Ncuti Gatwa releases statement about Doctor Who exit as he’s replaced by Billie Piper
Ncuti Gatwa on why he’s handing back Doctor Who’s sonic screwdriver
- Ncuti Gatwa has released a statement about leaving Doctor Who after his character regenerated into Billie Piper during the show's finale.
- Gatwa's departure confirms him as the actor with the second shortest tenure in the role, following Christopher Eccleston, who lasted one season.
- Gatwa expressed gratitude for his time as the Doctor. saying: “This journey has been one that I will never forget and a role that will be part of me forever.”
- Showrunner Russell T Davies thanked Gatwa and welcomed Piper's return, hinting at a new storyline.
- Gatwa's exit from Doctor Who follows his withdrawal from representing the UK at the Eurovision Song Contest and his upcoming role in the West End premiere of Born With Teeth.