Ian McKellen revealed in a recent interview with The Guardian that Obi-Wan Kenobi actor Alec Guinness once advised him not to go public when it came to advocating for gay rights. Guinness allegedly ...

Years before his starring roles in The Lord of the Rings and X-Men, Ian McKellen met with Star Wars' original Obi-Wan actor Alec Guinness, who advised him to drop support for a gay rights charity.

Obi-Wan Kenobi may be a fan-favorite Star Wars character, but he is far from the strongest Jedi in the Skywalker Saga.

Image Credit: A still from 'Star Wars' (Image: Lucasfilm / Twentieth Century Fox) Before ‘Star Wars‘ emerged as a celebrated ...

From stage to Star Wars – the Oscar winning actor unveils the origins of his success. Sir Alec Guinness’ commanding performance as Obi-Wan Kenobi in Star Wars secured his fame for future generations.

McKellen recalls a private lunch where the original Obi-Wan actor tried to steer him away from Stonewall and LGBTQ+ activism.

Sir Ian McKellen has revealed that the Star Wars actor Alec Guinness once “pleaded” with him to not actively campaign for gay rights. The veteran star of stage and screen, best known for his role as ...