Sir Ian McGeechan has also been in touch to convey his condolences having played with and against Clarty.

Source: https://www.cravenherald.co.uk/news/23829378.touching-tribute-wharfedale-rufc-stalwart-michael-harrison/?ref=rss

"Sir Ian McKellen's portrayal of Gandalf is incredible, and they couldn't have chosen a better person for the role.

Source: https://www.buzzfeed.com/williambarrios/good-vs-bad-book-adaptation-castings

Stewart is not only known for his acting, but his great friendship with actor Sir Ian McKellen () as well.

Source: https://blogcritics.org/book-talk-patrick-stewart-on-making-it-so/

When it was first announced he would star in panto, Sir Ian said: “It is a serious story told comically.

Source: https://www.burytimes.co.uk/news/23229228.gandalf-mother-goose-ian-mckellen-lowry-panto/?ref=rss