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Tim Curry's Cause of Death Revealed: Heart Disease
3 Sep
Summary
- Actor Tim Curry passed away at 80 from coronary artery disease.
- He had a history of stroke and kidney cancer contributing to death.
- Curry continued voice acting and memoir writing post-stroke.
Iconic British actor Tim Curry, celebrated for his role as Dr. Frank-N-Furter, has died at the age of 80. His spokesman confirmed to the BBC that the cause of death was coronary artery disease.
The death certificate, filed in Los Angeles County, also listed Curry's prior history of stroke and kidney cancer as significant contributing factors. Tributes have poured in from stars of stage and screen, remembering the versatile performer.
Curry, who first gained fame in 'The Rocky Horror Show' stage musical and its 1975 film adaptation, experienced a near-fatal stroke in 2012. This event led to him using a wheelchair but fortunately did not affect his ability to speak, a fact he expressed gratitude for.
Following his stroke, Curry shifted his career focus exclusively to voice acting. He also continued to attend film conventions and last year published his memoir, 'Vagabond,' detailing his medical struggles and recovery. He remarked on the profound sense of being alive after his health crisis.
