Irish actors died in Pneumonia
Here are 2 famous actors from Republic of Ireland died in Pneumonia:
John Huston
John Huston (August 5, 1906 Nevada-August 28, 1987 Middletown) a.k.a. John Marcellus Huston or Jhon Huston was an Irish film director, actor, screenwriter, film producer, voice actor and documentary filmmaker. He had five children, Danny Huston, Anjelica Huston, Tony Huston, Pablo Huston and Allegra Huston.
During his career, John Huston directed over 40 films, including classics such as "The Maltese Falcon" (1941), "The Treasure of the Sierra Madre" (1948), and "The African Queen" (1951). He was nominated for 15 Academy Awards and won twice - for his screenplay of "The Treasure of the Sierra Madre" and for his direction of "The African Queen".
In addition to his work in film, Huston was also an accomplished novelist and painter. He published several novels, including "The Maltese Falcon", which he adapted for the screen, and also exhibited his paintings in galleries around the world.
Huston was known for his larger-than-life personality and his love of adventure. He was a skilled horseman, boxer, and bullfighter, and often incorporated these interests into his films. He was also known for his tumultuous personal life, which included several marriages and numerous affairs.
Despite his reputation as a Hollywood rebel, Huston was widely respected in the film industry and is considered one of the greatest directors in the history of American cinema.
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David Kelly
David Kelly (July 11, 1929 Dublin-February 12, 2012 Goatstown) also known as Dave Kelly, David Blake Kelly or Dáithí Ó Ceallaigh was an Irish actor and painter. He had two children, David Kelly Jr. and Miriam Kelly.
Kelly started acting in his early twenties and had an extensive career in theater, film, and television. He gained international recognition for his role as Grandpa Joe in the 2005 film adaptation of "Charlie and the Chocolate Factory." Other notable film roles include "Waking Ned Devine," "Into the West," and "Stardust."
In addition to his acting career, Kelly was also an accomplished painter. He studied at the National College of Art and Design in Dublin and began exhibiting his work in the 1960s. His paintings often depicted Irish landscapes and he held several solo exhibitions throughout his career.
Kelly was well-respected in the Irish acting community and received several awards for his contributions to the industry, including the Irish Film and Television Academy Lifetime Achievement Award. He passed away in 2012 at the age of 82.
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