Tim’s first acting job after university was in the original London production of Hair in 1968. He even claims one of his professors tried to stop him from taking his final exams because he had never met him before. He often refers to the fact he didn’t attend classes much and merely acted in extra-curricular productions. It was during his time at Prior’s Court he first started to act in school plays and this tradition continued during his time at Kingswood where he met Jonathan Lynn, who would go on to write Yes Minister and who would direct Tim in Clue years later.įollowing Kingswood and a gap year spent in Europe with another classmate, future art critic Richard Cork, Tim attended Birmingham University to study Drama & English between 19. ![]() After his father’s death Tim gained a scholarship to Kingswood School, Bath, having previously attended its preparatory school at Prior’s Court from 1956. Following another stroke and a bout of pneumonia, Jim Curry died in 1958, during Tim’s 12th year. Tim’s father had an intellectual bent and wrote a thesis on ‘English Sea Chaplains in the Royal Navy, (1577-1684)’ gaining an MA from Bristol University in 1956. Tim was not born into a show business family by any stretch his father’s ancestors were County Durham builders and his mother’s family were seafarers. The young Tim lived a peripatetic life until his father suffered a stroke and the family settled in Plymouth with his maternal grandfather close by, whose West Country accent Tim borrowed for his portrayal of Long John Silver in Muppet Treasure Island. Tim himself was conceived in South Africa, born in Cheshire, and by the time he was six months old the family had moved to Hong Kong. Tim’s parents met in Malta during World War II and were married in Egypt, where their first child, Judith, was born. His early life prepared him for the life of a travelling actor. They had two children after Jaimi, Morgan and Jett.Timothy James Curry was born on the 19th of April 1946 to Jim Curry, a Methodist Naval Chaplain and his wife Maura ‘Pat’ Curry. You don’t know me, but like so many Australians I feel I have grown up with you - I hope knowing that the arms of Australia are holding you and your family tight gives you some comfort."Ĭurry and Kenny were married in 1986 and separated in 2009. Michelle Perkins commented on Curry's Instagram post: "I am so sorry to hear of your loss. There were also many tributes and comments from members of the public. She was so genuine, and I will never forget that smile. Jaimi always left a wonderful impression on me and I loved having her on my team. Jaimi and Morgan both have worked for me at Italia boutique when I had the store up on the Sunshine Coast. ![]() "My deepest condolences to you Lisa and all the family. Meanwhile, Melbourne-based fitness trainer Linda Nogara shared her memories of working with two of Curry and Kenny's children - Jaimi and Morgan. I am here for you," she said.įellow The Living Room host Amanda Keller said: "I can’t imagine. Jamie was a beautiful soul inside and out and so very loved. "My dear friend! My heart is hurting for you right now! Sending love and light. I love you so much."Īctor and singer Natalie Bassingthwaighte replied to Curry's Instagram tribute. You will forever be with me in my heart Jaimi. I just can't believe you're not here anymore. I will miss watching, feeling and knowing your love for your sister and brother, your little nephew, Cleo, your Ma and dad. I will miss our long hugs and long chats. I will miss you when the clouds are dark and stormy and when the rainbow appears. I will miss you every sunrise, I will miss you when the sun is shining and the birds are singing. Our hearts are broken and the pain is unbearable but we cherish every wonderful moment we got to share with our treasured and so loved first child. ![]() Her love of flowers, cooking, art, decorating, photography, babies, the beach, and helping others will always be remembered. "Jaimi will forever be remembered as a caring, bright and loving soul who always put others before herself.
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