Francis O'Kelly (December 28, 1938 – February 28, 2016), known as Frank Kelly, was an Irish actor, known for Father Ted (1995), Evelyn (2002), and Rat (2000). He was married to Bairbre Neldon. Francis O'Kelly (December 28, 1938 – February 28, 2016), known as Frank Kelly, was an Irish actor, known for Father Ted (1995), Evelyn (2002), and Rat (2000). He was married to Bairbre Neldon.