Ian McKellen quotes - page 2

Ian McKellen is an acclaimed English actor, recognized for his work in theater, film, and television. His career spans decades and includes iconic roles such as Gandalf in "The Lord of the Rings" and Magneto in the "X-Men" series. He has received numerous prestigious awards for his performances and continues to inspire audiences worldwide. Here are 37 of his quotes:

Every anti-gay remark from the Church gives the thug a license to be cruel.

Ian McKellen

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

Heterosexuality is far too interesting a phenomenon to be ignored.

Ian McKellen

I used to think 'King Lear' was an analysis of insanity, but I don't really think it is. When Lear is supposed to be at his most insane, he is actually understanding the world for the first time.

Ian McKellen

So it's joyful to me, in my 71st year, to be able to be in a play that is absolutely right for my age and my experience, and that is a popular success. What more could you ask as an actor?

Ian McKellen

I'm not quite as cool as I would like to be, really.

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.

Ian McKellen

I love the Broadway audiences, who relish live drama and don't hesitate to display their enthusiasm.

Ian McKellen

I'm brilliant at cooking my stepmother's scrambled egg recipe. The secret is to put eggs, butter, milk, and seasoning together in the saucepan, and to keep stirring with a wooden spoon under a low heat until the preferred consistency is reached.

Ian McKellen

I have never wanted to be typecast, one of those actors who plays a variation on a one-note theme. So just as I enjoy playing a wide variety of characters, from good to bad to ugly to cute - so I have enjoyed of late working in film and television, as well as in theatres of various sizes and shapes.

Ian McKellen