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Tim Curry, iconic actor best known for Dr. Frank‑N‑Furter, dies at 80 in Los Angeles

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British actor Tim Curry, famed for his flamboyant turn as Dr. Frank‑N‑Furter in the 1975 cult classic The Rocky Horror Picture Show and a versatile career spanning stage, film and voice work, died on Tuesday night at his Los Angeles home at age 80. A cause of death has not been released, though he had been in fragile health since a major stroke in 2012.

Key points

  • Curry’s death was confirmed by multiple outlets; he passed away at his Los Angeles residence on Tuesday.
  • He had suffered a severe stroke in 2012, which left him using a wheelchair and required brain surgery.
  • His most celebrated role was Dr. Frank‑N‑Furter, the “sweet transvestite” in The Rocky Horror Picture Show, a part that defined his public image.
  • Curry earned three Tony nominations and received a Daytime Emmy, among other accolades, for his work across theater, film and voice acting.

What sources agree on

  • Tim Curry died on Tuesday night at his home in Los Angeles at age 80.
  • A cause of death was not immediately available in the reports.
  • He had experienced a major stroke in 2012 and had ongoing health issues thereafter.
  • Curry is best known for playing Dr. Frank‑N‑Furter in The Rocky Horror Picture Show.
  • He was a three‑time Tony nominee and also earned a Daytime Emmy nomination.
  • Police responded to his home, and no foul play was suspected.

Still unclear

  • No material disagreement was identified in the supplied reports.
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  1. 01
    France 24Europe
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    Tim Curry, star of 'The Rocky Horror Picture Show' and 'It', dies at 80

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    FRANCE 24
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    2026-08-26 18:09 UTC
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  2. 02
    DeadlineNorth America
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    Tim Curry Dies: ‘The Rocky Horror Picture Show’ Actor Was 80

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    Greg Evans
    Published
    2026-08-26 15:45 UTC
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  3. 03
    VarietyNorth America
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    Tim Curry, ‘Rocky Horror Picture Show’ Star, Dies at 80

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    Ellise Shafer
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    2026-08-26 15:40 UTC
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    The Hollywood ReporterNorth America
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    Tim Curry, Outlandish Star of ‘The Rocky Horror Picture Show,’ Dies at 80

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    Mike Barnes
    Published
    2026-08-26 15:30 UTC
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