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Entertainment · Film · published 2026-08-26 · via The Hollywood Reporter

Remembering Tim Curry: The Audition That Created an Iconic Character

Tim Curry, who died at 80, is remembered by 'Rocky Horror' creator Richard O'Brien and 'Clue' director Jonathan Lynn for his transformative performances. O'Brien recalled that Curry auditioned for the role of Frank-N-Furter while O'Brien was away, and upon his return, Curry was already cast. Curry's portrayal in 'The Rocky Horror Picture Show' and as Wadsworth in 'Clue' turned those films into cult classics.

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