Tim Curry died on 26 August 2026, at age 80. The news broke that same day. He is widely remembered for his performance as Dr Frank‑Furter in The Rocky Horror Picture Show. He also appeared in Stephen King's It.
ABC News, Nine.com.au, Variety, The Guardian, TMZ and CBS News reported his passing. All stated he was 80. Fans around the globe honoured his memory. His celebrated work covered theatre, film and television. He performed in a wide range of stage shows. He built a devoted following over many years.