Iconic actor seen on rare outing with carer 13 years after suffering a stroke
Iconic actor Tim Curry has been spotted on a rare outing in Los Angeles. It comes 13 years after the 79-year-old star suffered a major stroke.
Tim was seen wearing a red sweater and black trousers with a bright pair of red trainers. He also wore a pair of black sunglasses. The actor was being pushed in his wheelchair by a helper on the outing.
In 2012, the Hollywood star was left partially paralysed down one side after suffering a stroke at his Los Angeles home. The medical incident also affected his speech.
Since the devastating scare, Tim has stepped away from his acting career and remained largely out of the public eye. Prior to his stroke, Tim had enjoyed a successful acting career.
His fame grew tremendously when he took on the role of Dr Frank-N-Furter in The Rocky Horror Picture Show. He also played the part of Wadsworth the butler in the cult classic Clue before playing Pennywise the Dancing Clown in adaptation of Stephen King's It in 1990.
His last role came last year, which marked his first feature film role in 14 yeas. He played a part in the horror movie called Stream. He has also had a number of voice acting roles as he kept involved in the industry.
Despite not being in the public eye much recently, the actor has engaged in some interviews and virtual events.
Speaking in 2015 as he was honoured with The Actors Fund Lifetime Achievement Award at the Tony Awards, he joked about the fund assisting funeral cost. He said: 'I've done a few benefits for the Actors Fund and I think it's a marvellous organisation. I hope not to have to use it.'
Speaking prior to the event at the time about receiving the award for his stage work, he said: 'It means that it just sort of solidifies the kind of work the American acting community has given me for years now.
'It's very gracious of them, I think. I was thrilled when they told me and I am thrilled now.'
Tim has an autobiography set to hit the shelves later this year. Advertising the book, which is titled Vagabond, on Instagram, has fans couldn't contain their excitement over the project.
One user gushed: "So looking forward to reading this," while another said: "Can't wait to purchase it. Last time I got to see you and say hi was many years ago in the late 90's at the Hollywood farmers market when I gifted you a few jewelry pieces.
"You always came by to say hi. Thank you for always being so kind wishing you the best and congratulations. Can't wait to read it. Best wishes."
A third wrote: "So exciting," alongside a number of emojis include a flame image and a red love heart.
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