Ian McKellen Roasts Trump on 'Avengers: Doomsday' Set
Originally published Jun 15, 2026
By Zack Sharf · Variety
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Key points
- Ian McKellen used his frustration with Donald Trump as inspiration during a scene in 'Avengers: Doomsday'.
- McKellen shouted 'Mar-a-Lago!' as a humorous jab at Trump during filming.
- The Russo Brothers asked McKellen to appear more furious during an action sequence.
- McKellen's comment was a spontaneous response to the directors' request for a more intense performance.
- His portrayal of Magneto has been a fan favorite since the 'X-Men' film series began.
Ian McKellen revealed at a recent film festival in Rome that he used his frustration with Donald Trump as inspiration during a scene in 'Avengers: Doomsday.' The 87-year-old actor returns as Magneto in the film. The Russo Brothers, the film's directors, asked McKellen to appear more furious during an action sequence. McKellen reportedly shouted 'Mar-a-Lago!' as a humorous jab at Trump while filming the scene. His comment was a spontaneous response to the directors' request for a more intense performance. McKellen's portrayal of Magneto has been a fan favorite since the 'X-Men' film series began.
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