{
  "id": 3551244,
  "title": "Tim Curry Remembered: The Muppets, Rosie O’Donnell and More Mourn the Legendary Actor",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/08/26/tim-curry-remembered-the-muppets-rosie-odonnell-and-more-mourn-the",
  "topic": "culture",
  "section": "Culture",
  "published": "2026-08-26T17:22:14.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "TheWrap",
    "slug": "thewrap",
    "url": "https://www.thewrap.com/culture-lifestyle/culture/tim-curry-remembered-death-reactions/"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "Tim Curry, the legendary actor known for iconic roles in \"The Rocky Horror Picture Show,\" \"Annie,\" \"Clue\" and \"It,\" was mourned by friends, colleagues and former co-stars following his death at the age of 80. His team described Curry's passing as a loss of a curious, expansive mind and generous, gentle heart. Marcia Hurwitz, his longtime friend and manager, confirmed his death. The Muppets, who starred with Curry in \"Muppet Treasure Island,\" paid tribute on Instagram, calling him an honorary Muppet and praising his wit, charm, unnerving performance and deep humor. His co-star from \"Clue,\" Michael McKean, shared his last conversation with Curry, which was about life, love and laughter. Rosie O'Donnell called Curry the \"sweetest man\" and shared a photo on Instagram. The Human Rights Campaign honored Curry's authenticity in art, recalling his portrayal of the unapologetic Dr. Frank-n-Furter in \"Rocky Horror Picture Show.\"",
  "summary": "\"As a performer he was unparalleled – witty, charming, unnerving, and deeply funny. We will always consider it one of our greatest treasures,\" the Muppets write of his passing The post Tim Curry Remembered: The Muppets, Rosie O’Donnell and More Mourn the Legendary Actor appeared first on TheWrap .",
  "key_points": [
    "Tim Curry died at 80, leaving a legacy in film and theater",
    "Muppets honored Curry as honorary member, praised his wit and charm",
    "Rosie O'Donnell called Curry the 'sweetest man' in Instagram tribute"
  ],
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    "also_reported_by": [
      {
        "outlet": "IGN",
        "title": "Fans Mourn Tim Curry After Legendary Actor Dies at 80 Years Old",
        "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/08/26/fans-mourn-tim-curry-after-legendary-actor-dies-at-80-years-old",
        "published": "2026-08-26T17:40:14.000Z"
      }
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  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
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