Going for Gold and Game for a Laugh host dies, aged 78 - Broadcaster died peacefully after a period of ill health

TV presenter Henry Kelly, who was known for hosting shows including Going For Gold, has died. His family shared a statement to share the news and pay tribute to the star

Kelly hosted Going For Gold for 10 seasons. The show featured contestants from different European countries who competed against each other to answer questions to win a prize. The show’s theme tune was composed by Hans Zimmer. The show was revived by Channel 5 in 2008 with presenter John Suchet.

It’s heartbreaking to hear of the passing of the Going for Gold presenter HenryKelly he was a lovely man sending condolences to his family and friends RIP Henry,’ added Mof

Kelly began his career in journalism - radio and TV presenting gigs followed - including Game For A Laugh and Classic FM.

Writer and broadcaster, who also co-hosted Game For A Laugh in the 80s, died ‘peacefully after a period of ill health’

Going For Gold presenter Henry Kelly has died aged 78, his family has said. The Dublin-born writer and broadcaster died "peacefully" on Tuesday "after a period of ill health", his family said. "Henry will be sorely missed by his friends and family,

Legendary Going for Gold presenter dies after health battle - TV presenter’s family said he ‘died peacefully’ on Tuesday ‘after a period of ill health’