Tim Curry died on 26 August 2026, at age 80. The news broke on the same day. He is widely remembered for playing Dr Frank‑Furter in The Rocky Horror Picture Show. He also acted 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 across the world paid tribute to his legacy. His distinguished career covered theatre, film and television. He performed in many stage shows. He built a dedicated fan base over many years.