7. Sir Ian McKellen
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Sir Ian McKellen is not only considered English royalty, he’s also a critically-acclaimed gay actor. His work spans genres and decades, from stage to screen. He’s most well-known as Gandalf in “The Lord of the Rings” and “The Hobbit” trilogies, but earned major kudos for his Magneto in several X-Men films. He’s led a gay life since the early 60’s, and has had multiple partners.