Tim Curry Breaks Silence on His Stroke and the Struggle to Find His Voice Again

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Tim Curry recently shared details about the stroke he experienced in 2012, explaining that he wasn’t aware anything was wrong until another person pointed it out.

The actor recently told Ben Mankiewicz on CBS Sunday Morning that he discovered something was wrong during a massage. His masseuse noticed a problem and insisted he get checked by a doctor.

“It was really odd,” Curry explained. “I was getting a massage when the therapist became concerned and suggested we call a doctor. I felt perfectly healthy – I didn’t have any symptoms and wasn’t experiencing any pain.”

Stephen Curry was hospitalized and diagnosed with a stroke. The news was especially difficult for him, as his father had also died from a stroke when Curry was a child. He later shared, “I was scared.”

Following his diagnosis, the actor had brain surgery and a difficult recovery. He shared that he had to relearn how to speak, which he found strange and frustrating. He also explained that the stroke caused paralysis on the left side of his face, leaving it noticeably uneven.

At 79 years old, Tim Curry is celebrated for his memorable roles in films like *The Rocky Horror Picture Show*, *Clue*, *Annie*, *It*, and *Home Alone 2*. He recently shared his thoughts on playing Dr. Frank-N-Furter, explaining how the character resonated with people who felt like outsiders.

Curry described Frank as a very influential person. He explained that Frank empowered many teenagers to embrace their individuality, and Curry expressed gratitude for that impact.

The actor talked about his new memoir, *Vagabond*, explaining that it’s more of a thoughtful look back at his life than a revealing exposé. He emphasized the importance of maintaining a sense of privacy, saying, “I’ve really tried to protect my identity and continue to do so.”

During the interview, Curry also discussed his challenging relationship with his mother, suggesting she may have lived with bipolar disorder. He explained that even after achieving success, she could sometimes be critical and unkind to him.

He remembered she hadn’t reacted strongly at first, mostly because she was frightened. She later told him she’d worried his ego would swell along with the situation. She would have liked him to be more discreet, to keep a low profile… but he intentionally didn’t. He didn’t care about staying under the radar at all.

Steph Curry also mentioned he avoids feeling sorry for himself, a trait he credits to his mother. He explained, with a laugh, that she always taught him to ask himself, ‘Why should anyone pity *you*?’ and he’s grateful for that perspective.

Even after facing many challenges, Curry maintains a positive attitude and a good sense of humor, even when thinking about difficult topics like death. He jokes, “I don’t want to die, but I’m not afraid of it.” He believes that ultimately, death might be a welcome and comforting experience, and that he wants to live a full life before it comes.

Tim Curry recently appeared on CBS Sunday Morning, charming viewers with his familiar wit, candor, and resilience following a difficult period in his life.

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2025-10-20 11:45