85-year-old Ian McKellen withdraws from "Player Kings" tour due to stage fall.

Legendary actor Ian McKellen, 85, has withdrawn from the national tour of his theatre production "Player Kings" following a fall on stage during a West End run. McKellen, who played John Falstaff in the production, fell during a performance at the Noël Coward Theatre in London last month. His understudy, David Semark, will take his place on the tour, which runs from 3-27 July. McKellen's statement expressed his reluctance to withdraw but stated he must prioritize his recovery.

July 01, 2024
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