Ian McKellen

English actor (born 1939)

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Sir Ian Murray McKellen is an English actor. With a career spanning more than sixty years, he is noted for his roles on the screen and stage in genres ranging from Shakespearean dramas and modern theatre to popular fantasy and science fiction. He is regarded as a British cultural icon and was knighted by Queen Elizabeth II in 1991. He has received numerous accolades, including a Tony Award, six Olivier Awards, and a Golden Globe Award as well as nominations for two Academy Awards, five BAFTA Awards and five Emmy Awards.

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Ian McKellen Dishes Unfiltered Opinions on 'Rude' Queen Elizabeth, 'Damaged' King Charles Ian McKellen may have "Sir" in his title, but he's not a fan of the British Royal Family ... sharing some unfiltered opinions about the late Queen Elizabeth II and her son, King Charles III. The.. TMZ.com - Published on September 9, 2024
Sir Ian McKellen felt 'ashamed' and 'emotional' after stage fall Sir Ian McKellen has said he felt "ashamed" and "emotional" after falling from a stage in the West End earlier this year - and that it has made him "aware there isn't much time left". Sky News - Published on September 2, 2024
Fat suit 'saved' Sir Ian McKellan's ribs after stage fall, actor reveals A fat suit "saved" Sir Ian McKellan's ribs after a fall from a stage in the West End earlier this summer, the veteran actor has revealed. Sky News - Published on August 21, 2024

Ian McKellen Says Fat Suit Saved His Ribs In Nasty Fall During London Play Ian McKellen says the painful fall that sent him from a London theater to a hospital bed could have been way worse ... if not for his fat suit!!! The legendary actor is recounting his nasty spill for.. TMZ.com - Published on August 21, 2024
Sir Ian McKellen pulls out of play tour after fall from West End stage Sir Ian McKellen has pulled out of a national tour after falling from a stage in the West End while performing in a play. Sky News - Published on July 1, 2024
Sir Ian McKellen 'recovering well' as West End shows are cancelled after fall on stage Sir Ian McKellen has been forced to cancel two nights of his West End play after suffering a fall during Monday's performance, but fans have been assured he's "recovering well". Sky News - Published on June 18, 2024

Ian McKellen Hospitalized After Falling Off Stage During London Performance Ian McKellen stepped into the spotlight in London and ended up in a hospital ... this after taking a nasty fall during a theater performance this week. The actor -- who turned 85 last month -- was.. TMZ.com - Published on June 17, 2024
Sir Ian McKellen falls off stage at London theatre Sir Ian McKellen has been taken to hospital after falling off stage at a central London theatre. Sky News - Published on June 17, 2024
'I like to be surprised': Sir Ian McKellen says he is not a fan of mollycoddling theatre audiences Sir Ian McKellen has said he is not a fan of how modern theatre audiences are mollycoddled with warning signs pandering to sensitivities. Sky News - Published on September 26, 2023
It's behind you! Sir Ian McKellen and Su Pollard among winners at the Pantomime Awards Knight of the stage Sir Ian McKellen, Hi-de-Hi! star Su Pollard and TV presenter Vernon Kay were among the winners at the 2023 Pantomime Awards. Sky News - Published on April 12, 2023