Tim Curry died peacefully on 26 August 2026, at age 80. The news broke that same day. He is best known 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 confirmed the news. All said he was 80. Fans around the globe honoured his memory. His distinguished career covered theatre, film and television. He appeared in numerous stage productions. He built a devoted following over his extensive career.