Doctor Who writer Russell T Davies has revealed the ‘spectacular operation’ it took to keep Ncuti Gatwa’s casting as the new Time Lord a secret. The Sex Education star was announced as the 14th Doctor earlier this month, taking over from Jodie Whittaker. While he announced the exciting news on the day of the Bafta awards, Ncuti had actually known the role was is since February, and it’s been a secret ever since.
Yasmin Finney of ‘Heartstopper’ Cast as Rose in ‘Doctor Who’
16.05.2022 - 22:45 / thewrap.com
Instagram post, where he explained that keeping Finney’s casting a secret would not be possible due to outdoor filming. “If anyone would have told 8-year-old Yasmin that one day she’d be part of this iconic show, I would have never in a million years believed them,” Finney said in a statement.
“This show has a place in so many people’s hearts, so to be seen as a trans actress by the legend himself Russell, has not only made my year, it’s made my life. I cannot wait to begin this journey and for you all to see how Rose blossoms.
Get ready.”The news of her casting follows the announcement that another Netflix actor, “Sex Education” star Ncuti Gatwa, will be the new Doctor. He’ll take over from current Time Lord, Jodie Whittaker, who was the series’ first female Doctor.Gatwa is the first Black Doctor and Finney is the third transgender actor joining the franchise after Bethany Black as 474 in 2015 and Rebecca Root as companion Tania Bell in the audio series “Stranded,” which revolved around Eighth Doctor Paul McGann.“Doctor Who” fans were also thrilled to hear that Tennant will return as the Tenth Doctor in the upcoming season, as will Catherine Tate, who played his companion Donna Noble.
The website popstar.one is an aggregator of news from open sources. The source is indicated at the beginning and at the end of the announcement. You can send a complaint on the news if you find it unreliable.
dailyrecord.co.uk
26.05.2022 / 14:11
Doctor Who fans think David Tennant's wife Georgia could return for 60th anniversary
Doctor Who fans have speculated over David Tennant's wife Georgia returning to Doctor Who and reprising her role as Jenny.
msn.com
23.05.2022 / 19:17
Doctor Who's Jodie Whittaker gives birth as she cuddles newborn baby during London outing
pregnancy and only confirmed the news that she was expecting when she appeared on the BRIT Awards red carpet with a bump back in February. Gallery: Celebrity moms who embrace being a single parent (StarsInsider)She oozed glamour in an elegant cream and orange gown by luxury British brand Cimone as her baby bump stole the show. The actress and her actor husband welcomed their first child - a girl - in 2015.
ok.co.uk
23.05.2022 / 16:11
Jodie Whittaker gives birth – Doctor Who star welcomes second child
Doctor Who star Jodie Whittaker has welcomed her second child into the world.The happy news of her tot's arrival was confirmed as she was spotted on an outing in London with her The Crown actress friend Clair Foy. Jodie's sighting comes three months after she announced she was pregnant by debuting her baby bump on the red carpet of the Brit Awards in February. Actress Jodie shares her children with her husband Christian Contreras.
msn.com
23.05.2022 / 15:34
Doctor Who star Jodie Whittaker welcomes second child and visits Claire Foy
Amid all the Doctor Who news, Jodie has some news of her own, Metro. co. uk has confirmed, as she and her husband Christian Contreras have welcomed their baby.
msn.com
17.05.2022 / 00:33
Doctor Who: Heartstopper's Yasmin Finney joins cast as Rose for 60th anniversary
returning to Doctor Who, Heartstopper star Yasmin Finney is joining the cast of the beloved sci-fi…as a character named Rose. Yep, you read that right. The actress, who stole (and stopped) hearts as Elle Argent in the Netflix romance, is filming scenes that are due to air in 2023 to coincide with Doctor Who’s 60th anniversary.
justjared.com
16.05.2022 / 21:51
'Heartstopper' Star Yasmin Finney Joins 'Doctor Who' as Rose Tyler!
There’s a new Rose Tyler in town!
ok.co.uk
16.05.2022 / 21:37
Heartstopper's Yasmin Finney joins BBC's Doctor Who as Rose with scenes to air 2023
Doctor Who fans went wild on Monday night as it was announced that Heartstopper star Yasmin Finney is joining the BBC show as Rose. Yasmin, 18, has soared to fame recently for her role as Elle Argent in hit Netflix series Heartstopper. And now the talented actress is joining Doctor Who as Rose with her scenes set to air in 2023 to coincide with the show's 60th anniversary.Talking about joining the iconic BBC series, Yasmin said: "If anyone would have told 8 year old Yasmin that one day she’d be part of this iconic show, I would have never in a million years believed them.
variety.com
16.05.2022 / 21:03
‘Heartstopper’ Breakout Yasmin Finney Joins ‘Doctor Who’ as Rose Tyler
Sasha Urban editorYasmin Finney is joining the cast of “Doctor Who” in the role of the Doctor’s companion Rose Tyler, BBC announced Monday. Her role will debut in 2023, coinciding with the show’s 60th anniversary.“Life on ‘Doctor Who’ gets brighter and wilder, how can there be another Rose?” said “Doctor Who” showrunner Russell T. Davies in a statement.
manchestereveningnews.co.uk
16.05.2022 / 13:55
Doctor Who fans react as 'dream team' Catherine Tate and David Tennant to return
Doctor Who fans have now not only found out who the new Time Lord in the last week but they've also been treated to the news that two favourites are set to make a huge return.
ok.co.uk
15.05.2022 / 22:05
Doctor Who fans go wild as David Tennant and Catherine Tate make huge return
Doctor Who fans went wild on Sunday night as it was announced that David Tennant and Catherine Tate will return in 2023. David, 51, who played the 10th Doctor, and Catherine, 52, who played Donna Noble, are filming scenes that will air next year to coincide with the show's 60th anniversary celebrations. It comes after it was announced that Sex Education's Ncuti Gatwa will replace Jodie Whittaker as the next Doctor.
dailyrecord.co.uk
11.05.2022 / 20:17
Doctor Who fans think Derry Girls' Nicola Coughlan and Ncuti Gatwa drop major hints she's new co-star
Doctor Who fans are getting excited at the prospect of Derry Girls star Nicola Coughlan teaming up with Ncuti Gatwa for the new series.
dailyrecord.co.uk
11.05.2022 / 19:43
Doctor Who fans think Derry Girls' Nicola Coughlan and Ncuti Gatwa dropping major hints she's new BBC co-star
Doctor Who fans are getting excited at the prospect of Derry Girls star Nicola Coughlan teaming up with Ncuti Gatwa for the new series.
ok.co.uk
09.05.2022 / 21:55
Pregnant Jodie Whittaker pictured after Ncuti Gatwa is announced as new Doctor Who
Jodie Whittaker has been spotted for the first time since her Doctor Who replacement was revealed. The actress, who is currently heavily pregnant with her second child, first debuted her blossoming baby bump at the BRITs in February. Jodie, 39, was seen out in London on Monday 9 May, donning a white shirt, jeans, and trainers, paired with wayfarer sunglasses and a black and white printed shoulder bag.