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Ncuti Gatwa Steps Back from Doctor Who Role

7/15/2025

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Ncuti Gatwa, who brought the Fifteenth Doctor to life in Doctor Who, has stepped away after two seasons, revealing that the intense demands of the role left him physically drained. While he hinted at a potential comeback, he also had to forgo participating in the Eurovision Song Contest due to his packed schedule.

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Ncuti Gatwa, who brought the Fifteenth Doctor to life in Doctor Who, has stepped away after two seasons, revealing that the intense demands of the role left him physically drained. While he hinted at a potential comeback, he also had to forgo participating in the Eurovision Song Contest due to his packed schedule.