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We are very lucky to be men because women have a terrible time getting older parts. It's much more difficult.
Ian Mckellen
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Ian Mckellen
Age: 85
Born: 1939
Born: May 25
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Sir Ian Murray McKellen
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It's only fair that stable gay relationships of long standing should have the same rights and responsibilities as married couples. I know the image of gay marriage is to some people horrific and ludicrous.
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I’ve often thought the Bible should have a disclaimer in the front saying this is fiction.
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