Netflix star to become first black actor to play Doctor Who

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2 years ago

May 9, 2022

A new Doctor Who has been announced, taking over from Jodie Whittaker

BBC announced popular Netflix actor Ncuti Gatwa will become the new Doctor Who

The 29-year-old will become the 14th Who on the popular science fiction show, and the first person of colour to play the lead role.

Welcome to the Tardis Ncuti Gatwa! 💙 #DoctorWho pic.twitter.com/5djxu2I369
— Dylan 🌩 (@whomysterio) May 8, 2022

He’s incredibly popular with viewers in their late teens and 20s, thanks to Sex Education on Netflix, so there is hope the program can win back younger viewers.

Speaking on the red carpet before Sunday’s Bafta TV Awards, Gatwa says he is very grateful to have had the baton handed over and will do his best.

Ncuti Gatwa is so good on SEX EDUCATION, a lightning rod of charm and comedic timing. A star from the moment he popped on screen. He’s going to be phenomenal as the next Doctor. #DoctorWho pic.twitter.com/IiM1qjd8UC
— Robert Daniels (@812filmreviews) May 8, 2022

The actor is nominated for the BAFTA for best male performance in a comedy programme for the third year in a row for playing Eric in Sex Education.

As well as being nominated, he presented the Bafta for best scripted comedy at Sunday’s ceremony.

In a statement, Gatwa prospect of working with Davies was “a dream come true”.

“His writing is dynamic, exciting, incredibly intelligent and fizzing with danger – an actor’s metaphorical playground. The entire team have been so welcoming and truly give their hearts to the show.
GATWA SAYS

“And so as much as it’s daunting, I’m aware I’m joining a really supportive family. Unlike the Doctor, I may only have one heart but I am giving it all to this show.”

The Legacy Of The Doctor#DoctorWho #ncutigatwa pic.twitter.com/6ItQ5eAT3t
— Jacob (@okeechoBree) May 8, 2022

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