Ian McKellen suffered 'wrist and neck' injuries during stage fall

The 85-year-old actor fell off stage after a fight scene during Player Kings at the Noël Coward Theatre in London on 17 June. He had hoped to be recovered in time for the production's national tour, however, it was announced this week that he would not return to the role. Taking to X/Twitter on Tuesday, The Lord of the Rings actor explained to his followers that his injuries needed more time to heal. "Just two weeks after my accident onstage I want to assure my many well-wishers that the injuries (to wrist and neck) are on the mend..."