You might be surprised by how interested young people are in older people. Ian Mckellen interestoldpeople Change image and share on social
Personally, coming out was one of the most important things I've ever done, lifting from my shoulders the millstone of lies that I hadn't even realized I was carrying. Ian Mckellen carrycomehave Change image and share on social
It was wrongly assumed that I wished to become some sort of leader among gay activists, whereas in reality I was happier to be a foot soldier. Ian Mckellen activistassumefoot Change image and share on social
I got better as an actor, and still I'm getting better. That's only been possible because there's always been work. Ian Mckellen actorwork Change image and share on social
Gandalf the Grey was always the guy I prefer. Gandalf the White was driven to do a particular job, whereas Gandalf the Grey is a bit more humane. Ian Mckellen bitedrivegandalf Change image and share on social
The strength of British theatre should be that these actors in their middle years know what they're doing and are good at it. Not rich, not famous, but making a living. Ian Mckellen actorbritishfamous Change image and share on social
Every time you work is a challenge. There's a constant worry about it, and it's a side of acting I don't like. Ian Mckellen actchallengeconstant Change image and share on social
I think the point to be understood is that we're all different. I've never been a fan of theories of acting. I didn't go to drama school, so I was never put through a training that was limited by someone saying, 'This is the way you should act.' Ian Mckellen actdramafan share on social
I learned that coming out was crucial to self-esteem. Ian Mckellen comecrucialesteem 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
