Overview

• On June 28, 2025, McKellen made a surprise appearance on the Woodsies stage at Glastonbury Festival as part of Scissor Sisters’ reunion tour.
• He delivered his spoken-word monologue from the band’s 2010 track ‘Invisible Light’, blending theatrical flair with pop performance.
• Festivalgoers chanted “Oh, Ian McKellen” to the tune of The White Stripes’ “Seven Nation Army”, and the 86-year-old covered his face and held back tears.
• The set marked Scissor Sisters’ first live shows in 13 years, commemorating anniversaries of their debut album and ‘Night Work’.
• Clips of the emotional moment went viral on social media, with fans hailing McKellen’s humility and calling the cameo a festival highlight.