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“Just as an artist might consider what to do with a blank canvas, or a gardener with an empty space in the backyard, a wanderer sees the world as a field of potential and possibility, where beauty is not only to be found, but to be created, and adventure awaits anyone and everyone who is willing to seek it” – Tim Carr. a tramp
The day has arrived that I think most of us have been dreading our entire lives. On August 25, 2026, our beloved Tim Carr passed away.
Tim Curry has been a part of my life for as long as I can remember. Muppet Treasure Island, Wild Thornberrys, Mighty Ducks, The Pebble and Penguin, Beauty and the Beast: The Enchanted Christmas, FernGully: The Last Rainforest, Scooby-doo and the witch’s ghostAnd many, many others were always on repeat in my childhood home. Later, characters such as Dr. Frank-N-Furter, Pennywise, Wadsworth, Dark and Aunt Whispers joined my beloved Tim Carr characters. As an avid audiobook reader, I was thrilled to discover that Currie has done most of one of my favorite book series: Lemony Snicket’s A series of unfortunate events. Carr’s roles, notably queer icon Dr. Frank-N-Furter Rocky Horror Picture Show (1975), inspired audiences to be their authentic selves, whether or not the world was ready to accept it.
Years after temporarily losing the ability to speak after a stroke, Curry recorded an audiobook of her memoir. under the name tramp, Carr’s memoirs were first published in October 2025. In Carr’s words, she shared her childhood, her journey to stardom and the long list of roles she has brought to life (on and off screen) over several decades. When I listened to the audiobook a tramp Earlier this year, I couldn’t stop thinking how amazing it was that she was battling a devastating health crisis until she achieved something like this. I remember cringing a few times while listening to the book (which I happily listened to overnight because my library app was about to expire). He infused every word with his gentle humanity, with all his signature humor.
In his memoir, Curry said that above all, he enjoyed seeing fans impersonate his characters when he attended conventions and other events in the years following his stroke. The celebration of these characters was something that people he had never met could share with him. He felt that the love that he created for generations of audiences was returned to him in every fan he met. He deserved nothing less. I always thought if I ever met him, I would just say thank you. Thanks to her for being so laid back that she encouraged me to be myself. For doing what he loved, whatever it was, to use his talents to positively touch the lives of others.
Tim Carr’s work was more than entertaining. From the first project to the end, he joined his artistry and passion with tireless work. She stood for individuality, childlike imagination, kindness, bravery, perseverance, and never letting the cruelty of life take away your light. Through movies, television, cartoons, audio books, etc., Tim Carr has popped up time and time again to work the magic that only he could work.
Although we are heartbroken beyond measure, it is comforting to know that he is now at peace. No pain, no limitations, and leaves an immortal legacy of beauty and laughter.
Thanks for everything, Tim Curry. For my childhood, laughter, memories, inspiration and much more. All our lives are brighter because you were in them.
Take care, reader.
Jordan
