Jodie Whittaker on Doctor Who and Toxic Town

Jodie Whittaker, known for being the first female Doctor in 'Doctor Who', reflected on her tenure, revealing the pressures and sexist criticisms she faced. She felt her performance had implications beyond her, possibly affecting future female leads in traditionally male-dominated roles. Despite backlash from some fans, Whittaker maintained that gender should not impact the role, as she was portraying an alien character. Her casting led 'Doctor Who' to explore diverse representations of the Doctor, evident with the introduction of Jo Martin as another incarnation of the Doctor. Beyond 'Doctor Who', Whittaker has pursued roles in socially impactful dramas, like the Netflix series 'Toxic Town', highlighting her interest in stories centered around social justice.