BBC has announced today Ncuti Gatwa as the next star of 'Doctor Who,' replacing Jodie Whittaker.

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The 29-year-old actor will be the 14th Time Lord on the popular science fiction show.

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Ncuti Gatwa Is the first non-white performer to play the lead role.

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The Scottish actor from Rwanda is famous for Netflix's sitcom Sex Education.

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While talking to BBC news, Gatwa expressed his gratitude for the role and the institution.

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He also said that he would try his best and feel very grateful to have had the baton handed over.

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Gatwa had a "blazing" audition, according to showrunner Russell T Davies.

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