Pennywise from the movie “It” based on the novel by Stephen King, Cardinal Richelieu from “The Three Musketeers”, Dr. Frank-N-Furter, a diabolical transvestite from outer space from “The Rocky Horror Picture Show”, or Gomez Addams from the production of “The Addams Family: The Encounter” years later” are just a few of the many great roles played by Tim Curry over the years of his career. The life of the actor, who celebrated his 77th birthday a month ago, changed dramatically 11 years ago.
Tim Curry became famous for his role as a diabolical transvestite from outer space. His successful career was cut short by a stroke
In 2012, Curry suffered a serious stroke which took a heavy toll on his health and career. Curry has been using a wheelchair for 11 years, but he is still very active and does not lose his characteristic sense of humor. However, he also had some luck. The stroke he had suffered was so severe that he was in danger of losing his speech, but he did not.
Fans love Curry for his memorable comedic roles, but also for his performances in horror movies from years ago. That is why the actor often appears at meetings with fans, for example during conventions for horror lovers. The actor did not give up his professional career either. Although the lack of freedom of movement certainly still bothers the artist, he does not give up and is involved in dubbing. He provides voices mainly in productions aimed at the youngest viewers.
Tim Curry made his debut in the British version of the musical “Hair” in London in 1968. On the small screen, he appeared on BBC television playing a waiter on a train in the production of “Sinking Fish Takes a Side Road”. Besides acting, Curry is also a singer-songwriter. In 1976, he recorded the first single “Baby Love”, and two years later the actor’s fans could listen to his debut studio album “Read My Lips”. His facial expressions and disturbing smile meant that the actor was often cast in the roles of negative characters. According to screenrant.com, Tim Burton considered the actor for the role of the Joker in 1989’s Batman. This is not the first time that the creation of one of the most characteristic comic book characters passed Curry’s nose. The actor was hired for the role during the creation of the animation “Batman: The Animated Series”, but in the end it was decided to entrust the task to Mark Hamil.
Source: Gazeta
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