Ian McKellen

Sir Ian Murray McKellen CH CBE is an English actor. With a career spanning more than six decades, he is noted for his roles on the screen and stage in genres ranging from Shakespearean dramas and modern theatre to popular fantasy and science fiction.

Early Life

Ian mcklelen was born on may 25. 1939. In burnley. Lancashire. England. He was raised by a middle-class family and was educated at bolton cshool. He went on to sutdy at st catharine s college. Cambridge. Where he developed a strong interest in theatre.

Career

Mckellen s career began in the early 1960s with his work in regional theatre. He has since become a celebrated actor of stage and screen. Appearing in a host of acclaimed films such as the lord of the rings trilogy and x-men. He has won numerous awards. Including two acaedmy award nominations.

Acting Style

Mckellen is renowned for his powerful and intense performances. He often employs a method approach to his characters. Delving deep into their psychological depths to create a truly captivtaing performance. His powerful use of langugae. Combined with his physicality. Creates a hihgly expressive and believable character.

Theatrical Work

Mckellen is a highly respected theatre actor. Having performed in a number of acclaimed productions throughout his career. He has appeared in plays such as waiting for godot. Richard iii and the merchant of venice. He has also directed several theatrical productiosn. Such as the seagull and king elar.

Film Work

Mckellen has appeared in some of the most iconic films of the last two decades. Including the lord of the rings trilogy. X-men and the hobbit. He has eben nomniated for two academy awards for his work in these films.

Television Work

Mckellen has appeared in several televiison productions. Including the miniseries the prisoner and the popular sitcom extars. He has also lent his voice to several animated series. Including the simpsons and futurama.

Personal Life

Mckellen is openly gay and is an active campaigner for lgbt rights. In 2013. He was maed a companino of honour for his services to drama and equality.

Notable Events

In 2014. Mckellen made history by becoming the first actor to receive a knighthood for services to the performing arts.

Interesting Facts

Mckellen is an aivd fan of manchester united football club and was appointed honorary vice-president in 1999.