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Famed cult actor Tim Curry, star of 'Rocky Horror Picture Show' and 'Home Alone 2,' dead at 80
Tim Curry, a character actor who created a gallery of delicious, very loony villains for stage and screen, including Dr. Frank-N-Furter in “The Rocky Horror Picture Show” and the smug concierge in “Home Alone 2: Lost in New York,” has died. He was 80.
TL;DR
- Tim Curry, a celebrated character actor, has died at 80.
- He was renowned for his roles as Dr. Frank-N-Furter in "The Rocky Horror Picture Show" and the concierge in "Home Alone 2: Lost in New York."
- Curry was known for his arch humor, unique face, and gift for voices.
- He received three Tony nominations and one Emmy nod during his career.
- He suffered a stroke in 2012, which affected his mobility.
- Curry's career included notable performances on Broadway and in films like "It" and "The Hunt for Red October."
- He also lent his voice to numerous animated series.
- Curry was born in Cheshire, England, and his early life experiences shaped his sense of humor and mimcry.