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Actor SIR Ian McKellan

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Ian McKellan came out in 1988.
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Ian McKellan earned a Tony Award in 1981 for his role in Peter Shafer's "Amadeus".
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2: Actor SIR Ian McKellan. Since coming out in 1988, Britain's highly acclaimed Shakespearean actor has become an international voice for the gay and lesbian community. His role in Peter Shafer's "Amadeus" earned him a Tony Award in 1981. He has appeared in the popular films, "Last Action Hero" and "Six Degrees of Seperation." He's now starring in the film version of "Richard III." (REBROADCAST from 6

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