Tim Curry has sadly passed away at the age of 80.
Curry was one of the most distinctive and unforgettable performers of his generation. His death was reported on August 26, with reports saying he died Tuesday night.
Across a career spanning more than five decades, Curry proved capable of making virtually any role memorable. His performance as Dr. Frank-N-Furter in The Rocky Horror Picture Show became a defining piece of pop culture, while his terrifying portrayal of Pennywise in the 1990 adaptation of Stephen King’s It introduced an entirely different generation to his work.
His filmography also included beloved performances in Clue, Home Alone 2: Lost in New York, Muppet Treasure Island and Scary Movie 2, along with an extensive career on stage and as a voice actor.
Few performers could move between comedy, horror, musicals and villainous roles as effortlessly as Curry did. He leaves behind characters and performances that audiences will continue discovering for generations. Rest in peace, Tim Curry.