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The performance is created by the director. The actor is the material. And I think that has to be true.
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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If I was on a march at the moment I would be saying to everyone: Be honest with each other. Admit there are limitless possibilities in relationships, and love as many people as you can in whatever way you want, and get rid of your inhibitions, and we'll all be happy.
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