Fans honor Tim Curry at Broadway's Rocky Horror Show
Fans paid tribute to Tim Curry outside the Broadway revival of The Rocky Horror Show, celebrating his iconic career and queer representation.
NEW YORK — Fans of Tim Curry gathered outside the Studio 54 theater in New York on Wednesday evening to pay their respects to the legendary actor, who died at the age of 80. The occasion was a performance of "The Rocky Horror Show," the stage revival of the cult classic that made Curry a star.
A tribute was set up in the theater's lobby for attendees, featuring a large portrait of Curry in his iconic role as Dr. Frank-N-Furter, surrounded by flowers and candles. Many fans arrived in full "Rocky Horror" attire, sporting leather bustiers and red lipstick to honor the star's enduring influence.
For many, Curry's impact went beyond his performances. "For me, the reason I love Tim, as a gay man, he was kind of my first time seeing someone who represented the queer community on screen," said fan JD Reinbott.
Others echoed that sentiment, praising Curry's boldness during a less accepting era. "He was the first man to put on the pearls and the corsets, especially in a big homophobic time. I thought it was very inspiring," noted fan Miranda Nupnau.
Fans also reflected on Curry's versatility as an actor. "He's done so much, he's touched so many lives, and he's created such an enigma of a person and as a character no matter who he plays," said John Salamak. "He gets remembered as the person who can be anything."
The gathering was a celebration of a career that spanned decades, from his breakout film role to his memorable turns as villains in numerous movies. "I'm so happy that so many people here are dressed up and here to honor his life and celebrate his work," said fan Bethany Brazal.
Curry, who was known for being private about his personal life, had previously written in his memoir that he was inspired to share his story after countless moving encounters with fans over the years.