"When we'd suggested doing it, the Theatre Royal management had said, 'Nobody wants to see Waiting for Godot.' As it happened, every single ticket was booked for every single performance, and this confirmation that our judgment was right was sweet. Audiences came to us from all over the world. It was amazing."
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Sir Ian McKellen, born on May 25, 1939, in Burnley, England, is a distinguished actor renowned for his powerful performances across stage and screen. With a career spanning over six decades, he gained international acclaim for his roles in iconic films such as "The Lord of the Rings" and "X-Men," while also earning accolades for his Shakespearean work. McKellen, a vocal advocate for LGBTQ+ rights, has not only captivated audiences with his talent but has also left an indelible mark on both the arts and social movements.
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"Acting is a very personal process. It has to do with expressing your own personality, and discovering the character you're playing through your own experience - so we're all different."
Ian Mckellen"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."
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"The battle going on over gay marriage in America reveals an awful lot. The Bible belt - people hate gay people. Because the Bible tells them? No, the Bible tells them an awful lot of things that they ignore."
Ian Mckellen"You won't hear me talk about my politics, you won't hear me talk about my vegetarianism, you won't hear me comment on the Iraq war. You'll only hear me talk about being gay and being an actor. I am just public on those two issues."
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