Ncuti Gatwa: Photos Of The New ‘Doctor Who’ Actor

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May 8, 2022 12:06PM EDT

Ncuti Gatwa is taking over the iconic lead role in the British sci-fi series ‘Doctor Who.’ See all the best photos of the Rwanda-born actor here!

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Ncuti Gatw

Ncuti Gatw — Ncuti Gatwa was announced as the new lead in the iconic British sci-fi series ‘Doctor Who.’ The Rwanda-born actor, who was raised in Scotland, will be taking over as the regenerating Time Lord from Jodie Whittaker, the first female lead of the show who will be stepping down at the end of the current season.

Ncuti will be the first Black actor to lead the British sci-fi show, but he is technically not the first non-white person to play the doctor. During Jodie’s run on the show, Jo Martin played “Fugitive Doctor” in several episodes.

Ncuti currently stars in Netflix’s high school dramedy ‘Sex Education.’ Playing the loveable Eric Effiong, who is openly gay but from a highly religious family, the star was awarded Best Actor Award at the Scottish BAFTA’s in 2020 as well as a nomination for Best Male Performance in a comedy show at this year’s BAFTA’s

Ncuti is seen here at the Virgin Media British Academy Television Awards held at the Royal Festival Hall in London on May 8, 2022.

Click through the gallery to see more photos of the new Doctor Who!

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Ncuti Gatwa At British Academy Scotland Awards,

Ncuti Gatwa At British Academy Scotland Awards, — Ncuti Gatwa attends the British Academy Scotland Awards in 2021. The actor rocked a burnt orange suit for the extravagant affair.

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Ncuti Gatwa Stuns At 2022 Paris Fashion Week

Ncuti Gatwa Stuns At 2022 Paris Fashion Week — Ncuti Gatwa showed off his unique style at the Loewe show at Paris Fashion Week in 2022. He rocked a checkered sweater and a pair of oversized pants for the event.

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Ncuti Gatwa Arrives At London Fashion Week

Ncuti Gatwa Arrives At London Fashion Week — Ncuti Gatwa flaunted his style at the Ozwald Boateng show during London Fashion Week in 2022. His chest was the main attraction as he rocked an open shirt for the event.

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Ncuti Gatwa Arrives At 27th Critics’ Choice Awards

Ncuti Gatwa Arrives At 27th Critics’ Choice Awards — Ncuti Gatwa stole the spotlight at the 27th Critics’ Choice Awards in Los Angeles in 2022. He kept it classy in a tailored, navy suit.

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Ncuti Gatwa Wows In Fringe At Virgin Media British Academy Television Awards

Ncuti Gatwa Wows In Fringe At Virgin Media British Academy Television Awards — Ncuti Gatwa made a statement at the Virgin Media British Academy Television Awards in London 2022. His plunging ensemble laced with fringe stole the show.

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