Giancarlo Esposito struck career gold with playing Gustavo Fring in AMC‘s “Breaking Bad” and “Better Call Saul.” He’s everywhere now thanks to that unforgettable villain.
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Doctor Who made a welcome return to TV screens in November, with three 60th anniversary specials and David Tennant returning in the lead role. David, who played the character from 2005 to 2010, came back as as the Fourteenth Doctor in the anniversary episodes, ahead of Ncuti Gatwa taking on the role at Christmas and becoming the Fifteenth Doctor.
The new incarnation comes 60 years after William Hartnell starred as the Time Lord in the debut episode of Doctor Who in 1963. Numerous actors have taken on the role over the years, with Ncuti, 31, being the thirteenth star to do so.
Playing the Doctor is no doubt a privilege, but it also gives the actor's career and bank balance a nice boost. Here, we take a look at the Time Lords who have raked in the cash over the years, from Matt Smith to Jodie Whitaker... Tom Baker Actor Tom, 89, is worth a reported £7.9 million, according to Celebrity Net Worth, thanks to his incredible career.
He was the longest-serving Doctor, having appeared in the role between 1974 and 1981.
Tom, who was the fourth Doctor, reprised the role on a number of occasions after this, in spin-offs and other series. The actor has also appeared in Black Adder II, The Hound Of The Baskervilles and Monarch Of The Glen, and has used his recognisable voice to make money as a narrator and voice actor. Peter Capaldi Also said to be worth £7.9 million is Peter Capaldi, who portrayed the twelfth incarnation of the Doctor.
Peter, 65, took over the role in 2013 and remained on the show until 2017. However, life wasn't always so glam for the actor. He bagged his first acting role in 1983 in Local Hero, but struggled to land big parts for years afterwards.
Giancarlo Esposito struck career gold with playing Gustavo Fring in AMC‘s “Breaking Bad” and “Better Call Saul.” He’s everywhere now thanks to that unforgettable villain.
Good Morning Britain presenter Richard Madeley took a dive into his photo archives and dug out a photo of himself dressed in drag as his wife Judy Finnigan, while chatting to RuPaul’s Drag Race judge Michelle visage. On Wednesday morning's show, Richard and his co-star Susanna Reid were chatting to Michelle about appearing in RuPaul's Dragcon, before Richard shared the stunning snap where he was dressed in drag. Richard said: "They've dug out a picture of me dressed as Judy, my wife," before a picture popped up on the screen of Richard wearing a short blonde wig and a red skirt with a matching red blazer.
The Hunger Games movies, adapted from Suzanne Collins‘ dystopian novels, have left a lasting legacy that we’re still talking about to this day!
Clare Foy is satisfied that her battle over pay for The Crown has paid off for other female actors.
Alex Ritman David Tennant is set to host the BAFTA Film Awards for the first time. The actor — best known for playing Doctor Who — will oversee proceedings during the U.K.’s biggest night for film on Feb. 18 at the Royal Festival Hall in London.
Former Doctor Who actor David Tennant has been set as the host of the 2024 BAFTA Film Awards, which take place February 18 at the Southbank Centre’s Royal Festival Hall in London.
The BBC has brushed off complaints from Doctor Who viewers who argued that the inclusion of Yasmin Finney‘s transgender character Rose was “inappropriate.”
Boardwalk Empire, the HBO crime drama that graced our screens from 2010 to 2014, transported audiences to the Prohibition Era, offering a glimpse into the lives of characters navigating the complex world of Atlantic City’s organized crime.
King Charles III‘s Christmas Day message topped Ncuti Gatwa‘s debut in Doctor Who, dominating the UK ratings charts on December 25.
Following in the coveted footsteps of Billie Piper, Jenna Coleman and Catherine Tate to play Doctor Who's latest assistant, Millie Gibson certainly has a lot to live up to. And while her acting ability has landed her the role alongside Ncuti Gatwa, it seems she has attracted attention for a completely different reason - the scar on her eyebrow.The 19 year old star, who had appeared in Coronation Street, playing the troubled Kelly Neelan in 2019, says she has a very simple explanation. In a recent interview she said: "It’s a scar.
Richard Franklin, known for his roles in ITV's Emmerdale and BBC's Doctor Who, has sadly passed away at the age of 87. He died peacefully in his sleep on Christmas Day. Liam Rudden shared the sad news on behalf of Richard's family, he said "It is with great sadness, that the family of Richard Franklin have asked me to share news of his passing, early this morning.
The TARDIS will head into the vortex in the spring.
Richard Franklin, who is best known for his roles in Doctor Who and Emmerdale, died on early Christmas morning at the age of 87.
TV star Richard Franklin has passed away on Christmas Day at the age of 87.
Ncuti Gatwa will officially take the helm as the 15th Doctor in Doctor Who's Christmas Day episode. He joins the Whoniverse as the first Black actor and first openly queer actor to lead the series.
Ncuti Gatwa will take centre stage as Doctor Who on Christmas Day, joined by Millie Gibson, who will take on the role of the TIme Lord's glam new assistant.The 19 year old will make her debut as Ruby Sunday, the companion to Ncuti's 15th Doctor, in the Christmas special, before joining him for a full series in the spring. Ahead of her brand new TV role, let’s take a look at the young actress’ life off-screen… She is currently loved up with boyfriend Tom Neatis, who she was spotted with in Salerno, Italy earlier this year.Tom owns a music label and she had been leaving sweet comments on his social media posts, dating back to last November - suggesting they have been dating for just over a year now.
Doctor Who star Ncuti Gatwa's journey to stardom hasn't been a walk in the park, as he's battled with depression and homelessness.The Rwandan-Scottish actor, who shot to fame on Netflix's Sex Education, has become the 14th Time Lord, following in the footsteps of Jodie Whittaker, David Tennant, and Matt Smith. But what's the story behind this 31 year old actor? Let's delve into his off-screen life, from his struggles with homelessness to his fight for privacy, breaking stereotypes and the question he's always asked. Born in Rwanda, Ncuti and his family moved to Scotland amidst the 1994 genocide.
The new year is nearly upon us and it’s shaping up to be a hot one in TV land as more and more countries get in on the premium drama series act. Here, we round up 15 of the buzziest titles you’re set to hear much more about over the coming year, from Doctor Who to The Count of Monte Cristo to Netflix Italy’s pornography drama Supersex.
With Not Going Out airing its 100th episode this Christmas, fans are well acquainted with the lives of chaotic couple Lee and Lucy, played by comic Lee Mack and Beyond Paradise ’s Sally Bretton. However, Lee has revealed there was originally a different actress playing his love interest – Doctor Who ’s Catherine Tate. The 55-year-old, who created the sitcom in 2004, revealed that Catherine originally filled the role of Kate in the pilot after the pair performed at the Edinburgh Festival Fringe together.
Whelp, this must be awkward as hell!