Get Premium
Dark mode theme is available exclusively for premium users. Learn more about the benefits of subscribing.
No fees, cancel anytime.
Dark Mode 
No fees, cancel anytime 
then open in external browser
and click "Open in External Browser" 
What's better than one classically-trained actor who is also noted for his later life geek-friendly roles and posting odd pictures online? Why, two such actors, of course. Sir Patrick Stewart (77) and Sir Ian McKellen (78) share a bromance so strong, it looks they have been destined to be together.
Both of them started out on the British stage before roles in television and film. Stewart gained worldwide fame for playing Captain Picard in "Star Trek: The Next Generation." McKellen hit it big with "X Men" and "Lord of the Rings". Stewart and McKellen met in the 1970s in the Royal Shakespeare Company. McKellen was already playing the great parts, but Stewart, who worshipped him, found him intimidating. The two men - both knighted by Queen Elizabeth - really bonded over their shared life experience while filming "X Men." The pair told CBS that they both turned to acting as an escape -- Stewart from his abusive father and McKellen from his early struggles as a gay but closeted actor.
Bored Panda has collected some of the funniest images, capturing the essence of their friendship to prove that all of us need a person to rely on. Including celebrities. From going on a Ferriss wheel to performing at the 62nd London Evening Standard Theatre Awards, these guys cherish their very quirky and very precious bond everywhere they go to. Scroll down to check out some of the funniest moments from their daily adventures and vote for your favorites.
This post may include affiliate links.
RELATED:
#2
Benj 7 years ago
The biggest bummer of the Xmen moving to Marvel is that we will likely lose these two. The Xmen films have, for the most part, been horrible, but these two, and their roles, were pretty much UNTOUCHABLE. They were PERFECT as Prof X & Magneto!!
Minnie Swanborough 7 years ago
This is what your Parents really look life, after we’ve taken our makeup off in the evening.. so pleased my beard is coming along well.
#3
Caroline Driver 7 years ago
Thing is, they just look like they've been best friends for ever, or an old married couple. They are fantastic together
Kat Wright 7 years ago
Coney Island.It matches them. The older it gets, the better it gets just like them.
layne 7 years ago
thank you TC for the Quentin Crisp reference here. much appreciated.
Load More Replies...
layne 7 years ago
Such a hoot! Wonder if it was 'The Twelfth' for the 2 bowler hatted gentlemen striding down Coney's boardwalk. Great place to just blend in... have fun w/out stares or ?'s.
#4
Janelle Collard 7 years ago
I think sometime after the wedding, Sir Ian said, "I married Patrick Stewart" and everyone went bonkers!
layne 7 years ago
you remember correctly. been a huge fan of their friendship a long time; nearly all outsiders & media sources thought "they were probably..well, you know," that way together. Funny ain't it; the silly stuff folks actually occupy their thoughts with.
Load More Replies...
#5
Ann McNeil 3 years ago
I love their friendship, and how they can take the mickey out of each other. They are absolutely adorable!
#6
#7
Marc Shackelford 7 years ago
Someone get Malcolm McDowell on the phone and let's get these boys in a Clockwork Orange photoshoot
Jess C. 7 years ago
or when you are so drunk you don't realize the person you're talking to on the phone, is right next to you...
Load More Replies...
#8
layne 7 years ago
Absolutely! Growing old can truly be fantastic, just keep laughing & never forget your sense of humor can get you through anything; don't take my word, try it!
Load More Replies...
rhyan lumilay 6 years ago
I wish I also have a friend like that. They're doing what they want and no one can disrespect it.
#9
Gina Bean 7 years ago
Yes. The Charging Bull in the financial district of New York.
Load More Replies...
#10
Maggie Collins 7 years ago
They are so comfortable together, it is apparent in their smiles. Happiness is a best friend.
#11
Sykz 7 years ago
Idea!!. Two old wizards travel around the world and get into crazy adventures and geriatric misbehavior's all the while making the world a better place.
#12
Victor Calamity 7 years ago
I'll bet if these two tried to make a movie together, the camera would melt
Ross Carter 7 years ago
I saw them on stage at the Theatre Royal in Waiting For Godot! Such a rush to be in the same room as these legends!
Gareth Drew 7 years ago
id` love to see a quick scene made based on the USS Enterprise -E with the Next Gen Cast and Sir Ian either replacing Q or Lwaxana Troi with Chronology explaining their change of appearance.....20 years on ..ish
#13
Mads Sly 7 years ago
'Aren't we lucky' is a quote from an old John Cleese comedy called Clockwise. It's a line from a batty old lady who drives around in a car with two other equally batty old ladies.
Angel 7 years ago
Awesome! Thanks for sharing that Mads - I had no idea but I'm intrigued enough to look up that movie now lol
Load More Replies...
#14
#15
Robert Robi Z 5 years ago
I love the fact that the two of them don't give a damn what anyone else would say, they just enjoy life!
#16
Signe Manat Hansen 7 years ago
I just adore the fact that they call each other Sir Ian and Sir Patrick
#17
#18
#19
Yezid Puerto 7 years ago
i saw in dvd a performance of Stewart of Macbeth, awesome, spectacular
#20
Kirsa Rasmussen 7 years ago
I love that two men will show the world it is ok to show their friendship-love for each other in public. Too many people are affraid to show affections :-/
#21
Jay Broderick 7 years ago
That is one I missed! Should look it up immediately.
Load More Replies... Josh Weaver 7 years ago
Very nice group of men. Love all of them, especially Ian and Patrick. Timeless guys.
Alex Mateo 4 years ago
one of my al-time favorite Graham Norton episodes... never a boring moment...
Ann McNeil 7 years ago
I just found it on Youtube- absolutely hilarious. Thru this episode, we learn that Sir Patrick is NOT circumcised ....... TMI ..... :D
#22
#23
#24
Gareth Drew 7 years ago
one has a Phaser, one has a Batlleth 21st century style lol about to carve into a erm pturkey?
#25
#26
Kathie Daniel Fertur Lux 7 years ago
I normally despise Elmo, but I will make an exception because of his two companions....
#28
#29
#30
Kat Blak 7 years ago
This is a short play called "Waiting for Godot" its great and anyone who can should watch it :)
Signe Manat Hansen 7 years ago
Yeah, and the reason they always wear those hats. I really want to watch their rendition!
Load More Replies...
Sam T Godfrey 4 years ago
I wanted so much to see this play done by these amazing actors and friends. So sorry I didn't try hard enough!
#32
adoracat 7 years ago
Yep, according to the buildings behind them. Sir Ian is SUCH a snappy dresser!
Load More Replies...
#34
Otis Spunkmeyer 7 years ago
Sheridan Square Park, Greenwich Village NYC. Behind them is the Stonewall Inn.
#35
#36
Ehren Thomsen 7 years ago
Oh my God, this is Sir Patrick's statue at Madame Tussaud's! The hat is the real Sir Patrick's, of course. Priceless image.
#38
#39
#42
Analyn Lahr 7 years ago
I just love how these two show that guys don't have to be romantic to hold hands and sit so close. If more friend pairs were like them, I think the world would be a better place.
Karin Morris 7 years ago
I was thinking if there were MORE men out there just as comfortable with gay men as Patrick Stewart is the world would definitely be a better place. Patrick Stewart is so comfortable in his sexuality that he can kiss Ian on the lips and not care a whit about what anyone thinks.
Load More Replies... rhyan lumilay 6 years ago
Their is this stigma that two guys can't be that too close or sweet with each other unless they're lovers unlike girls that can do that to each other. I would like to see that everyone has freedom and be their selves without being judge and criticized.
Barbara Baldwin 7 years ago
They each have confidence in their own sexuality. Question----> if they were lovers would these pics be less funny?
#43
#44
#47
Analyn Lahr 7 years ago
Is that a Seahawks jersey Sir Patrick is wearing? I live in WA, I am surrounded by those colors.
Rae Carson 7 years ago
Yes. They were in the states during the big game that year. To show the fans they were "ready", they dressed in appropriate team jerseys....with a football. A different kind of football. But because they are fantastic men who don't take themselves too seriously....they posed for this photo, seemingly giving the air of slightly dimwitted older gentlemen. When in reality, it was a subtle fun dig at what those in the US refer to as "American" football. (Because what only USA and parts of Canada call "soccer", the rest of the world calls "football". :)
Load More Replies... Kathie Daniel Fertur Lux 7 years ago
#SEAHAWKS FAN!!!!!!! (swoons) Wait, wrong ball, guys, WRONG BALL!!!!! LOL!!!!!
#48
#52
Jacintha Ayre 6 years ago
Oh... oh dear, Sir Pat, Sir Kel, please do not sit in NYC garbage...have you SEEN the size of our rats?
#54
#55
Add New Image
What do you think ?
Captain Planet 7 years ago
Yeah I thought they were in love as well haha.
Load More Replies...
Donna J Howorko 7 years ago
oh to be that lucky....I'm very happy for them that they have been able to find that great friendship in each other.
Cody Eriksen 7 years ago
You know that game, 'If you can have dinner or whatever with anybody"? I want these two! Not because of their work, but the fact we'll have one hell of a time.
Donna J Howorko 7 years ago
oh to be that lucky in life.....I'm very happy for them that they have found that great friendship in each other
Captain Planet 7 years ago
Yeah I thought they were in love as well haha.
Load More Replies... Donna J Howorko 7 years ago
oh to be that lucky....I'm very happy for them that they have been able to find that great friendship in each other.
Cody Eriksen 7 years ago
You know that game, 'If you can have dinner or whatever with anybody"? I want these two! Not because of their work, but the fact we'll have one hell of a time.
Donna J Howorko 7 years ago
oh to be that lucky in life.....I'm very happy for them that they have found that great friendship in each other
Related on Bored Panda
