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Mint
29-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Mint
Viral Video: Ian McKellen receives grand reception at Glastonbury as crowd chants his name during surprise appearance
Glastonbury Festival continues to serve unforgettable moments in its latest edition, but few could match the thunderous reception that greeted Sir Ian McKellen during an unannounced appearance on stage with the Scissor Sisters. The legendary British actor, best known for his iconic roles in 'The Lord of the Rings', 'X-Men', and numerous Shakespearean productions, stunned fans when he walked onto the stage to perform a dramatic reading of the monologue from the Scissor Sisters' track 'Invisible Light'. Originally voiced by McKellen on the band's 2010 album 'Night Work', the piece has remained a cult favourite for fans of the group. This live rendition, however, took things to another level. As the first words of the monologue rang out across the crowd, audience members erupted with cheers. Many began chanting 'Ian! Ian! Ian!' in unison, visibly moving the 85-year-old actor, who appeared touched and emotional as the tribute echoed through Worthy Farm. Social media quickly lit up with fan reactions, many describing the moment as the highlight of the day. 'Ian McKellen showing up to perform with Scissor Sisters might have been THE highlight of the day (sic),' one fan wrote on X. 'Sir Ian McKellen gets emotional as the #Glastonbury crowd chants his name. I love this man! (sic)' read another post. 'Sir Ian McKellen doing the 'Invisible Light' monologue during Scissor Sisters set at Glastonbury! MAJOR MOMENT, goosebumps all over. One of my all-time favourite tracks from one of my all-time favourite albums (sic)," a user exclaimed. Others captured the emotional resonance of the moment: 'Oh Christ, Ian McKellen rocked up with the Scissor Sisters #Glastonbury,' wrote one fan. Another user wrote 'I spent the entire set screaming for Ian McKellen to come out and then cried when he did.' McKellen, a long-standing supporter of LGBTQ+ rights and an openly gay icon in the arts, has collaborated with the Scissor Sisters before but has rarely performed the monologue live. His appearance at Glastonbury not only delighted the crowd but served as a poignant reminder of the intersection of queer artistry, performance, and legacy. The festival, renowned for its eclectic line-up and cultural significance, has once again proven its power to deliver moments that transcend music. Amid performances from the likes of Neil Young, Rod Stewart, Alanis Morissette, and Brandi Carlile, it was Sir Ian McKellen's theatrical cameo that truly stole the show on Saturday.
Scottish Sun
29-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Scottish Sun
Lord of the Rings star breaks down in tears after making surprise appearance on stage at Glastonbury
Click to share on X/Twitter (Opens in new window) Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window) A HOLLYWOOD icon broke down in tears after his surprise appearance on the Glastonbury stage. The London-born Lord Of the Rings actor stunned fans with his cameo in the Woodsies tent on Saturday evening, taking to the stage in a bold patterned longline jacket. Sign up for the Entertainment newsletter Sign up 7 A Hollywood icon broke down in tears following a surprise Glastonbury set with the Scissor Sisters Credit: Getty 7 Sir Ian McKellen was overcome with emotion after his stint on stage Credit: BBC 7 He read out lyrics during the band's track, Invisible Light Credit: BBC 7 Sir Ian McKellen is known for playing Gandalf in the LOTR series Credit: Rex Features Sir Ian McKellen, known for playing Gandalf in the hit movie series, lent his signature deep voice and vocal talents to the Scissor Sisters setlist. During the track Invisible Light, the 86-year-old could be heard reading out the words as the electro pop group - led by frontman Jake Shears - danced around. After his surprise stint on stage, the group went on to delight Glastonbury-goers with their signature tracks including Take Your Mama. As he returned to his spot in the crowd, Sir Ian was met with chants of his name. The X-Men actor looked extremely bashful before holding his head in his hands and choking back emotion. In the sweet clip posted to BBC Radio 2's Instagram account, a caption read: "Sir Ian McKellen getting some well deserved Glasto love!" A fan then wrote: "Whyyyyyyy is he ALWAYS not sure why we love him love him. He is so humble. And supremely funny." A second put: "The man is a national treasure." A third then posted: "He's such a darling!!!" FAN FURY For those watching the Scissor Sisters set at home, they faced a barrage of technical issues. Sir Ian McKellen's Stage Accident Shocks Audience The highly anticipated sets were pulled off air due to technical blunders throughout the day, leaving many fans staring at error messages on their screens. The outage hit certain devices and platforms, sparking a wave of complaints online as users demanded answers. For those watching on iPlayer, the main Saturday feed also suffered huge technical difficulties. Those wanting to watch Scissor Sisters were greeted with an apology message emblazoned on the screen. Glastonbury 2025 - confirmed acts so far TICKETS to the 2025 festival sold out in just minutes before some of the acts were even confirmed. Here is who has been confirmed so far. Confirmed headliners: The 1975 will take to the Pyramid Stage on Friday. Neil Young will headline the festival for the second time after his last set in 2009 on Saturday after RAYE makes her return. Charli xcx will headline the Other Stage on Saturday night. On Sunday, Olivia Rodrigo is due to belt out her hits for her first appearance while Rod Stewart will perform in the legends slot. More acts to appear on the Other Stage include Loyle Carner and The Prodigy. Doechii will make her Glastonbury debut on the West Holts Stage on Saturday night. Other names confirmed include Noah Kahan, Alanis Morissette, Gracie Abrams, Busta Rhymes, Lola Young, Brandi Carlile, Myles Smith, En Vogue, Amaarae, Cymande, Shaboozey, Osees and Gary Numan. Writing on X - formerly known as Twitter - one expletive-filled fan fumed: "F****** hell @BBC you cut Blossoms short and now Scissor Sisters when it's just a black screen. "Sort it out." 7 The London-born star cut a striking figure in a patterned longline jacket Credit: BBC 7 He put his face in his hands as the crowd shouted his name Credit: BBC
The Irish Sun
29-06-2025
- Entertainment
- The Irish Sun
Lord of the Rings star breaks down in tears after making surprise appearance on stage at Glastonbury
A HOLLYWOOD icon broke down in tears after his surprise appearance on the Glastonbury stage. The London-born Lord Of the Rings actor stunned fans with his cameo in the Woodsies tent on Saturday evening, taking to the stage in a bold patterned longline jacket. Advertisement 7 A Hollywood icon broke down in tears following a surprise Glastonbury set with the Scissor Sisters Credit: Getty 7 Sir Ian McKellen was overcome with emotion after his stint on stage Credit: BBC 7 He read out lyrics during the band's track, Invisible Light Credit: BBC 7 Sir Ian McKellen is known for playing Gandalf in the LOTR series Credit: Rex Features During the track Invisible Light, the 86-year-old could be heard reading out the words as the electro pop group - led by frontman Jake Shears - danced around. After his surprise stint on stage, the group went on to delight Glastonbury-goers with their signature tracks including Take Your Mama. As he returned to his spot in the crowd, Sir Ian was met with chants of his name. Advertisement read more glastonbury The X-Men actor looked extremely bashful before holding his head in his hands and choking back emotion. In the sweet clip posted to BBC Radio 2's Instagram account, a caption read: "Sir Ian McKellen getting some well deserved Glasto love!" A fan then wrote: "Whyyyyyyy is he ALWAYS not sure why we love him love him. He is so humble. And supremely funny." A second put: "The man is a national treasure." Advertisement Most read in Showbiz A third then posted: "He's such a darling!!!" FAN FURY For those watching the Scissor Sisters set at home, they faced a Sir Ian McKellen's Stage Accident Shocks Audience The highly anticipated sets were pulled off air due to technical blunders throughout the day, leaving many fans staring at error messages on their screens. The outage hit certain devices and platforms, sparking a wave of complaints online as users demanded answers. Advertisement For those watching on iPlayer, the main Saturday feed also suffered huge technical difficulties. Those wanting to watch Scissor Sisters were greeted with an apology message emblazoned on the screen. Glastonbury 2025 - confirmed acts so far TICKETS to the 2025 festival sold out in just minutes before some of the acts were even confirmed. Here is who has been confirmed so far. Confirmed headliners: The 1975 will take to the Pyramid Stage on Friday. Neil Young will headline the festival for the second time after his last set in 2009 on Saturday after RAYE makes her return. Charli xcx will headline the Other Stage on Saturday night. On Sunday, Olivia Rodrigo is due to belt out her hits for her first appearance while Rod Stewart will perform in the legends slot. More acts to appear on the Other Stage include Loyle Carner and The Prodigy. Doechii will make her Glastonbury debut on the West Holts Stage on Saturday night. Other names confirmed include Noah Kahan, Alanis Morissette, Gracie Abrams, Busta Rhymes, Lola Young, Brandi Carlile, Myles Smith, En Vogue, Amaarae, Cymande, Shaboozey, Osees and Gary Numan. Writing on X - formerly known as Twitter - one expletive-filled fan fumed: "F****** hell @BBC you cut Blossoms short and now Scissor Sisters when it's just a black screen. " Sort it out." Advertisement 7 The London-born star cut a striking figure in a patterned longline jacket Credit: BBC 7 He put his face in his hands as the crowd shouted his name Credit: BBC 7 The band belted out a number of classics including Take Your Mama Credit: Getty
Metro
25-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Metro
Iconic actor leaves fans 'in tears' after appearance at Scissor Sisters gig
Sir Ian McKellen unleashed scenes of 'absolute mayhem' at The O2 Arena in London as he took to the stage with Scissor Sisters on Friday. The thespian, 86, wowed fans with a surprise reading of his dramatic monologue from the song Invisible Light. Released in 2010 as a single from their third studio album, Night Work, the song features a magnetic spoken-word performance by the Lord of The Rings and X-Men star. 'Babylon. Where bricks of mortar diamonds tower,' the actor intones in the original track. 'Sailors lust and swagger, blazing in woman's beam.' With the band – which now consists of consists of Jake Shears, Babydaddy, Del Marquis and Randy Real – currently touring arenas in the UK and Ireland, Sir Ian joined in for a reprise of his lines. Wearing a yellow tie over a cream-coloured suit, the icon of stage and screen had fans weeping as his voice echoed throughout the arena. Sir Ian didn't come alone either – and was joined by British musician Self Esteem, who assisted the band in a rendition of their 2004 hit Take Your Mama. We've teamed up with SXSW London to give away two pairs of Music Festival Wristbands valid for 2-7 June 2025. Headliners include Grammy-winning Nigerian singer Tems, Brit Award-winning artist Mabel, Crystal Castles's Alice Glass, and East London-based R&B artist NAO, plus emerging talent set to perform at showcase acts around Shoreditch. Click here to find out more about SXSW London's incredible events and how to enter to be in with a chance to win, or simply enter your details using the form below. *T&Cs apply. You have until midnight on Sunday 25th May 2025 to enter. Good luck! * Open to legal residents of Great Britain (excluding Northern Ireland) aged 18 or over. Promotion opens at 06:01 BST on 13 May 2025 and closes at 23:59 BST on 25 May 2025. The promotion is free to enter; however internet access is required. Entrant must visit and when prompted by the form, submit their name, email, telephone number, date of birth and postcode. Acceptance of the terms and conditions (by ticking the relevant checkbox) is necessary to enter the promotion. 1 entry per person. 1 prize available per person. There will be two (2) winners. Each winner will win two (2) Full Week (6 days) Music Festival Wristbands (each such wristband worth £99) granting secondary access to Official SXSW London Music Festival showcases valid from 2 until 7 June 2025. Proof of age and photographic ID is required for entry (18+). The prize, including entry and attendance at SXSW, is subject to and governed by the SXSW's full ticket terms and conditions here. Full T&Cs apply, see here. As per his 2010 performance, the actor began with a booming declaration of the word 'Babylon!' He appeared to relish every word as he spoke of 'painted whores,' 'sexual gladiators' and 'fiercely old party children' – finishing with a flourish as colourful disco lights bombarded the arena. Posting to their Instagram page in the aftermath, Scissor Sisters wrote: 'The big one. It was always going to be special coming back to our spiritual home – made even more so by having a ton of family in the house. 'From all three Scissor Mamas (Nancy, Freida and Judy) to Scissor brothers, sisters, uncles, nieces, nephews and cousins and a whole lot of chosen family who have been there on this journey since day 1. 'It was a dream come true to have @ianmckellen reprise his legendary Invisible Light monologue and for @selfesteemselfesteem to come bounce around for Take Your Mama. Pure magic, thank you.' Those who were there shared their joy at Sir Ian's surprise performance on social media afterwards. 'Absolute mayhem as Sir Ian McKellen does a dramatic reading of his lines from Invisible Light, one of my favourite scissor sisters songs of all time. Cried a little, just so blessed to see this,' wrote lordisthisfree on X. 'A concert cameo like no other ✂️ Sir Ian McKellen has blown The O2 roof off at The Scissor Sisters' 21st anniversary tour,' said JoshuaGarfield. 'Mary, Comfortably Numb and Ian McKellen on stage: scissor sisters can't be topped quite honestly,' said hannahtomes_. 'It was utterly fantastic. Thank you so much for a wonderful evening. So many highlights,' wrote mattholly_2 on Instagram. 'We were there. It was epic. It was joyous. It was gay. It was loud. It was filth. We were at your last gig at the Roundhouse in Camden in 2012 and was waiting for this. I loved every second,' said dvd.a.g. The band announced news of their reunion tour in October last year, sending fans of the 00s glam rock group into overdrive. However, many were disappointed by one notable absence – co-vocalist Ana Matronic. As news broke of their reunion, the band confirmed that Ana wouldn't be joining them for their 21st anniversary tour. A statement from the 50-year-old singer read: 'People familiar with my story and career arc will know that in the heart of this Showgirl lies a giant Nerd. 'In the past decade, my nerd self has taken the wheel and is now driving my career.' She went on to explain how her schedule was already filled up with the history podcast she hosts, meaning that she would be unable to take time off for the shows. However, there was no animosity between Ana and her former bandmates, with multi-instrumentalist Babydaddy revealing he felt 'proud' of her for saying no. More Trending 'I don't think it's really for us to question or push her to do something that doesn't feel right,' he continued. 'We should all be doing this for the right reasons and with the right feeling in mind. 'So I'm actually really proud of her for being able to say, 'I don't think this is right for me'.' Meanwhile, co-lead vocalist Jake said: 'Her spirit is gonna be with us. Nothing stays the same. One of my mottos is 'You can never go home again' and I think there's so much truth to that. 'It will be a different thing, and that's very exciting to me, even though there's a sadness to it as well. But it's going to be exciting to see how it changes.' Got a story? If you've got a celebrity story, video or pictures get in touch with the entertainment team by emailing us celebtips@ calling 020 3615 2145 or by visiting our Submit Stuff page – we'd love to hear from you. MORE: EastEnders confirms unexpected Kat and Alfie twist that will delight 00s TV fans MORE: 'Gigs don't have to cost £400 – the next Taylor Swift could be down the road' MORE: Music industry pays tribute to agent Dave Shapiro after death in San Diego plane crash
RTÉ News
25-05-2025
- Entertainment
- RTÉ News
Ian McKellen delights fans with surprise appearance at Scissor Sisters gig
Ian McKellen delighted fans by making a surprise appearance at the Scissor Sisters reunion gig at London's O2 on Friday evening. The US pop group, who celebrated the 20-year anniversary of their debut album last year, have recently reformed and are playing a series of shows across the UK and are also due to play the SSE Arena in Belfast and 3Arena in Dublin. Fans at the O2 screamed and cheered as the 85-year-old actor took to the stage to recite spoken-word vocals for the band's hit song Invisible Light. During his brief appearance the Lord Of The Rings star read out the monologue he performed on the recorded version of the track which was first released in 2010. Fans at the concert took to social media to share their delight at McKellen's cameo. One fan wrote on X: "Absolute mayhem as Sir Ian McKellen does a dramatic reading of his lines from Invisible Light, one of my favourite scissor sisters songs of all time. "Cried a little, just so blessed to see this." Another wrote: "A concert cameo like no other. "Sir Ian McKellen has blown The O2 roof off at The Scissor Sisters' 21st anniversary tour." Another surprise appearance was from Rebecca Lucy Taylor, known better by her stage name Self Esteem, who joined the group for a rendition of Take Your Mama. The group - including lead singer Jake Shears, multi-instrumentalist Babydaddy and guitarist Del Marquis - are performing their first live shows in 12 years. Singer Ana Matronic decided not to join the tour as she has "other projects she is focusing on right now", according to a statement from the group. Scissor Sisters rose to prominence in the early 2000s with a colourful style blending multiple genres and pioneering LGBT+ representation in mainstream music.
