Kellie Shirley

Kellie Shirley, born on July 11, 1981, is an English actress known for her work in film, television, theatre, and radio. Hailing from Croydon, she comes from a large Northern Irish family. Shirley has appeared in various TV programs, including co-presenting shows for BBC2 and Channel 5. She gained recognition for her role as Kirsty De La Croix in the Sky One comedy series 'In the Long Run,' created by Idris Elba. Another notable role was Carly Wicks in the BBC soap opera 'EastEnders'. In addition, Shirley was selected by BAFTA for their BAFTA Elevate 2020/21 program, which aims to support underrepresented groups in the industry. She has also co-hosted the BBC Two show 'Something for the Weekend' and made an appearance in an episode of the BBC soap opera 'Doctors' in May 2023.