Tim Curry, an icon of the movie, theater, and video game world, known for titles like The Rocky Horror Picture Show and Command & Conquer, has passed away aged 80.
Curry's debut role and the one he was most closely associated with throughout his career was Dr. Frank-N-Furter, the mad scientist from the planet Transylvania in The Rocky Horror Picture Show. The role made Curry a star, and while he would move on to a long and storied career across a variety of projects, he would return to play the Criminologist in the film's 2016 TV remake on Fox.
On August 25, 2026, it was announced that Tim Curry had passed away at age 80. As reported by the BBC, Curry died at his Los Angeles home, though no cause of death was revealed. Fans quickly took to the Internet to share their love for the actor and for his many roles that enriched their lives, including ones in the video game world.
Legendary Actor Tim Curry Has Passed Away At 80
While Curry was best-known for films like The Rocky Horror Picture Show, It, Muppet Treasure Island, and Clue, he was a prolific performer across various mediums. He...
