BBC responds to speculation that Jodie Whittaker is leaving ‘Doctor Who’
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nme.comDoctor Who.According to The Mirror, Whittaker, who portrays the 13th Doctor and first ever female Time Lord, is planning to depart the TARDIS after the show’s upcoming 13th series, while showrunner Chris Chibnall will remain.If true, Whittaker’s departure would see her follow in the footsteps of iconic Doctors such as Matt Smith and Peter Capaldi who have both left after filming three series of the sci-fi drama.In a statement issued to Digital Spy, the BBC responded: “We won’t be commenting on any speculation around Jodie’s future on the show.”According to The Mirror’s initial report, Whittaker is said to be leaving the iconic show in order to tackle a selection of other roles.An insider told the publication: “It’s all very hush-hush but.
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