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
When I came out, I told my stepmother Gladys, and she just said she had known for years and was glad I wasn't lying anymore. Ian Mckellen anymoregladgladys Change image and share on social
It's easier to go from theatre to film than the other way round. In film you're absolutely loved and cossetted and cared for. In film your director makes your performance. In theatre you're carrying it all. Ian Mckellen absolutelycarecarry share on social
We're very lucky, men, that there are these fabulous parts. Women - once you've done all the parts in Shakespeare, they start running out. So you can pick and choose and find something to energise you. Ian Mckellen chooseenergisefabulous share on social
The first film role I deliberately chose to play after I came out was a raging heterosexual, John Profumo. Ian Mckellen choosedeliberatelyfilm Change image and share on social
There are some fantastic parts for older actors. Ian Mckellen actorfantasticold Change image and share on social
When you were on stage, you could be absolutely open about your emotions and indulge them and express yourself in a way that - in real life - I wasn't doing. Ian Mckellen absolutelyemotionexpress Change image and share on social
Bill Gallagher's new version of 'The Prisoner' is an enthralling commentary on modern culture. It is witty, intelligent and disturbing. I am very excited to be involved. Ian Mckellen billcommentaryculture Change image and share on social
