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Ncuti Gatwa Becomes the First Black 'Doctor' in Doctor Who
For the first time since 1963, one of the most popular television shows to date is getting its first Black protagonist. Actor Ncuti Gatwa will be taking on the role of the Doctor in the sci-ficlassic television show Doctor Who . Along with being the show's first Black Doctor, Gatwa is also the show's youngest actor to portray the Doctor at just 29 years old. There aren't quite the words to describe how I'm feeling. A mix of deeply honored, beyond excited and of course, a little bit scared, Gatwa stated according to NPR, Unlike the Doctor, I may only have one heart, but I am giving it all to this show. While an official release date for the show is yet to be revealed, fans can expect the show's Season 14 debut to go live in 2023.
Sources: NPR, Inverse
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