British actor Tim Curry, best known for his iconic roles in «The Rocky Horror Picture Show», «It» and «Home Alone 2: Lost in New York», has died at the age of 80. The actor died late on August 25 at his home in Los Angeles following health complications.

Curry’s life changed dramatically in 2012 after he suffered a stroke. He lost the ability to speak normally, became wheelchair-bound and largely withdrew from public life, TMZ reports.

Over a career spanning nearly six decades, Curry portrayed dozens of diverse characters. One of the defining roles of his career was Dr. Frank-N-Furter in «The Rocky Horror Picture Show». The part brought him international fame and made him a cultural icon.

For another generation of viewers, Curry was remembered in a very different role. In «Home Alone 2: Lost in New York», he played an eccentric hotel concierge.

 

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Another of Curry’s most memorable performances was Pennywise in the 1990 television adaptation of Stephen King’s «It». His terrifying portrayal of the clown went on to become one of the most recognizable characters in horror.

Curry’s career extended far beyond film and television. He was also a prolific stage performer and voice actor. He received three Tony Award nominations for his work on Broadway.

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New Zealand actor Sam Neill has died at the age of 78. Millions of viewers around the world knew him for his iconic portrayal of Dr. Alan Grant in the legendary «Jurassic Park» franchise.

According to the Daily Mail, citing the actor’s family, Sam Neill passed away on July 13 in Sydney, surrounded by his loved ones. His relatives have not disclosed the cause of death. They described the loss as unexpected and asked for privacy as they mourn during this difficult time.

It is known that the actor had been battling a serious illness in recent years. In 2022, he was diagnosed with a rare and aggressive form of lymphoma. After chemotherapy failed to produce the desired results, Neill agreed to undergo an experimental treatment. The therapy proved successful, and earlier this spring he announced that his cancer had gone into remission.

At the time, Sam Neill spoke optimistically about the future and even planned to return to work on new projects. However, according to Western media reports, he suddenly fell ill on July 13 and was taken to a hospital in Sydney. His family later confirmed his passing.

Sam Neill began his acting career in the 1970s and went on to become one of New Zealand’s most celebrated performers. Over the decades, he built an impressive body of work that includes numerous acclaimed films and television series that have become classics. Among his best-known projects are «Jurassic Park», «The Piano», «The Omen III», and the popular series «Peaky Blinders» and «The Tudors».

 

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