Joseph Maria Kelly (born 20 December 1972) is a musician, songwriter, and athlete of Irish-American descent.

Sports enthusiast Kelly often participates in endurance competitions and fun events, such as TV total, Wok racing or diving.

As of 2006, Kelly has finished over 50 marathons and has participated in endurance competitions – including events such as Ultramarathon, Ironman Triathlon or Tough-Guy-Race.

[citation needed] In 2008 he participated in the Atacama Crossing in Chile and finished the 250 kilometres in 6 days, 36:15:3 hours.

He finished the six legs in fourth place, becoming first in his age group in one of the toughest desert races in the world.