Ian McKellen is famous for his sharp discernment, even if it means turning down some of the most high-profile gigs. In a BBC HARDtalk interview, he took a trip down memory lane, revealing why he ...

In Sir Ian McKellen and I’s defense, on the surface it’s easy to mistake Gandalf and Dumbledore. They’re both wizards in ...

Albus Dumbledore. While the role eventually passed to Michael Gambon, at the time one other legendary British thespian was in the running: Sir Ian McKellen. Now the 77-year-old has explained why he ...

Ian McKellen modeled his Gandalf performance on J.R.R. Tolkien's 'smoky voice' Ian McKellen returns to a dark era of gay history with The Critic: 'I didn't have to do any research' Ian McKellen ...

Will Dumbledore’s Hidden Secrets in Fantastic Beasts Reveal a Dark Twist in the Harry Potter Universe? (Photo Credit – Netflix) It’s time we go back to the Wizarding World, folks.

Sir Ian McKellen and cast at the curtain call during the press night performance on 11 April, 2024 Sir Ian McKellen is in "good spirits" after falling off stage during a performance of Player ...

Sir Ian said he hoped to "take the rest of the year off" from acting Sir Ian McKellen has said he has no plans to retire from acting, and he does not want any other actor to play Gandalf in the ...

Ian McKellen passed up the chance to play Dumbledore in the "Harry Potter" franchise. Role was taken over by: Michael Gambon The actor turned down the role of Hogwarts headmaster Albus Dumbledore ...

Ian McKellen Open to Returning as Gandalf in New Lord of the Rings Movies but Says 'They Better Be Quick!' Ian McKellen Says Wearing a Fat Suit 'Saved My Ribs' After 'Horrible' Stage Fall ...