Tim Curry, the legendary British actor whose unmistakable voice, theatrical presence and fearless performances made him a pop culture icon, has died. He was 80. Curry died Tuesday night, Aug. 25, at his home in Los Angeles, according to multiple reports. His manager confirmed his death, CBS News reported Wednesday.
The Los Angeles Police Department confirmed to PEOPLE that officers responded to a call for service at approximately 11:20 p.m. Tuesday and conducted a death investigation involving a man in his 80s at a North Hollywood residence. TMZ, which first reported Curry’s death, reported that authorities did not suspect foul play.
Tim Curry has died at 80. The Rocky Horror Picture Show and It star leaves behind an extraordinary career spanning movies, TV, theater and music.
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Tim Curry has died at 80. The Rocky Horror Picture Show and It star leaves behind an extraordinary career spanning movies, TV, theater and music.
For generations of moviegoers, Curry was far more than the actor behind one famous character. His career stretched across theater, film, television, animation, music and voice acting, producing performances that could be hilarious, sinister, extravagant or sometimes all three at once.
