Tim Curry died on 26 August 2026, at age 80. Initial reports emerged on the same day. He is most famous for the role of 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 the death. All confirmed he was 80. Fans across the world honoured his memory. His celebrated work spanned theatre, film and television. He performed in numerous stage productions. He built a devoted following over his extensive career.