Tim Curry, of 'The Rocky Horror Picture Show,' dies at 80

Tim Curry, the renowned actor best known for his role as Dr. Frank-N-Furter in The Rocky Horror Picture Show, has passed away at the age of 80, according to reports from Variety and TMZ. The cause of his death was not immediately disclosed, but Curry had been dealing with poor health following a severe stroke that left him confined to a wheelchair.

Curry had previously mentioned in his memoir Vagabond that he was still unable to walk. Throughout his career, Curry earned nominations for the Laurence Olivier and Tony Awards for his stage work in the UK and the US. He also delivered Emmy-winning TV performances and showcased his versatility by playing a wide range of characters, from Gomez Addams in the Addams Family Reunion to the Joker in Batman: The Animated Series.

Curry's extensive career also included portraying historical figures like Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart, William Shakespeare, and King Arthur, as well as contributing to various soundtrack records. His talent extended to the realm of video games, with notable roles such as Soviet military officer Anatoly Cherdenko in Command and Conquer: Red Alert 3.

Curry's musical background was evident in his singing career as well, with several solo studio albums to his name.