Sir Ian McKellen hid his neck brace with a scarf during a shopping trip as he continues to recover from his shocking fall on stage.
The legendary actor, 85, was playing John Falstaff in a production of Player Kings at the Noel Coward Theatre in London’s West End on June 17 when he lost his balance in a fight scene and fell off the stage into the audience.
Sir Ian spent three nights in hospital and was forced to pull out of the show’s tour after suffering wrist and neck injuries.
Last week, the actor was spotted walking to his local Waitrose wearing a neck brace and with his hand in a splint.
Sir Ian kept a low profile in casual blue shorts and a T-shirt with a hat covering his famous face.
Sir Ian McKellen, 85, hid his neck brace with a scarf during a trip to the shops as he continued to recover from his shocking fall on stage.
The legendary actor was playing John Falstaff in a production of Player Kings at the Noel Coward Theatre in London’s West End on June 17 when he lost his balance in a fight scene and fell from the stage into the audience.
Sir Ian spent three nights in hospital and was forced to pull out of the show’s tour after suffering wrist and neck injuries (pictured on stage on April 11).
Last week, Sir Ian took to X, formerly Twitter, to share a health update with his legions of fans.
“Just two weeks after my on-stage accident, I want to assure my many fans that the injuries (to my wrist and neck) are improving,” she wrote. “My doctors promise a full recovery, but only if I avoid work for the next few weeks.”
Following the shocking incident, he was rushed to hospital for treatment and the rest of his performances for the week were cancelled to allow him to rest.
“Meanwhile, the show goes on and the Player Kings company begins its four-week tour without me,” Ian continued on X.
“Any actor will say that missing a performance is embarrassing, even when it’s not their fault. None of us want to disappoint our audiences,” he added.
Sir Ian announced he was receiving “physiotherapy, light exercise and plenty of essential rest at home” after three nights in hospital.
The actor was in a scene involving the Prince of Wales and Henry Percy when he fell from the front of the stage and was heard screaming in pain as staff rushed to help him.
In his statement last Thursday, Sir Ian said: ‘After three nights in hospital, the effects of my on-stage fall have been fully assessed and I am now undergoing physiotherapy, light exercise and plenty of essential rest at home.
Now the actor was spotted strolling around his local Waitrose.
He was wearing a neck brace and his hand was in a splint.
Sir Ian kept a low profile in casual blue shorts and a T-shirt with a hat over his famous face.
The actor wore a pair of comfortable white sneakers.
He envisioned a few essentials, including a packet of Italian cookies.
The actor carried his purchases in a bag all his life
Last week, Sir Ian took to X, formerly Twitter, to share a health update with his legions of fans.
‘Meanwhile, my role in Player Kings is played by the formidable David Semark, supported by Robert Icke’s astonishing production and cast.
‘I am sure that the many messages of love and support will contribute to the speedy recovery that my doctors have promised me.’
Player Kings, a production of Henry IV, Parts One and Two, adapted and directed by Robert Icke, has ended its run at the Noel Coward Theatre.
The play will then move to Bristol Hippodrome next month before plays in Birmingham, Norwich and Newcastle.
This comes after Ian appeared in good health last week as he danced in a luxury mansion with 86-year-old Anthony Hopkins.
This comes after Ian appeared in good health last week as he danced around a luxury mansion with Anthony Hopkins, 86.
He couldn’t wipe the smile off his face as he played with his close friend and fellow actor who were wearing matching plaid jackets.
Anthony posted the video on Instagram and paid sweet tribute to Sir Ian, praising his “unbreakable” spirit.
She captioned the post: ‘Today I celebrate my dear friend, Ian and his unbreakable spirit… I love this man. ‘We both have our Gucci’s on… ‘Thank you, Salma.’
Following the fall, Sir Ian was rushed to hospital for treatment and the remainder of his performances for the week were cancelled to allow him to rest.