Doctor Who Gets Its First Gay Time‑Lord: Ncuti Gatwa In The Spotlight
*Do you remember the shock when the BBC decided to mix in a new kind of hero? Two big firsts are happening at the same time: Ncuti Gatwa, already a favorite from Sex Education, steps into the role of the Doctor as the series’ 14th Time‑Lord, and he’s the first openly gay actor to don that iconic TARDIS coat.
How the News Came Out
Neil Patrick Harris, the guy who nailed charisma at Hulu’s “The Marvelous Mrs. Peabody”, spilled the beans on Variety’s Just for Variety podcast. He’s got the inside scoop on what kind of Doctor‑ish vibe we’re going to get.
“He’s a bit more sexier than the previous Doctors, and, get this, the first gay Doctor in the entire show,” Harris says, almost giddy. “He’s mercilessly brilliant, and the whole experience feels fresh.”
A New Era, and a New Big‑Baddie
Rumor has it that showrunner Russell T. Davis from the celebrated miniseries It’s A Sin asked Harris to come aboard the TARDIS. Though we’re still in the dark about the exact role Harris will play, we know he’ll be in the anniversary special as “the greatest enemy the Doctor has ever faced.”
Some “T‑Chicks” for the 14th Season
- Jodie Whittaker: the last episode featuring her will air later this year.
- Ncuti Gatwa: leapfrogging into the Doctor role while also wrapping up his stint on Sex Education sooner or later.
Harris’s Loving Tribute
In the weekend, Harris dropped a playful Instagram snapshot dressed as a Doctor, sporting crooked glasses, a bow tie, and a leather‑strapped apron. The caption read (“Thanks for pulling me into the Whoniverse, %[DV]… I’ll try to do my worst. …who cares?”). It made everyone laugh, moaning that this twist isn’t just cool—it’s downright cooler.
Wrapping Up – What’s Next?
So buckle up: the 14th season is set to premiere soon, whether 2023 or later. Ncuti Gatwa will bring a fresh, ground‑breaking energy to the Doctor’s image, while his return to the 4th season of Sex Education keeps the 2023 entertainment calendar packed.
Enjoy the science‑fiction rollercoaster—this time around, it’s all about love, laughter, and the light‑armed future!
