Radio Times have just released their top 100 TV figures for 2022 and an impressive NINE of these are prominent Doctor Who members. Straight in at number 1 is Ncuti Gatwa (the new 15th Doctor) followed by Jodie Whittaker (Doctor 13) at number 21. Lenny Henry (Daniel Barton, “Spyfall”) is at 52. Another Doctor (10 and 14) David Tennant is at number 55 with The Master actor Sacha Dhawan at number 58. Doctor 11 Matt Smith is listed at number…
AN OLD police phone box which resembles the TARDIS from classic sci-fi show Doctor Who has become a much-loved historical landmark in the city. Now Grade II listed, the Somerton TARDIS was one of four police phone boxes deployed in the city and once contained war time early warning sirens and a light on top that flashed to indicate an incoming call. It is hard to believe the boxes were once disregarded as ‘unsightly’ by the then council and there were calls…
Channel 5 are to explore Doctor Who’s “secrets and scandals” in a new 90-minute documentary. The documentary was provisionally due to air over Easter, however it’s understood that plans have changed and this has now been pushed back. No further details are available. Channel 5 to explore #DoctorWho's "secrets and scandals" in new 90-minute documentary. More details:https://t.co/Np4rmlVCdP — TV Zone (@tvukzone) March 29, 2023
It was with great sadness that this morning we heard about the sad death of Paul O’Grady, known to millions for his altar ego Lilly Savage, for hosting “Blankety Blank” and For The Love Of Dogs, however Paul does also have a link with Doctor Who, as he appeared in a cameo playing himself during the 2008 story “Stolen Earth” alongside Dave Tennant. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yTDVFhXZxtk He also played “The Doctor” in a parody sketch as part of The Lilly Savage Show…
The creator of podcast drama Doctor Who: Redacted has claimed she was dropped from the show, amid reports of a second season being in the works for BBC Sounds. The series, which debuted last year, followed university dropouts Cleo, Abby and Shawna, who maintain a long-distance friendship by making a podcast about conspiracy theories – including one about a certain blue box. They soon find themselves wrapped up in a supernatural conspiracy as anyone with ties to the Doctor begins to disappear…
Doctor Who star David Tennant has given fans another look at his Fourteenth Doctor costume in new photos for Red Nose Day — and it looks absolutely glorious. The actor, who played the Tenth Doctor, has returned to the show to star in the 60th anniversary specials alongside co-star Catherine Tate (Donna Noble). Now, ahead of his return to host Red Nose Day, Tennant has posed alongside Comic Relief co-founder Lenny Henry in a whole host of epic snaps. One of the photos shows him recreating his regeneration in The Power of…
This year, Red Nose Day is set to be sweeter than ever, giving the Red Nose Nation the opportunity to win incredible objects from some of the BBC’s best known programmes, including EastEnders, The Traitors, Waterloo Road, Killing Eve, The Apprentice: You’re Fired and of course Doctor Who. The initiative was announced in a trail fronted by Sharon Horgan and Lenny Rush, who revealed some of the amazing objects on offer. Items up for grabs include Pat Butcher’s earrings, Luther’s…
Remembering those whom we lost from the worlds of Doctor Who this year. Includes a small number from before 2022 whose deaths only came to light this year. With thanks to Toby Hadoke
GNR is saddend to hear of the death of the writer Chris Boucher who Doctor Who fans will be familiar as the writer of three classic Doctor Who stories from the Tom Baker ear (1977) Chris Boucher (born 1943) was a British television screenwriter, script editor and novelist. He is known for his frequent contributions to two genres, science fiction and crime fiction, and worked on the series Doctor Who, Blake’s 7, Shoestring, Bergerac, The Bill and Star Cops. Farewell Chris Boucher – a genius. His honest take on…
Richard Osman married Ingrid Oliver in a ‘magical’ ceremony on Saturday. The Pointless star, 52, took to Instagram today to share a picture from their big day, which showed the newlyweds beaming while walking hand in hand. Ingrid, 44 – who is best known for her role as Petronella Osgood in Doctor Who – looked sensational in her bridal gown, which featured puffball sleeves and a mermaid hemline. The most magical, joyful day on Saturday with my beautiful wife @ingridoliver100. Surrounded by wonderful…