Tim Curry died on 26 August 2026, at age 80. Reports surfaced that same day. He is most famous for his performance as 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 confirmed the news. All stated he was 80. Fans around the globe honoured his memory. His celebrated work spanned theatre, film and television. He appeared in numerous stage productions. He developed a devoted following over his extensive career.