Peter Capaldi praises ‘fantastic’ choice of Jodie Whittaker as 13th Doctor
Whittaker is the first female to take on the role.
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Doctor Who star Peter Capaldi has labelled his successor in the role of Time Lord a “wonderful actress”.
Jodie Whittaker was named the 13th Doctor on Sunday and will take over from Capaldi from this year’s Christmas special.
“She has above all the huge heart to play this most special part. She’s going to be a fantastic Doctor.”
Whittaker, 35, is the first female to take on the role.
