Timothy James Curry, better known as Tim Curry, is a famous British actor and singer who rose to fame for his role in the 1975 cult classic film Dr. Frank-N-Furter. The Rocky Horror Picture Show.
Curry originally played the iconic role in stage productions in London in 1973 and Los Angeles in 1974 The Rocky Horror Picture Showcementing his status as a versatile and charismatic performer.
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- Full name: Timothy James Curry
- Stage name: Tim Curry
- Date of Birth: April 19, 1946
- Age: 78
- Birthplace: Warrington Grappenhall, Lancashire, England
- Nationality: British
- Occupation: Actor, singer
- Height: 1.75 m
- Parents: Patricia Curry and James Curry
- Siblings: Judith Curry
- Spouse: Unknown
- Children: Unknown
- Relationship: Unknown
- Net worth: $12 million
Early life and education
Timothy James Curry was born on April 19, 1946 in Grappenhall, Warrington, Lancashire, England. His father was a school secretary, Patricia (who died in June 1999), and his mother was a Royal Navy chaplain, James Curry. Curry has an older sister, Judith Curry, who was a concert pianist and died of a brain tumor in 2001.
Curry attended boarding school and later Kingswood School in Bath, Somerset. He later studied drama and English at the University of Cambridge and the University of Birmingham, graduating with overall honours.
Profession
Tim Curry is a prolific actor and singer whose career spans over five decades. He is best known for his iconic portrayal of the flamboyant Dr. Frankenstein in the cult classic film The Rocky Horror Picture Show (1975), a role he had first played in a London stage production two years earlier.
Curry’s extensive filmography includes memorable roles in the following films: clue (1985), legend (1985), Home Alone 2: Lost in New York (1992), and Anne (1982). He has voiced numerous animated films and television series, including FernGully: The Last Rainforest (1992) and Planet Earth and Planet Earth (1990-1996).
As a voice actor, Curry has contributed critically acclaimed performances, including his role in Peter Pan and the Pirates (1990–1991), and in Fern ValleyKing Chicken DuckmanSir Nigel Thornberry Wild thornsand Chancellor Palpatine/Darth Sidious Star Wars: The Clone Wars.
In addition to his prolific acting career, Curry has released three rock-themed studio albums: Read my lips (1978), Fearless (1979), and Simple (1981), which showcased his talents as a singer-songwriter. Over the course of a long and prolific career, Tim Curry has established himself as a versatile and critically acclaimed performer, making an indelible mark on both film and television.
Social Media
- Instagram account: @officialtimcurry
- Facebook account: Tim Curry News
- Twitter: @TimothyCurry
Personal life
Tim Curry is a famous actor known for his iconic roles, but he chooses to remain private about his relationships. Details of his personal life are largely unknown to the public, and it remains uncertain whether he is ever married or has children.
However, there have been some unconfirmed reports and rumors about Tim Curry’s relationships over the years. In 2005, he was rumored to have been in a relationship with Marcia Hurwitz. Also, in 2008, it was reported that Tim Curry and Marina DeRuyko were in a relationship.
Discography
- Read my lips (1978)
- Fearless (1979)
- Simple (1981)
Filmography
- Dr. Frank-N-Furter The Rocky Horror Picture Show (1975)
- Cock Hannigan Anne (1982)
- Wordsworth clue (1985)
- Concierge Home Alone 2: Lost in New York (1992)
- John Silver Muppet Treasure Island (1996)
net worth
Tim Curry is an acclaimed English actor, singer, and songwriter who has amassed a net worth of $12 million over the course of his long and distinguished career.
Curry is best known for his role as the flamboyant Dr. Frankenstein in the original stage play. The Rocky Horror Picture Show and its hit film adaptation.
