After suffering a shocking fall from the stage during a West End performance, acting legend Sir Ian McKellen is reportedly in “good spirits” and is expected to make a “full recovery” as fans rush to wish him all the best.

The incident occurred at the Noel Coward Theatre during a fight scene in the production of Player Kings, where the renowned actor lost his footing.

Following the fall, a spokesperson for the London theatre assured fans that McKellen “will make a speedy and full recovery” in a statement to the PA news agency

“Thank you to our audience and the general public for their well wishes following Ian’s fall during this evening’s performance of Player Kings,” the spokesperson said.

“Following a scan, the brilliant NHS team have assured us that he will make a speedy and full recovery and Ian is in good spirits.

“The production has made the decision to cancel the performance on Tuesday June 18 so Ian can rest. Those affected will be contacted by their point of purchase as soon as possible tomorrow.”

Following the incident, attendees were informed that the remainder of the evening’s performance had been cancelled, and they were guided to evacuate the venue.

Reports indicate the actor cried out in pain as theatre staff quickly came to his aid. Audience member Paul Critchley described the fall as a “shock” to witness.

While McKellen recuperates from his fall, fans rushed to wish the beloved actor all the best while expressing their hope for a speedy recovery.

McKellen’s career spans over six decades, marked by performances at theatres across the nation. He is well known on screen for his roles as Magneto in the X-Men films and Gandalf in Peter Jackson’s The Lord Of The Rings trilogy.

On stage, he has portrayed numerous Shakespearean roles such as Richard II, Macbeth, Coriolanus, and King Lear.

His extensive acting portfolio has garnered him numerous accolades over the years, including several Olivier Awards.

-with PA.