Happy birthday! Ian McKellen turns 86 today

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The iconic and legendary actor turns 86 on Sunday, May. 25, 2025.
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Ian McKellen is celebrating his 86th birthday today. As a number of online tributes attest, he is one of the most acclaimed actors of his generation.

Popular actor Ian McKellen (Beauty and the Beast, The Hobbit, The Lord of the Rings, X-Men, ...) has always liked to keep a bit of himself hidden from view. At 86th birthday, he remains a man of many facets.

McKellen, a cultural icon

Born in Burnley on May 25, 1939, Ian McKellen's career spans an arc over many different eras and tastes in British history. McKellen's not just a great actor, he's an inspiration, an icon and a successful business man. At this point in his career, there seems to be little Ian hasn't done.

And we've got a feeling the next 12 months are going to be even bigger and better for Ian McKellen as he promises more to come. After all, he's only 86.

Happy Birthday, Ian, you're the best!

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