Actor Tim Curry dies aged 80

Actor Tim Curry has died in Los Angeles aged 80.

The British actor leaves behind a remarkable career spanning more than five decades, with memorable performances across some of cinema’s biggest productions.

Curry was best known for his roles in films including The Rocky Horror Picture Show, where he played the charismatic, cross-dressing mad scientist Dr. Frank-N-Furter, as well as for his portrayal of Pennywise the Clown in Tommy Lee Wallace’s It. Curry’s other notable roles include appearances in Home Alone 2: Lost in New York, Clue and Legend.

As well as being a film actor, Curry was a renowned stage actor, most notably appearing again as Dr. Frank-N-Furter in the Broadway production of the Rocky Horror Picture Show. He earned three Tony Award nominations over the course of his career.

His longtime friend and manager Marcia Hurwitz confirmed that Curry had died on Wednesday at his home in Los Angeles.

RIP Tim Curry (1946–2026)