Tim Curry: key obituary facts
Is Tim Curry dead? Yes. Tim Curry died on August 25, 2026, at age 80.
Cause of death: Tim Curry's cause of death has not been publicly confirmed.
What was Tim Curry known for?
He was an English actor (1946–2026).
More about Tim Curry
Born: 19 April 1946.
Place of birth: Grappenhall.
Place of death: Los Angeles.
Gender: male.
Occupation: actor, comedian, singer, voice actor, film producer, television actor, memoirist, film actor.
Nationality: United Kingdom, United States.
Education: University of Birmingham, Kingswood School, Lymm High School.
Notable work: The Rocky Horror Picture Show, It, Home Alone 2: Lost in New York.
Awards: stage actor, Whatsonstage.com Awards.
Also known as: Timothy James Curry.
Occupations: Actor, singer.
Years active: 1967–2025.
Tim Curry, the English actor and singer known for roles in The Rocky Horror Picture Show, Annie and It, died on August 25, 2026, aged 80.
Born Timothy James Curry in Grappenhall, Cheshire, he became closely associated with villainous stage and screen parts and built a career that ranged across theater, film and television. He was best known as Dr.
Frank-N-Furter in The Rocky Horror Show and its 1975 film adaptation, and later drew notice for performances including Rooster Hannigan in Annie, the Concierge in Home Alone 2: Lost in New York and Wadsworth in Clue. His work also brought him an Emmy Award and nominations for a Grammy Award, two Olivier Awards and three Tony Awards.
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