The new Doctor Who has been revealed as Scots Sex Education star Ncuti Gatwa.
The BBC have announced the Rwandan-Scottish actor will become the 14th Time Lord after Jodie Whittaker announced last July she will be leaving the iconic role.
Ncuti found fame playing Eric Effiong in Netflix's Sex Education, reports the Mirror.
In a statement, the 29-year-old said: “There aren’t quite the words to describe how I’m feeling. A mix of deeply honoured, beyond excited and of course a little bit scared.
"This role and show means so much to so many around the world, including myself, and each one of my incredibly talented predecessors has handled that unique responsibility and privilege with the utmost care.
“I will endeavour my upmost to do the same.
"Russell T Davies is almost as iconic as the Doctor himself and being able to work with him is a dream come true.
“The entire team have been so welcoming and truly give their hearts to the show. And so as much as it’s daunting, I’m aware I’m joining a really supportive family. Unlike the Doctor, I may only have one heart but I am giving it all to this show.”
Ncuti will become the fourth Scottish actor to play the Doctor after Sylvester McCoy, David Tennant and Peter Capaldi.
Whittaker took over the Tardis in 2017 as the first female Doctor.
Queer As Folk and It’s A Sin writer Russell T Davies is returning as the programme’s showrunner after departing the show in 2009.
Davies, who was responsible for Doctor Who’s revival in 2005, will be back to celebrate the show’s 60th anniversary in 2023, the BBC previously said.
He said: “The future is here and it’s Ncuti! Sometimes talent walks through the door and it’s so bright and bold and brilliant, I just stand back in awe and thank my lucky stars.
“Ncuti dazzled us, seized hold of the Doctor and owned those Tardis keys in seconds.
“It’s an honour to work with him, and a hoot, I can’t wait to get started. I’m sure you’re dying to know more, but we’re rationing ourselves for now, with the wonderful Jodie’s epic finale yet to come.
“But I promise you, 2023 will be spectacular!”
The announcement was teased by Davies and Gatwa on Instagram, with a post featuring two heart emojis, a plus symbol and a blue square.
Die hard Doctor Who fans have already rushed to Twitter to share their views on the 14th Doctor.
"That’s well f****n exciting that," one fan tweeted.
"Never heard of him (as it's been with most actors who've played The Doctor), but looking forward to seeing what he brings to the role," another added.
While a third wrote: "This is fantastic news!"
The trailer for Jodie Whittaker's farewell from Doctor Who was released last month, with some exciting inclusions as fans count down to seeing a new face in the role.
Some fans have criticised the show's direction in recent years and many were left disappointed as Hugh Grant confirmed he would not be taking over the role, despite alleged talks.
After Legend of the Sea Devils, some of the old enemies are set to return in the form of the Daleks and the Cybermen, while two companions from the classic Doctor Who - Tegan Jovanka as Janet Fielding and Sophie Aldred as Ace - are ready to make their return.
The Doctor's arch-enemy The Master will return in the shape of Sacha Dhawan, setting up a big finale for Jodie.
Ncuti Gatwa will be the 14th actor to play the part. Here is a list of the stars who have taken on the part so far:
:: William Hartnell (1963-66)
:: Patrick Troughton (1966-69)
:: Jon Pertwee (1970-74)
:: Tom Baker (1974-81)
:: Peter Davison (1982-84)
:: Colin Baker (1984-86)
:: Sylvester McCoy (1987-89)
:: Paul McGann (1996)
:: Christopher Eccleston (2005)
:: David Tennant (2005-2010)
:: Matt Smith (2010-2013)
:: Peter Capaldi (2013-2017)
:: Jodie Whittaker (2018-2022)
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