The legendary actor, singer, and stage performer Tim Curry passed away at his home in Los Angeles at age 80.
His manager, Marcia Hurwitz, confirmed that he died peacefully on August 25, 2026. While a specific cause of death was not immediately disclosed, Curry had experienced ongoing health challenges following a severe stroke in 2012.
Key Career Milestones
- Dr. Frank-N-Furter: Originated the iconic role in the 1973 London stage production of The Rocky Horror Show and reprised it in the 1975 film adaptation The Rocky Horror Picture Show, cementing his status as a cult cinema icon.
- Dr. Frank-N-Furter: Terrified a generation of viewers as the shape-shifting entity in the 1990 TV miniseries adaptation of Stephen King’s It.
- Fan-Favorite Film Roles: Delivered memorable performances in beloved hits, including Clue (as Wadsworth the Butler), Annie (as Rooster Hannigan), Home Alone 2: Lost in New York, The Hunt for Red October, Legend, and Muppet Treasure Island.
- Stage & Voice Work: Earned three Tony Award nominations (including for Amadeus and Spamalot) and won a Daytime Emmy for his expansive voice acting career in projects like Peter Pan & the Pirates and Star Wars: The Clone Wars.
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