Tim Curry, iconic character actor and star of 'Rocky Horror Picture Show,' dies at 80
Summary
Tim Curry, a British actor famous for playing strange and memorable villains like Dr. Frank-N-Furter in "The Rocky Horror Picture Show," died at age 80. He had a stroke in 2012 that left him in a wheelchair and passed away at his home in Los Angeles. Curry had a long career on stage and screen, earning multiple award nominations.Key Facts
- Tim Curry was 80 years old when he died.
- He is best known for playing Dr. Frank-N-Furter in "The Rocky Horror Picture Show," both on stage and in the 1975 movie.
- Curry suffered a stroke in 2012, which caused him to use a wheelchair afterward.
- He died at his home in Los Angeles; the cause of death was not shared.
- Curry received three Tony Award nominations and one Emmy nomination during his career.
- Some of his other famous roles include parts in "Spamalot," "Amadeus," "It" (1990 miniseries), and "The Three Musketeers" (1993).
- Born in Cheshire, England, Curry was the son of a Navy chaplain and had a passion for humor and cooking.
- He initially avoided talking about "Rocky Horror" but later accepted its iconic place in pop culture.
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