The iconic Ncuti Gatwa from Sex Education will be the new Doctor Who!
- Publish date
- Monday, 9 May 2022, 10:51AM

The beautiful Nucti Gatwa will be the 14th Doctor Who and we couldn't be happier!
He's a fan favourite from the show 'Sex Education', from his iconic lines to his contagious laugh, the 29-year-old Scottish actor is taking on a huge role.
The future is here! Ncuti Gatwa is the Doctor. ❤️❤️➕🟦 #DoctorWho
— Doctor Who (@bbcdoctorwho) May 8, 2022
Read more here ➡️ https://t.co/KoxPmoNAdL pic.twitter.com/peKsH6gCjI
Fans of the actor are already reading up on the show's history so they can be a part of the show's magic.
I’ve never been a big Doctor Who watcher but Ncuti Gatwa being cast as the next Doctor has actually resulted in me actively wanting to watch it.
— Josie 🌳 (@OptimistKindOf) May 8, 2022
I could care less for Doctor Who cuz I've never watched it but Ncuti Gatwa is phenomenally talented. He is my favorite part of Sex Education. This is a huge win for him and everybody. I might actually check out #DoctorWho!
— Dat_hispanic_guy (@justincaseitwee) May 8, 2022
Here's what Ncuti had to say about this HUGE role on the BAFTAs red carpet.
"It's been emotional!" Ncuti Gatwa is feeling the love after his Doctor Who news was revealed 😍 #VirginMediaBAFTAs pic.twitter.com/LcI1cP7UO6
— BAFTA (@BAFTA) May 8, 2022
Is anyone else hoping he'll slip in 'you dirty pig?'
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