Ian McKellen is speaking out to share an update on his condition following his fall.
The 85-year-old actor fell off the stage during a performance of the play Player Kings on London’s West End.
Ian was hospitalized after the fall and the remainder of the Monday night (June 17) performance was canceled.
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“I want to thank everyone for their kind messages and support,” Ian wrote on Twitter.
He continued, “Since the accident, during a performance of Player Kings last night, my injuries have been diagnosed and treated by a series of experts, specialists and nurses working for the National Health Service. To them, of course, I am hugely indebted. They have assured me that my recovery will be complete and speedy and I am looking forward to returning to work.”
We’re glad to hear that Ian will recover!
I want to thank everyone for their kind messages and support. Since the accident, during a performance of Player Kings last night, my injuries have been diagnosed and treated by a series of experts, specialists and nurses working for the National Health Service. To them, of…
— Ian McKellen (@IanMcKellen) June 18, 2024
