Henry Kelly
Henry Kelly was an influential Irish BBC Radio and TV broadcaster and a former journalist for The Irish Times, best known for his role as host of the popular quiz show 'Going for Gold' and the entertainment program 'Game for a Laugh' during the 1980s. He began his journalism career in the 1960s, covering the Northern Ireland Troubles for The Irish Times, a period he regarded as the highlight of his career. Born in 1946 in Athlone, Kelly balanced his successful media career with a deep commitment to journalism, remaining passionate about current affairs until his passing in 2024.
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Bill Chawke was represented by barrister Henry Kelly.
Prominent publican’s son and daughter plead guilty to assault at four-star Co Limerick hotel – The Irish Times
Ireland· 2026-02-23
Henry Kelly was known for Going for Gold.
Liz Hurley playing The Deceased on a Channel 4 game show? It’s camp and it’s on-trend – The Irish TimesIreland· 2025-05-23
Henry Kelly was a broadcaster known for hosting the daytime quiz show Going for Gold and was a staunch Fine Gael supporter.
Daily Mail owner Lord Rothermere in a spot of bother with his Dublin tenants – The Irish TimesIreland· 2025-03-02
Former winners include broadcaster Henry Kelly.
UCD and University of Galway students crowned winners of the Irish Times Debate – The Irish TimesIreland· 2025-02-28
Henry Kelly was a former Irish Times journalist and broadcaster who shot to fame in the 1980s as a presenter of BBC’s Going for Gold quizshow.
Henry Kelly, former Irish Times journalist and broadcaster, dies aged 78 – The Irish TimesIreland· 2025-02-26
