Tim Curry, the renowned actor celebrated for his iconic roles in The Rocky Horror Picture Show, Clue, and It, has passed away at the age of 80. His death was confirmed by documents from the Los Angeles County Department of Public Health, with the cause being coronary artery disease. Additional health issues, including a history of stroke and kidney cancer, also played a role in his passing.
Curry, despite his health challenges, never underwent surgery for these conditions. News of his death came a week after his passing and was confirmed by his publisher, Jimmy Franco, who described the loss as deeply saddening.
The Los Angeles Police Department verified that officers investigated a death involving a man in his 80s in his home, with no foul play suspected.
Curry’s impact on popular culture began with his role as Frank-N-Furter in the 1975 film The Rocky Horror Picture Show. Initially portraying the character in the 1973 London stage production, Curry’s performance remained influential with the film’s cult status known for midnight screenings and interactive audience participation.
His versatility stretched across theater, film, and television. Curry mesmerized audiences as Pennywise in the 1990 miniseries It, displayed comedic brilliance in Clue as Wadsworth, entertained in Home Alone 2: Lost in New York as a concierge, and portrayed the cunning Cardinal Richelieu in The Three Musketeers.
Throughout his career, Curry received numerous accolades, securing three Tony Award nominations for performances in My Favorite Year, Amadeus, and Spamalot. His talent also earned him a Daytime Emmy Award and a Primetime Emmy nomination.
Despite suffering a major stroke in 2012, Curry continued to contribute to the entertainment industry, particularly in voice acting. In 2024, he returned to live-action film with Stream, showcasing his enduring passion for acting.