Sir Ian McKellen, 85, hides his neck brace with a scarf on trip to the shops as he continues to recover following shocking fall during West End show

Sir Ian McKellen hid his neck brace under a scarf as he went shopping while he continues to recover from his shocking fall from stage.

The legendary actor, 85, was playing John Falstaff in a production of Player Kings at the Noel Coward Theatre in London’s West End on June 17 when he lost his balance during a fight scene and fell from the stage into the audience.

Sir Ian spent three nights in hospital and had to pull out of the tour after sustaining injuries to his wrist and neck.

Last week, the actor was spotted walking to his local Waitrose store wearing a neck brace and a splint in his hand.

Sir Ian kept a low profile in casual blue shorts and a T-shirt with a hat over his famous face.

The legendary actor was playing John Falstaff in a production of Player Kings at the Noel Coward Theatre in London’s West End on June 17 when he lost his balance in a fight scene and fell off the stage into the audience

Sir Ian spent three nights in hospital and had to pull out of the show’s tour after sustaining injuries to his wrist and neck (pictured on stage on April 11)

Last week, Sir Ian shared a health update with his many fans on X, formerly Twitter.

Writing: ‘Just two weeks after my onstage accident, I want to assure my many well-wishers that the injuries (to my wrist and neck) are healing,’ he wrote. ‘My doctors promise a full recovery – but only if I do not work for the next few weeks.’

After the shocking incident, he was rushed to hospital for treatment and the rest of his performances for the week were also cancelled so he could rest.

“In the meantime, the show goes on and the Player Kings company will begin their four-week tour without me,” Ian continued on X.

“Every actor will tell you that missing a performance feels a little embarrassing, even if it’s not their fault. None of us ever want to let our audience down,” he added.

Sir Ian announced that after three nights in hospital he would receive ‘physiotherapy, gentle exercise and plenty of essential rest at home’.

The actor was appearing in a scene with the Prince of Wales and Henry Percy when he fell from the front of the stage and was heard screaming in pain as staff rushed to his aid.

Sir Ian said in his statement last Thursday: ‘After three nights in hospital, the effects of my fall on stage have been fully assessed and I am now receiving physiotherapy, gentle exercise and much needed rest at home.

Now the actor has been spotted walking to his local Waitrose store

He wore a neck brace and his hand was in a splint

Sir Ian kept a low profile in casual blue shorts and a T-shirt with a hat pulled over his famous face

The actor slipped his feet into a pair of comfortable white sneakers

He envisioned a few essentials, including a pack of Italian biscuits

The actor carried his groceries in a bag his entire life

Last week, Sir Ian took to X, formerly Twitter, to share a health update with his legions of fans

‘Meanwhile, my role in Player Kings is being filled by the formidable David Semark, supported by the wonderful production and cast of Robert Icke.

“The many messages of love and support will, I am sure, contribute to the speedy recovery my doctors have promised me.”

Player Kings, a production of Henry IV, Parts One and Two, adapted and directed by Robert Icke, ended its run at the Noel Coward Theatre.

The play moves to the Bristol Hippodrome next month and will then be performed in Birmingham, Norwich and Newcastle.

This came after Ian appeared to be in good health last week when he danced around a lavish country house with 86-year-old Anthony Hopkins.

It comes after Ian appeared to be in good health last week as he danced around a luxury mansion with Anthony Hopkins, 86

He couldn’t get the smile off his face as he hung out with a good friend and fellow actor in matching plaid jackets.

Anthony posted the video to Instagram and paid a sweet tribute to Sir Ian, calling his spirit “unbreakable.”

He captioned the post, “Today I celebrate my dear friend, Ian and his unbreakable spirit… I love this man. “We both have our Gucci on…” Thank you, Salma.”

After the fall, Sir Ian was rushed to hospital for treatment, and the rest of his performances for the week were cancelled so he could rest.