Tim Curry died peacefully on 26 August 2026, at age 80. Reports surfaced on the same day. He is best known for the role of 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 confirmed the news. All said he was 80. Fans across the world paid tribute to his legacy. His distinguished career spanned theatre, film and television. He appeared in many stage shows. He developed a devoted following over his extensive career.