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Ncuti Gatwa to Star as First Black Male Lead in 'Doctor Who'

Gatwa, known for 'Sex Education', will debut as the Fourteenth Doctor in the Christmas Special alongside new companion Ruby Sunday, played by Millie Gibson.

  • Ncuti Gatwa, known for his role in Netflix's 'Sex Education', has been cast as the Fourteenth Doctor in 'Doctor Who', making him the first Black male lead in the series.
  • Gatwa's first full season as the Doctor is yet to air, but he is already filming his second season, which is expected to air in 2025.
  • Millie Gibson, known for her role in 'Coronation Street', has been cast as the Doctor's new full-time companion, Ruby Sunday.
  • The upcoming 'Doctor Who' Christmas Special, 'The Church on Ruby Road', will be Gatwa's first episode as the sole Doctor and will introduce Gibson's character.
  • Gatwa has expressed uncertainty about his future with the series beyond his second season.
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