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  "title": "Tim Curry, iconic character actor and ‘Rocky Horror Picture Show’ star, dies at 80",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/08/26/tim-curry-iconic-character-actor-and-rocky-horror-picture-show-star",
  "topic": "culture",
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  "published": "2026-08-26T16:16:40.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Winnipeg Free Press",
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    "url": "https://www.winnipegfreepress.com/arts-and-life/entertainment/2026/08/26/tim-curry-iconic-character-actor-and-rocky-horror-picture-show-star-dies-at-80"
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  "account": "Tim Curry, a renowned character actor known for his distinctive performances and quirky villains, has passed away at the age of 80. Curry was best known for his portrayal of Dr. Frank-N-Furter in the cult classic \"The Rocky Horror Picture Show.\" Born in Cheshire, England, Curry's early life was marked by frequent relocations due to his father's Navy service. After the loss of his father at the age of 12, Curry turned to cooking and honed his humor as a coping mechanism. He discovered his passion for acting during his teenage years, attending a liberal school in England that encouraged theatrical pursuits. Curry's breakthrough role came in 1973 when he starred as the Transylvanian rock star Frank-N-Furter in \"The Rocky Horror Picture Show,\" which went on to become a cultural phenomenon. The show's groundbreaking representation of LGBTQ+ characters earned Curry three Tony nominations and an Emmy nomination. Despite a stroke in 2012 that left him wheelchair-bound, Curry's unique voice and comedic timing continued to captivate audiences. His other notable stage and screen performances include roles in \"Travesties,\" \"Amadeus,\" \"Spamalot,\" and \"It.\" Curry's legacy as a versatile and eccentric performer will endure.",
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