Gerry Kelly, Northern Ireland’s Beloved Broadcaster | Belfast News

Gerry Kelly, the beloved Northern Irish broadcaster who anchored the iconic UTV chat show “Kelly” for 17 years and hosted BBC Radio Ulster for a decade, has died at 77. A Friday night staple from 1989 to 2005, his show brought top entertainment talent into homes across Northern Ireland, earning him the title of one of the region’s most cherished voices. Known for his warmth, charisma, and deep connection with audiences across generations, Kelly’s legacy was cemented by industry praise and a heartfelt outpouring of grief from fans and colleagues alike. Diagnosed with prostate cancer in 2016, his battle was kept private, but his impact on Northern Ireland’s media landscape remains immeasurable. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/c2d1ed3a250eb974