Ars Technica remembers Tim Curry's iconic performances

Ars Technica has marked the passing of actor Tim Curry by releasing a list of his ten most iconic performances. Curry died peacefully at his home in Los Angeles at the age of 80. No cause of death was officially stated, though Curry had been in ill health since suffering a stroke and undergoing brain surgery in 2012.

His longtime friend and manager, Marcia Hurwitz, confirmed Curry's death to Deadline. Throughout his career, spanning over five decades, Curry moved fluidly between genres including comedy, horror, drama, and music. He is widely recognized for his roles as Dr. Frank-N-Furter in The Rocky Horror Picture Show, Pennywise the Dancing Clown in Stephen King's IT, and his memorable comedic monologue in the film Clue.

Curry left a significant mark on popular culture with his distinct and often flamboyant characters. Despite his health challenges after 2012, he continued to engage in artistic pursuits, including writing.

The Ars Technica list highlights ten specific portrayals across film, television, and stage that they consider to be the most definitive of his diverse career.