Date of birth: May 25, 1939 (Age: 87 as of September 2026)
Full name: Sir Ian Murray McKellen CH CBE
Born place: Burnley, Lancashire, England
Height: 5’ 11” (180 cm)
Weight: 151 lbs (69 kg)
Hair color: Gray/Brown
Eye color: Blue
Sir Ian Murray McKellen was born on May 25, 1939, in Burnley, Lancashire, England. He trained and performed extensively in British theatre before becoming an international film star.
McKellen is known for Shakespearean roles, Magneto in the X-Men films and Gandalf in The Lord of the Rings and The Hobbit. He has received major theatre, film and television honors.
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Updated details
Biographical and career details were reviewed and the article text was updated on September 9, 2026. Historical measurements and past routine descriptions are identified as such.
