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Ncuti Gatwa Exits Doctor Who: 'It Was Time'

7/15/2025

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Gatwa Leaves Doctor Who

Ncuti Gatwa bids farewell to Doctor Who after two thrilling seasons, revealing that physical exhaustion and age played a role in his decision. Reflecting on his journey, he called the experience both challenging and fulfilling, declaring, "It was time." Yet, he leaves fans with a glimmer of hope for a comeback, stating, "Never say never."

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Gatwa Exits Eurovision

Ncuti Gatwa stepped down as the UK jury spokesperson for Eurovision 2025, attributing his exit to a packed schedule. However, whispers of his departure being tied to his support for Palestine surfaced as Israel prepares to participate. In a recent interview, Gatwa emphasized that he had notified the BBC of his decision long before it became public.

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Gatwa Leaves Doctor Who

Ncuti Gatwa bids farewell to Doctor Who after two thrilling seasons, revealing that physical exhaustion and age played a role in his decision. Reflecting on his journey, he called the experience both challenging and fulfilling, declaring, "It was time." Yet, he leaves fans with a glimmer of hope for a comeback, stating, "Never say never."

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