Today it was announced that Scots actor Ncuti Gatwa will be the next Doctor Who and the news was welcomed by many.
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Jodie Whittaker’s final outing as The Doctor in 2022, as she sets up to bow out in style with an epic battle against The Master, The Daleks and The Cybermen. She took over from Peter Capaldi in 2017, becoming the first woman to play the time lord in the history of the show.
Now though, in a new shocking twist, Coral bookmakers have got Doctor Who legend David Tennant, 51, as the number one odds-on favourite to become the next Doctor and replace Whittaker. They have him as the clear frontrunner for the next person to take up the coveted role at 4-5, head and shoulders above the next placed Lydia West at 4-1.
But what has Tennant, who played the time lord between 2005 and 2010, been up to since stepping away from the role 12 years ago - what is his net worth and does he have a partner?Since stepping away from the role of Doctor Who in 2010, the Scot has worked on an incredible number of different projects. Since 2010, David has starred in: How To Train Your Dragon (2010), Nativity 2: Danger in the Manger! (2012), Twenty Twelve (2011-2012), Much Ado About Nothing (2011), Fright Night (2011), The Politician's Husband (2013), Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles (2015-16), Broadchurch (2013-2017), W1A (2014-2017), Call of Duty: WWII (2017 video game), Mary Queen of Scots (2018), Jessica Jones (2015-2019), Des (2020), Staged (2020-21), Around the World in 80 Days (2021), Good Omens (2019-22).
He'll also appear in the following future projects, according to IMDB: Given the enormous amount of work David Tennant has completed in the past 12 years, it will come as no surprise that he is estimated to be worth a huge £5. 7 million according to Celebrity Net Worth.
Today it was announced that Scots actor Ncuti Gatwa will be the next Doctor Who and the news was welcomed by many.
A new Time Lord will be firing up the TARDIS, with the iconic British sci-fi series announcing Ncuti Gatwa has been cast as the next iteration of The Doctor.
Scotland-raised Gatwa, 29, will be the first Black actor to helm the quintessential British sci-fi show, but he won’t be the first Black Doctor — Jo Martin has played “Fugitive Doctor” in several episodes.Whittaker became the 13th Doctor — and the first woman to play the central galaxy-hopping, extraterrestrial Time Lord who regenerates into new bodies — in 2017, when she took over from Peter Capaldi. Her last episode of “Doctor Who” is expected to air later this year.The original run of “Doctor Who” spanned 1963 to 1989.
BBC bosses have unveiled who will replace lead Jodie Whittaker in Doctor Who.The news is finally out after months of fans wondering who could follow in the first female Time Lord's almighty footsteps, as 29 year old actor Ncuti Gatwa is set to take over. Posting the news on their official Twitter page Sunday 8 May, the series announced: "The future is here! Ncuti Gatwa is the Doctor," as fans went wild. "Yes!! Love him," one person shrieked in excitement.
The new Doctor Who has been revealed as Scots Sex Education star Ncuti Gatwa.
Former Manchester United defender Paul Parker believes James Ward-Prowse will be valued at around the £100million mark by Southampton amid reports linking him a move to Old Trafford.
David and Georgia Tennant's family home.MORE: David Tennant's wife Georgia sparks comments with cheeky father-daughter momentThe couple's son Wilfred marked his ninth birthday and in honour of the occasion, Georgia shared a snapshot of his incredible cake along with a loving tribute. WATCH: Georgia Tennant's daughter makes her movie debutShe wrote: "Happy 9th Birthday Wilfred! Funniest, kindest and most unique person I know.
EXCLUSIVE: Jack Huston (House of Gucci) has signed on to star alongside Isabelle Fuhrman and Don Johnson in Andy Tennant’s thriller Unit 234, which is currently in production in the Cayman Islands.
David Tennant has finally addressed the speculation he will be returning to Doctor Who.
Stacey Solomon has melted her millions of followers' hearts as she shared an adorable video of her baby daughter saying her first word. The Loose Women star and fiancé Joe Swash welcomed their little girl, Rose, into the world in October.
EXCLUSIVE: Don Johnson (Knives Out) will star alongside Isabelle Fuhrman in Andy Tennant’s thriller Unit 234, which is currently in production in the Cayman Islands.
Martin Freeman, former pro boxer David Haye and punk rock musician Paul Weller. His daughter Deniece, however, will remember him first and foremost as a doting dad, 'who would do anything for anyone'. George was born in the tiny Jamaican town of Chocolate Hole, and was raised by his extended family after his parents moved to Peckham when he was a baby.
A 'disgraceful' paedophile woke a sleeping boy up in a tent before abusing him - making him feel like he was having an 'anxiety attack'. Michael Cullen displayed 'elements of planning and grooming behaviour' before carrying out the abuse, Liverpool Crown Court heard.
EXCLUSIVE: Isabelle Fuhrman (The Novice) has signed on to star in the thriller Unit 234 from director Andy Tennant, which is currently in production in the Cayman Islands.
David Beckham and his daughter Harper Seven Beckham, 10, sit court side at game two Eastern Conference First Round between the Miami Heat and the Atlanta Hawks at FTX Arena on Tuesday (April 19) in Miami, Fla.
David Beckham took to Instagram on Wednesday to share a brand new video of his daughter Harper – and sparked a big reaction in the process.READ: David Beckham jokingly reveals regret over wedding gift for son Brooklyn and wife Nicola PeltzThe proud dad-of-four filmed his ten-year-old daughter as she cheered on the Miami Heat basketball team, and she certainly got involved in the on-court action!A post shared by David Beckham (@davidbeckham)WATCH: David Beckham shares candid new video of daughter HarperHarper, dressed in a basketball shirt, can be seen completely engrossed in the game, cheering and screaming loudly as player Jimmy Butler put some more points on the score board.READ: Nicola Peltz upgrades diamond ring after $3million wedding to Brooklyn BeckhamMORE: Nicola Peltz's wedding gift from David Beckham's mother will melt your heart"What can I say, Harper Seven is a fan of @jimmybutler & the @miamiheat," David captioned the candid footage. Father and daughter have the sweetest bondAmong those to comment on the post was the official Instagram account for Miami Heat, which shared three flame emojis.
David Tennant certainly marked his 51st birthday in style! Both he and his wife Georgia were in Los Angeles over the Easter period with their children, and the couple headed to the trendy Cecconi's for a lavish birthday meal.MORE: David Tennant's wife Georgia seriously divides fans with rare couple photosSharing a snapshot of the Doctor Who star with his mixed berry pavlova, Georgia wrote on Instagram: "Happy Birthday to Mr G Tennant x #paisleymess #fiftyonederful." She also added the hashtags, #LAwithoutahat and #niche.WATCH: David Tennant carries daughter Birdie in adorable clipCelebrity friends and fans alike were quick to comment, with Jennifer Garner writing: "Happy Birthday, Mr. T! [heart emojis]." One fan stated: "Liking for your reflection in the spoon."MORE: Georgia Tennant's dad makes hilarious jibe at David TennantSEE: 10 rare photos of David and Georgia Tennant's five adorable childrenAnother said: "Happy Birthday David, I hope the rumours about you coming back to Doctor Who are true." A fourth post read: "Happy birthday, Sir! I hope you had a wonderful day with your family, and could share a piece of this huge cake with Georgia, just 1 spoon."The couple, who have been married since December 2021, share two sons and three daughters - Ty, 20, Olive, 11, Wilfred, eight, Doris, seven, and two-year-old Birdie.