The life of Rocky Horror star Tim Curry
Summary
Tim Curry, a well-known English actor famous for playing Frank-N-Furter in The Rocky Horror Picture Show, has died at age 80. He was also known for roles in the TV adaptation of Stephen King's It and other films, and he had a stroke in 2012 that left him using a wheelchair.Key Facts
- Tim Curry was 80 years old at the time of his death.
- He first played Frank-N-Furter on stage before starring in the 1975 film version of The Rocky Horror Picture Show.
- Curry played the villain Pennywise in the 1990 TV version of Stephen King's It.
- Other notable movies include Muppet Treasure Island, Annie, The Hunt for Red October, and Home Alone 2.
- He received three Tony Award nominations for his work on Broadway.
- Curry suffered a major stroke in 2012 and used a wheelchair afterward.
- He published his autobiography titled Vagabond in 2023.
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