Ian McKellen's Surprise Glastonbury and Gandalf Rumors

Sir Ian McKellen made a surprise appearance at Glastonbury 2025, joining the Scissor Sisters on stage to perform his spoken-word monologue from their 2010 hit 'Invisible Light.' The 86-year-old actor, who recently recovered from a stage fall, was visibly emotional backstage as the crowd chanted his name, leading him to hold back tears. Fans widely celebrated the performance, with many calling it a festival highlight. McKellen, best known as Gandalf in The Lord of the Rings, continues to demonstrate his strong connection with audiences. The Glastonbury lineup also featured The 1975, Neil Young, and Olivia Rodrigo, contributing to a standout event. There is ongoing speculation about McKellen’s possible return as Gandalf in a new Lord of the Rings film directed by Andy Serkis.