Sir Ian McKellen got candid about the injuries he suffered after his shocking stage fall during a West End production two weeks ago.
After the shock incident, he was rushed to hospital to receive treatment and the remainder of his performances for the week were cancelled to allow him to rest. 'Any actor will say that missing a performance feels somewhat shameful, even when he is not to blame. None of us ever wants to let down our audience,' he added.
'Meanwhile, my part in Player Kings is filled by the redoubtable David Semark supported by Robert Icke's amazing production and cast. But looking like he is on the mend, Sir Ian couldn't wipe the smile off his face as he larked around with close friend and fellow actor Anthony in matching checkered jackets
Last Friday, audience member Johanna Dart described the dramatic moment Sir Ian McKellen 'flew head first' into her when he fell off stage, adding: 'Getting crushed by Gandalf the Grey, that's something you don't expect.' He said: 'The first person I heard it from was Sir Ian. We then had a discussion about the role... But I am holding a place open for Sir Ian. I walk in the shadow of greatness.'The Methodist minister from Downham Market, Norfolk recalled how Sir Ian seemed to trip as he moved downstage to take a more active part in the scene before falling off the stage directly in front of the audience.
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