Tim Curry Passes Away At 80: From 'Rocky Horror' To 'It', A Career Of Iconic Characters
Los Angeles: Tim Curry, a character actor who created a gallery of delicious, very loony villains for stage and screen, including Dr. Frank-N-Furter in “The Rocky Horror Picture Show” and the smug concierge in “Home Alone 2: Lost in New York”, has died. He was 80. Curry, who suffered a stroke in 2012 that put him in a wheelchair, died Tuesday night at his home in Los Angeles, according to his…
Los Angeles: Actor Tim Curry, who brought iconic characters to the stage and screen, has passed away at 80. Curry is best known for his role as the flamboyant Dr. Frank-N-Furter in "The Rocky Horror Picture Show" and for his voice work in "The IT" miniseries. Curry suffered a stroke in 2012, which left him in a wheelchair. He earned three Tony nominations and a Primetime Emmy nod during his career, which spanned both stage and film.
Curry's legacy includes his unforgettable portrayal of Frank-N-Furter, as well as his distinctive voice that became synonymous with certain characters. Friends and colleagues have expressed their deep sorrow over his loss, praising Curry's unique talents and memorable performances.
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