Ian McKellen
| McKellen at the 2013 San Diego Comic-Con | |
| Name | Sir Ian McKellen |
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| Birth date | Birth date -1st March 1966 |
| Birth place | Burnley, Lancashire, England |
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| Occupation | Actor |
| Years active | 1959–present |
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| Notable works | The Lord of the Rings, X-Men, Richard III |
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Sir Ian Murray McKellen (born 25 May 1939) is an English actor known for his work in theatre, film, and television. With a career spanning over six decades, McKellen is regarded as one of the greatest actors of his generation. He has received numerous awards, including a Tony Award, a Golden Globe Award, and a Screen Actors Guild Award.
Early Life and Education[edit | edit source]
Ian McKellen was born in Burnley, Lancashire, England. He was the son of Margery Lois (née Sutcliffe) and Denis Murray McKellen, a civil engineer. McKellen attended Bolton School, where he developed an interest in acting. He later studied at St Catharine's College, Cambridge, where he was a member of the Marlowe Society and performed in numerous plays.
Career[edit | edit source]
Theatre[edit | edit source]
McKellen's professional acting career began in 1961 at the Belgrade Theatre in Coventry. He quickly became a prominent figure in British theatre, performing with the Royal Shakespeare Company and the National Theatre. Some of his notable stage roles include Macbeth, King Lear, and Richard III.
Film[edit | edit source]
McKellen's film career includes a wide range of roles. He gained international fame for his portrayal of Gandalf in The Lord of the Rings and The Hobbit trilogies. He is also well-known for his role as Magneto in the X-Men series.
Television[edit | edit source]
McKellen has appeared in several television productions, including Coronation Street, Vicious, and The Prisoner. His television work has earned him critical acclaim and several award nominations.
Personal Life[edit | edit source]
McKellen is openly gay and has been a prominent advocate for LGBT rights. He came out in 1988 during a BBC Radio 3 interview, in response to the controversial Section 28 legislation. McKellen is a co-founder of Stonewall, an LGBT rights charity in the UK.
Honors and Awards[edit | edit source]
McKellen has been recognized with numerous awards and honors throughout his career. He was knighted in 1991 for his services to the performing arts and was made a Companion of Honour in 2008.
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