Tim Curry died peacefully on 26 August 2026, at age 80. Initial reports emerged that 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 the death. All stated he was 80. Fans worldwide honoured his memory. His iconic work covered theatre, film and television. He appeared in a wide range of stage shows. He earned a devoted following over his extensive career.