Ncuti Gatwa Leaves Doctor Who After Two Seasons

Ncuti Gatwa, the first Black lead in Doctor Who, has confirmed his departure from the series after two seasons, citing the intense physical, emotional, and mental demands of the role. Gatwa described the job as 'the most amazing' but also 'strenuous,' humorously noting he felt 'old' and 'tired' at 32. His final episode, which included a surprise regeneration into Billie Piper, sparked controversy among fans and criticism of character and storyline decisions. During Gatwa's tenure, ratings reportedly declined and the show faced backlash for politically charged plots. He clarified that his withdrawal as the UK's Eurovision spokesperson was due to work commitments, not political reasons. Gatwa is now focusing on ballet, stage work, and other projects but has left open the possibility of a return.