Gandalf is a protagonist in J. R. R. Tolkien 's novels The Hobbit and The Lord of the Rings. He is a wizard, one of the Istari order, and the leader of the Company of the Ring. Tolkien took the name …

Gandalf, known largely as the Grey and later, briefly, the White, and originally named Olórin (Quenya), was an Istar (Wizard), dispatched to Middle-earth in the Third Age to combat the threat of Sauron.

Sep 18, 2023 · Throughout "The Lord of the Rings" and "The Hobbit," Gandalf has gone by many names. What is his real name, and what other names has he used?

Oct 13, 2023 · It's time to brush up on your Tolkien knowledge. Here's our guide breaking down Gandalf's history, powers and life during and after The Lord of the Rings.

Gandalf, fictional character, a wise wizard who guides and advises the hobbits Bilbo and Frodo Baggins throughout their many adventures in J.R.R. Tolkien ’s The Hobbit (1937) and The Lord of the Rings …

Aug 21, 2024 · Gandalf was a Maia spirit who lived in the gardens of Lórien when he was known as Olórin. Around the year TA 1000 (The Third Age), he was selected as one of the five Wizards (Istari) …

May 7, 2025 · From the halls of Valinor to the fires of Mordor, Gandalf plays a quiet but crucial role in shaping the fate of Middle-earth. This article explores his origins, powers, and the wisdom that …

Gandalf the Grey, a pivotal character in J.R.R. Tolkien's Middle-earth saga, is a wise, enigmatic wizard known for his guidance, magical prowess, and pivotal role in the struggle against darkness.

Dec 9, 2025 · Gandalf was one of the five Istari sent to Middle-earth by the Valar in the Third Age. In Valinor he was known as Olórin. Gandalf was instrumental in bringing about the demise of Sauron in …

Gandalf (also known as Gandalf the Grey and Gandalf the White, known to the Elves as Mithrandir) is a major character in both The Hobbit and The Lord of the Rings film series, portrayed by Ian McKellen.