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Doctor Who Composer Reveals Unchosen Exit in 2017

11/15/2025

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Murray Gold, the Doctor Who composer, disclosed that his 2017 departure from the show was not his choice.
He joined Doctor Who in 2005 with showrunner Russell T Davies and worked there until 2017.
Segun Akinola took over after his exit, and Gold returned for the 60th anniversary specials in 2023.
The release of Gold's long-awaited season 10 soundtrack is confirmed, with a date pending.

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Murray Gold, the Doctor Who composer, disclosed that his 2017 departure from the show was not his choice.
He joined Doctor Who in 2005 with showrunner Russell T Davies and worked there until 2017.
Segun Akinola took over after his exit, and Gold returned for the 60th anniversary specials in 2023.
The release of Gold's long-awaited season 10 soundtrack is confirmed, with a date pending.