Tim Curry Dies: 'It' and 'The Rocky Horror Picture Show' Legend Passes Away at 80

Legendary British actor Tim Curry has died at the age of 80. According to reports, police found his body late on Tuesday evening, August 25, at his home in Los Angeles. The official cause of death had not been disclosed at the time of publication, however, it is reported that the actor had been battling serious health problems for more than a decade.

Found at His Home in Los Angeles

According to reports, law enforcement officers found Curry at his Los Angeles home late on Tuesday evening, August 25. The materials note that the actor had suffered from serious health problems for many years, which apparently formed part of the circumstances preceding his death. Details about the condition in which he was found and the course of any possible investigations are not provided in the available sources.

Roles That Made Him a Legend

Tim Curry entered film history thanks to a number of iconic characters. He gained wide international fame for his role as the clown Pennywise in the 1990 film adaptation of Stephen King's novel 'It' — an image that is still considered one of the most memorable in the horror genre. Among the actor's other notable works are Mr. Hector in the comedy 'Home Alone 2: Lost in New York' and Dr. Frank N. Furter in the legendary musical 'The Rocky Horror Picture Show.'

Health Problems

As sources note, Curry lived with serious health problems for more than ten years. In particular, he suffered a stroke in 2012, after which his condition and professional activity remained under constant attention from fans and the press. It is this long period of deteriorating health that, according to reports, preceded his death in 2026.

Behind the Scenes: The Voice from Command & Conquer

Beyond film, Curry was also known in the gaming industry. According to industry publications, he voiced the character of Premier Khrachenko in the cult strategy game Command & Conquer, making his voice recognizable to an entire generation of gamers. Thus, the loss of the actor became an event not only for cinema but also for gaming culture.