Tim Curry, who defined 'The Rocky Horror Picture Show,' has died

Curry will be most remembered for his role as Dr. Frank-N-Furter, the tyrannical gender-bending alien scientist in both stage and screen versions of The Rocky Horror Picture Show . He was 80.

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  1. Dr. Frank-N-Furter's Enduring Legacy: Tim Curry's portrayal of Dr. Frank-N-Furter in 'The Rocky Horror Picture Show' (1975) became his most iconic role, defining the film's cult status and influencing discussions on sexuality and identity.
  2. Pennywise the Clown's Terrifying Impact: Curry's performance as Pennywise in the 1990 miniseries 'It' established him as a horror icon, traumatizing a generation and setting a high standard for evil clowns in popular culture.
  3. Darkness in 'Legend': A Cult Villain: As the demonic Lord of Darkness in Ridley Scott's 'Legend' (1985), Tim Curry delivered a commanding performance, making the character one of cinema's most memorable villains.

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