Ncuti Gatwa: The New Face of Doctor Who

The Scottish actor is set to take on the iconic role in 2023.

Ncuti Gatwa, best known for his role as Eric Effiong in the Netflix series Sex Education, has been cast as the Fourteenth Doctor in Doctor Who. He will be the first Black actor to play the lead role in the long-running sci-fi series.

Gatwa's casting has been met with mixed reactions. Some fans have expressed excitement at the prospect of a new era for the show, while others have criticized the decision to cast a Black actor in the role.

Gatwa's Response to Critics

In a recent interview, Gatwa addressed the criticism of his casting. He said that he understands that some people may be resistant to change, but he hopes that they will give him a chance to prove himself.

"I know that there are some people who are not going to be happy about this," Gatwa said. "But I hope that they will give me a chance. I'm going to do my best to make them proud."