Rose Ayling-Ellis Joins Doctor Who Cast

Rose Ayling-Ellis, the first deaf winner of Strictly Come Dancing, will guest star in the upcoming 2025 season of Doctor Who alongside Ncuti Gatwa. Showrunner Russell T Davies praised her performance as 'astonishing', highlighting her ability to embody 'terror, anger, and bravery' in one of the show's most frightening episodes. Ayling-Ellis expressed her excitement, stating that being cast in Doctor Who fulfills a childhood dream. She has previously made history in the entertainment industry, becoming the first deaf actress to play a deaf character in EastEnders and hosting live sports at the Paralympic Games. The series will air on BBC One and Disney+ and promises a thrilling collaboration among a talented cast, including returning companion Millie Gibson. This marks yet another milestone in Ayling-Ellis's career, which has included various groundbreaking roles and accolades.