Long before she made a splash on HGTV‘s “Love It or List It,” Hilary Farr had a small role in “The Rocky Horror Picture Show.” In a touching tribute to the late Tim Curry, who died on August 25, Farr revealed the unexpected circumstances that led to her landing the part.
Hilary Farr Was Tim Curry’s Neighbor: How She Landed ‘Rocky Horror’ Role
Farr had a small role in the 1975 cult classic “The Rocky Horror Picture Show,” playing bride Betty Munroe in the film’s opening scene. The story of how she landed the part is particularly interesting, as she happened to be Curry’s neighbor.
On August 27, Farr took to Instagram to pay tribute to Curry, sharing the story of their time as neighbors in London — and how their connection ultimately led to her role in “Rocky Horror.”
“I got the role in Rocky Horror in Tim Curry’s apartment … read on…,” she wrote in the caption.
“Tim Curry lived on the second floor of this house in London — my family lived on the main floor (swipe). Tim had a piano in his apartment which was always full of theatre friends — including me. I loved to sing,” Farr continued.
The HGTV alum shared, “We all knew he was uniquely creative and brilliant. Richard O’Brien, who wrote The Rocky Horror Picture Show was at the apartment often. One evening he decided he would create a ‘moment’ for me in the movie — Betty Munroe. Just like that!”
“It was as fun as it looks. RIP Tim — thank you for sharing your talents with us all,” Farr added.
Fans Share Love for Hilary Farr’s Tim Curry Story
Fans flooded the comments section to praise Farr’s tribute and note how much they loved learning more about her connection to Curry.
“What a great memory, and what stories and music and fun must have been shared in that apartment!” one fan wrote.
Another fan commented, “I always wondered how that pairing occurred. Thanks for sharing. I love love love Rocky Horror since the 80s and I’m a huge fan of Love it or List it. Hilary is my favorite ❤️.”
One fan wrote, “Had no clue 🕵️ you were in the Rocky Horror movie and loved Tim Curry in the movie ‘Clue.’ A legend and great actor. May he rest in peace. 🕊️🦋’
“Such a sweet story! I’m also in complete shock because I had no idea that was you and I’ve seen this movie 100x,” one surprised fan noted.
Others shared, “RIP Tim Curry💕,” “What a great story. Love those kinds of connections,” and “So sorry for your loss. Thanks for sharing this memory.”
“Betty Munroe! The best opening scene,” another fan shared. “One of my most favorite movies and most watched of all time. Thanks for sharing. RIP Tim. He was spectacular. ❤️”
Another fan noted, “Thank you for sharing your memories with us ❤️. I was so sad to hear about his passing. How fortunate to be part of his time spent on earth.”
