The one thing you can ask, I think, is that actors get paid a living wage. I would like it if all the repertory theatres that currently exist could do that. It would make a huge difference. Ian Mckellen actordifferenceexist Change image and share on social
When I've been asked what should be on my gravestone, I've said: 'Here lies Gandalf. He came out.' Two big achievements. Ian Mckellen achievementaskbig Change image and share on social
It's only fair that stable gay relationships of long standing should have the same rights and responsibilities as married couples. I know the image of gay marriage is to some people horrific and ludicrous. Ian Mckellen couplefairgay share on social
If I was a star, it would be difficult to go off and do 'Coronation Street.' So I guess I'm not a star. Ian Mckellen coronationdifficultguess Change image and share on social
Magneto wants to cope with the difficulties thrust upon him by society and by his own nature. Ian Mckellen copedifficultymagneto Change image and share on social
I'm an eccentric English actor, and there's a lot of us around. Ian Mckellen actoreccentricenglish Change image and share on social
You always think that 70 is the end of the road: 'Somebody died when they were 73; good life'. You're closer to death, and you better make sure you don't waste too much of your time doing things you don't want to do. No point in saying things you don't believe in. Ian Mckellen closedeathdie share on social
I headed out to have a breather at the stage door, dressed in my tramp costume. I had my bowler hat between my feet and there were passers-by, and one of them turned back and said, 'Do you need help, brother?' And $1 fell into my hat! Ian Mckellen backbowlerbreather share on social
What I particularly like about Broadway is the camaraderie and the friendship of other people in other shows. Everybody knows you're opening and cares about you. There's a real village atmosphere. Ian Mckellen atmospherebroadwaycamaraderie Change image and share on social
