Doctor Who's Ncuti Gatwa Leaves Role After Two Series

Ncuti Gatwa has concluded his two-series tenure as the Doctor on the BBC's Doctor Who, with his final scenes airing in the season finale where the Doctor sacrificed himself to save a young girl. Gatwa expressed deep gratitude and emotional reflection on the role, highlighting the iconic nature of the character and the supportive fanbase known as the Whoniverse. His departure has ended speculation about his return and follows his unexpected withdrawal from delivering the UK jury votes at Eurovision, which sparked online speculation related to his political views. The finale also featured a surprising regeneration of Gatwa's Doctor into Billie Piper, who returned as Rose Tyler, and included appearances from former Doctor Jodie Whittaker, opening possibilities for future storylines. Despite claims from some sources that Gatwa was removed due to declining ratings and controversy, official statements focused on his personal decision to move on from the role. Gatwa's portrayal earned critical acclaim, including a BAFTA Cymru Best Actor award, underscoring his impactful contribution to the series.