Ian McKellen is a renowned English actor who has been a major figure in British theatre and film, known for his commanding stage presence and iconic roles in Shakespearean productions and popular franchises like X-Men and The Lord of the Rings.
He has brought nuanced and complex characters to life on stage and screen, from Shakespeare's Richard III to Tolkien's Gandalf, demonstrating a mastery of classical and contemporary roles.
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