Sir Ian McKellen, the legendary actor known for his iconic portrayal of Gandalf in the Lord of the Rings franchise, has declared that he has no intentions of retiring from acting anytime soon. The 85-year-old actor recently suffered a fall while performing in Player Kings in London’s West End, but he remains determined to continue pursuing his passion for acting.
In a recent interview with BBC Breakfast, Sir Ian expressed his commitment to acting, stating, “I shall just keep at it as long as the legs and the lungs and the mind keep working.” Despite his recent injury, Sir Ian remains resolute in his desire to keep performing on stage and screen.
One of the most notable aspects of Sir Ian’s recent statements is his adamant refusal to allow any other actor to take on the role of Gandalf in the upcoming Lord of the Rings film, The Hunt for Gollum, set to be released in 2026. Sir Ian famously portrayed the wise wizard in the original trilogy and The Hobbit films, and he is determined to reprise the role once again.
With a new batch of The Lord of the Rings films in the works, Sir Ian’s dedication to the character of Gandalf is unwavering. He has made it clear that he will do everything in his power to ensure that he is the one donning the iconic pointy hat and beard in the upcoming films.
Despite his recent setback, Sir Ian remains focused on his recovery and future projects. He has decided to take the rest of the year off to recuperate and prepare for his next acting endeavors. Fans of the beloved actor can rest assured that Sir Ian McKellen has no plans of slowing down anytime soon.
