Tim Curry’s former Wild Thornberrys co-stars have paid tribute following his death aged 80, remembering his kindness, humour and encouragement during the making of the Nickelodeon animated series. Their reflections underline Curry’s lasting cultural impact, both through his role as Nigel Thornberry and his wider screen and stage career.

Lacey Chabert said she treasured working with Curry and described him as kind and supportive, while Danielle Harris recalled laughing so much during recording sessions that her face hurt. Flea praised Curry as smart, generous and “funny as hell”; Curry died peacefully at his Los Angeles home, having experienced a major stroke in 2012.