8 h. ago Ian McKellen forced to cancel film premiere appearance after doctors' warning

The Lord of the Rings star was set to attend the premiere of Steven Soderbergh’s new film The Christophers

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12 h. ago Sir Ian McKellen, 86, forced to pull out of Toronto premiere on doctor's orders as he's warned he shouldn't fly

The celebrated actor confirmed his 'medical advisers' had told him he shouldn't fly, adding 'Better safe than sorry', as he explained why he had skipped the premiere.

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22 h. ago Dame Judi Dench and Sir Ian McKellen to reflect on careers at National Theatre

The event will be hosted by Downton Abbey actor Jim Carter.

Politics

28 h. ago Ageing stars including Dame Helen Mirren lead calls for new assisted dying bill

Ageing acting veterans including Dame Helen Mirren and Sir Ian McKellen are leading calls for the government to pass the assisted dying bill

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45 h. ago Dame Helen Mirren and Sir Ian McKellen lead stars' pleas to Lords on assisted dying ahead of decisive 'end of life' vote

Dame Helen Mirren and Sir Ian McKellen are urging peers to 'show the world Britain can lead with empathy and courage' on assisted dying.

Politics

4 d. ago Sir Ian Rankin among writers shortlisted for 2025 McIlvanney prize

The prize recognises excellence in Scottish crime writing and is named after William McIlvanney, often described as the godfather of Tartan Noir.

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3 w. ago Aussie cricket legend lifts the lid on how Sir Ian Botham was SAVED after he fell into crocodile

Australian cricket legend Merv Hughes has opened up on how Sir Ian Botham was saved after falling into crocodile-infested waters during a fishing trip to the Northern Territory.

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