “wonderful memories” of filming and praising Kelly's warmth and laughter.Kelly's acting abilities and comic genius were highlighted as being so natural they were almost taken for granted.In fullElsie Kelly death: Benidorm actor dies aged 89 as co-stars pay tributeThank you for registeringPlease refresh the page or navigate to another page on the site to be automatically logged inPlease refresh your browser to be logged in