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Ncuti Gatwa leaves Doctor Who in shock regeneration

Ncuti Gatwa leaves Doctor Who in shock regeneration

Summary

Ncuti Gatwa is leaving the role of the Doctor on Doctor Who after two series. In the series finale, Gatwa's character regenerates into Billie Piper, who is returning to the show and could potentially become the Doctor again. Piper previously played the character Rose Tyler, and her future involvement in the series is hinted at but not fully revealed.

Key Facts

  • Ncuti Gatwa played the Doctor for two series before leaving the show.
  • In the series finale, Gatwa's character regenerates into Billie Piper.
  • Billie Piper originally played Rose Tyler, a companion on Doctor Who.
  • Piper may become the Doctor, but this is not officially confirmed.
  • Piper first appeared on Doctor Who in 2005.
  • Gatwa had the shortest tenure as the Doctor since 2005's Christopher Eccleston.
  • Billie Piper also enjoyed success in TV and theater, including winning awards.

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