The new companion will be playing with the 15th Doctor during the Children in Need telethon. The character's name is Ruby Sunday, but no details were given about it.
He said in a statement that he was honored to be cast as the Doctor's companion. It is a gift of a role, and a dream come true, and I will do everything I can to fill the boots of my predecessors. I can't wait to start doing that because I'm by the wonderful Ncuti Gatwa's side.
Doctor Who will be back in November 2023 for a trio of anniversary specials, featuring David Tennant as the 14th Doctor, Catherine Tate as returning companion Donna Noble, and Heartstopper's Yasmin Finney as Rose. The 15th Doctor is expected to be introduced at the end of the specials and will appear over the festive period in season 14.
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