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Tim Curry receives outpouring of tributes after death aged 80
Curry, best known for playing Dr Frank-N-Furter in cult classic The Rocky Horror Picture Show, died at his Los Angeles home Tuesday night, his manager confirmed.
TL;DR
- Tim Curry, known for his role as Dr. Frank-N-Furter, has died at 80.
- He passed away at his Los Angeles home, with his manager confirming the news.
- Curry had been dealing with serious health issues for over a decade, including a stroke in 2012.
- Tributes from co-stars like Carol Burnett, Rosie O'Donnell, Selma Blair, Luke Evans, Rob Schneider, Michael McKean, Lesley Ann Warren, Elaine Hendrix, and Eric Idle highlight his talent and kindness.
- His notable roles included The Rocky Horror Picture Show, Annie, Clue, Home Alone 2: Lost in New York, Muppet Treasure Island, and Spamalot.
- Colleagues praised his ability to play villains, his gifted performance style, and his gentlemanly demeanor.