Sir Ian McKellen is known for playing wise characters (Gandalf, Sherlock Holmes, Cogsworth you get the idea) and as it turns out, the actor is just as wise off screen.
Next time, do what I always do when presenting, McKellen advised in a note addressed to the duo formerly known as Bonnie and Clyde.
Backstage, before you go on, slyly and gently prise pop fire up envelope and sneak a preview of its contents.
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If anyone asks what you are up to, explain you may need to check the pronunciation of the winners name or indeed who the winner actually is!
Above, watch McKellens flawless technique in action at the 2004 Oscars, where he announced one of the Best Picture nominees,The Lord of the Rings: The Return of the King.
