Sir Ian McKellen says ‘he’s most definitely on Prince Harry’s side’ as he reveals late Queen was ‘rude to me’
The IndependentStay ahead of the curve with our weekly guide to the latest trends, fashion, relationships and more Stay ahead of the curve with our weekly guide to the latest trends, fashion, relationships and more Stay ahead of the curve with our weekly guide to the latest trends, fashion, relationships and more SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy Sir Ian McKellen has claimed the late Queen Elizabeth II was “quite rude to him” on the occasions they met. Now off you go!’” The Burnley-born actor went on to demonstrate how the late Queen shook his hand, claiming she “shoved” him away as he offered his hand and added: “That was her handshake and it meant, ‘Go! Go!’” During the same interview, Sir Ian asserted his support for Prince Harry as the duke’s estrangement with his brother and father continues. Reportedly pointing to a copy of Harry’s bombshell memoir, Spare, in his east London home, Sir Ian said: “I’m most definitely on Harry’s side.” open image in gallery The Lord Of The Rings actor said he thinks the late Queen was ‘quite mad at the end’ He added: “Imagine being born into the royal family.
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