Tim Curry died peacefully on 26 August 2026, at age 80. The news broke that same day. He is most famous for playing 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 confirmed he was 80. Fans worldwide honoured his memory. His distinguished career covered theatre, film and television. He appeared in many stage shows. He developed a dedicated fan base over many years.