Following his performance as Dr. Frank-N-Furter in the Rocky Horror Picture Show, Tim Curry established himself as a cult actor. The English actor and singer began his career on the theatrical stage, where he has been performing for more than four decades. He has since made his way to Hollywood.
Tim’s life was turned upside down after he had a massive stroke in 2012. Fortunately, he recovered, but the 76-year-old was forced to undergo years of physical and speech treatment.
So, what is Tim Curry up to these days? And how is he doing now that he has recovered from his stroke? Everything you need to know is right here!
Tim Curry was born on April 19, 1946, in the English town of Grappenhall. Father James was a Methodist Royal Navy chaplain, and mother Patricia worked as a school secretary in the local community.
Tim’s family relocated to Hong Kong when he was a baby. His father had a stroke while he was there. As a result, his family relocated to Plymouth, England. His maternal grandpa, who lived nearby, was someone he spent a lot of time with.
Tim demonstrated potential singing skills. Tim began singing in his local church at the age of six, and four years later, he was a Shakespearean actor.
Curry and his family relocated to London when his father died.
He was a student at Bath’s Kingswood School and seemed destined for a career in show business from an early age. Tim moved on to Birmingham University to study acting after graduation. He earned a double degree in drama and theatre studies in 1968.
Tim’s first professional job was as a member of the original London cast of the rock musical Hair, however he almost didn’t get the part in the popular, yet controversial, musical.
Curry was questioned whether he had any professional experience during his audition, as well as if he had an Equity card (indicating that he was a member of the Actors’ Equity Association), during his interview. Tim, according to his website, lied about both of these things.
There was nothing that could stop Curry from appearing in television shows, films, and theatrical productions at this time. He also continued to perform well into his 60s. Tragically, in 2012, the much-loved actor had a stroke, bringing his career to an end. Thank goodness he survived, but the experience had a significant influence on his life.
Curry’s stroke was apparently kept a secret for a year by his family and friends, but the Daily Mail was the first to learn of his deteriorating health. As a result of the stroke, the actor and singer had to go through years of physical and speech rehabilitation. Tim, on the other hand, was convinced that he would make it through despite the fact that his life had been forever transformed.
As Curry recovered from his stroke, he found that comedy was “vital” to his recovery.
A stroke hasn’t stopped him from going to work and doing what he enjoys most despite the fact that it has affected him. Tim is presently residing in Los Angeles, California. It is said in his biography that he has never been married and that he has never been the father of a kid.
Reading and drawing are two of his favorite pastimes in his leisure time. On top of that, according to all reports, Curry is also an excellent gardener. With the help of an interior designer, he has constructed a magnificent garden on his property and developed villas and residences in the Los Angeles region.
Although Tim Curry has had a stroke, we are relieved to learn that he is doing well.
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