AceShowbiz - Tim Curry has died at the age of 80. The British actor passed away peacefully at his home in Los Angeles, closing a remarkable chapter on a career that spanned more than five decades.

The Los Angeles Fire Department responded to a medical emergency involving Tim Curry late at night and pronounced him dead at the scene. Authorities confirmed no foul play was suspected, following an investigation. Tim Curry had been living with serious health issues for over ten years after suffering a massive stroke in 2012, which left him partially paralyzed and unable to walk.

In the year before his death, around the time he published his memoir marking the 50th anniversary of The Rocky Horror Picture Show, Tim Curry shared that he was still unable to walk but remained connected to his fans and legacy.

Tim Curry is best known for his iconic portrayal of Dr. Frank-N-Furter, the charismatic scientist in the 1975 cult classic The Rocky Horror Picture Show. He also earned acclaim for his chilling role as Pennywise the clown in the 1990 adaptation of Stephen King’s It. Throughout his career, he showcased his versatility with roles such as Rooster Hannigan in Annie and Wadsworth in the film adaptation of . A gifted stage actor, he received three Tony Award nominations for performances in productions including Amadeus and Monty Python’s Spamalot. His distinctive voice work earned him a Daytime Emmy Award for the animated series Peter Pan and the Pirates.