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  "id": 3573969,
  "title": "Famed cult actor Tim Curry, star of ‘Rocky Horror Picture Show’ and ‘Home Alone 2,’ dead at 80",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/08/26/famed-cult-actor-tim-curry-star-of-rocky-horror-picture-show-and-home",
  "topic": "culture",
  "section": "Culture",
  "published": "2026-08-26T18:26:57.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Fortune",
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    "url": "https://fortune.com/2026/08/26/tim-curry-rocky-horror-picture-show-dead-80/"
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  "account": "Tim Curry, renowned character actor celebrated for his eccentric performances in stage and screen productions, including Dr. Frank-N-Furter in \"The Rocky Horror Picture Show\" and the smarmy concierge in \"Home Alone 2: Lost in New York,\" has passed away at the age of 80. Curry suffered a stroke in 2012, which left him confined to a wheelchair, but he continued to work until his death on Tuesday night at his Los Angeles residence, as confirmed by his longtime manager and friend Marcia Hurwitz. No specific cause of his death was disclosed. Known for his comedic flair, distinctive appearance, and versatile voice acting skills, Curry earned three Tony nominations for his work in \"Spamalot,\" \"My Favorite Year,\" and \"Amadeus.\" His career also included roles in various Broadway productions and notable film appearances such as the miniseries adaptation of Stephen King's \"It,\" \"The Hunt for Red October,\" and \"The Three Musketeers.\" Curry's breakthrough role was as the Transylvanian character Frank-N-Furter in the 1973 musical \"The Rocky Horror Picture Show,\" which catapulted him to stardom and remains an iconic part of popular culture. Despite initial reluctance to discuss the film, Curry eventually embraced its enduring legacy and participated in public events related to it. His ability to portray both villainous and lovable characters endeared him to audiences, with fans like Kiefer Sutherland and Carol Burnett praising his talent and friendship. Born in Cheshire, England, Curry developed a passion for cooking and humor during his formative years after his father's death. His career in acting began in earnest in his teenage years and continued throughout his life, marked by a diverse array of roles that showcased his range and versatility.",
  "summary": "Curry died on Tuesday evening in his home in Los Angeles, his manager and friend confirmed.",
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      {
        "outlet": "Toronto Sun",
        "title": "Tim Curry, ‘The Rocky Horror Picture Show’ actor, dies at 80",
        "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/08/26/tim-curry-the-rocky-horror-picture-show-actor-dies-at-80",
        "published": "2026-08-26T16:25:27.000Z"
      },
      {
        "outlet": "The Sydney Morning Herald",
        "title": "Actor Tim Curry, known for stage and screen villains, dies aged 80",
        "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/08/26/actor-tim-curry-known-for-stage-and-screen-villains-dies-aged-80",
        "published": "2026-08-26T16:46:32.000Z"
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      {
        "outlet": "The Age",
        "title": "Actor Tim Curry, known for stage and screen villains, dies aged 80",
        "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/08/26/actor-tim-curry-known-for-stage-and-screen-villains-dies-aged-80-3551100",
        "published": "2026-08-26T16:46:32.000Z"
      },
      {
        "outlet": "Business Standard IN",
        "title": "Tim Curry, English actor of 'Rocky Horror', 'Clue' and 'It', dies at 80",
        "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/08/26/tim-curry-english-actor-of-rocky-horror-clue-and-it-dies-at-80",
        "published": "2026-08-26T17:34:28.000Z"
      }
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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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