Eamon Kelly

Eamon Kelly (born 1914, Gneeveguilla, Sliabh Luachra, County Kerry, Ireland – died 24 October 2001) was an Irish actor, dramatist and playwright who became a member of the RTÉ actors group, the Radio Éireann Players, in 1952. He is best known for his performances of storytelling on stage, radio, and television. He was discovered as a story-teller by Micheál Ó hAodha, then Director of Drama and Variety, following an informal performance at a Radio Éireann Players' party.