Tim Curry Remembered By ‘Rocky Horror Show’ Playwright Richard O’Brien & The Broadway Revival
UPDATE, with tribute from playwright Richard O’Brien: Richard O’Brien, who wrote The Rocky Horror Show and cast his friend Tim Curry in the central role of Frank-N-Furter back in the ’70s, joined the current Broadway revival in offering up a heartfelt tribute to the late actor who died Tuesday at the age of 80. In […]
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- First observed by CurrentWire: CBS News · Aug 26, 2026 at 9:36 PM ET
- Coverage span: 17h 14m
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Tim Curry Remembered By ‘Rocky Horror Show’ Playwright Richard O’Brien & The Broadway Revival(opens original report in a new tab)CBS NewsTier B
Tim Curry, star of "The Rocky Horror Picture Show," dies at 80(opens original report in a new tab)Tim Curry was known for his iconic performances in cult classics like "The Rocky Horror Picture Show" and the original screen adaptation of Stephen King's "It." — CBS News
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