Ian McKellen, 85, hospitalized after falling off the stage during London play
Sir Ian McKellen has been hospitalized after falling off the stage during a performance on the West End in London on Monday night.reportedly lost his footing in the middle of a fight scene in “Player Kings” at the Noël Coward theatre, according to theA staff member rushed to help McKellen, according to the BBC, and the actor was taken to the hospital.
“Thank you to our audience and the general public for their well wishes following Ian’s fall during this evening’s performance of ‘Player Kings’,” the statement to“Following a scan, the brilliant NHS team have assured us that he will make a speedy and full recovery and Ian is in good spirits. “The production has made the decision to cancel the performance on Tuesday 18 June so Ian can rest. Those affected will be contacted by their point of purchase as soon as possible tomorrow. Thank you to doctors Rachel and Lee who were on hand in the audience and to all the venue staff for their support.”An audience member told the BBC that the mishap involving McKellen was “very shocking.
“Just witnessed Ian Mckellan severely injure himself after falling off stage at Noel Coward Theatre. Sir Ian could be heard screaming in pain as ushers rushed to his aid. Show cancelled as he is treated by ambulance crews. Wish him all the best,” JohnsonThe production started its 12-week run in April.in April that he almost turned down the role of Falstaff, but was convinced to do it by director Robert Icke.
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