McKellen of film WSJ Crossword Clue
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explanationWSJ Crossword September 6 2025 Answers
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The most common and recent 3-letter answer for "McKellen of film" is IAN.
The clue refers to Sir Ian McKellen, a renowned actor known for his roles in films such as 'The Lord of the Rings' and 'X-Men.' The answer is his first name, 'Ian.'
This clue was last seen in the WSJ Crossword on September 06, 2025.
Ian is a common male given name.
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The clue “McKellen of film” is a classic crossword staple, frequently appearing in puzzles like the WSJ crossword. For the puzzle dated September 6 2025, the definitive 3-letter answer is: IAN.
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