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Doctor Who showrunner Chris Chibnall, 52, has urged viewers not to “attack” the BBC.This year marks the 100th year of the BBC and there are plans for special Doctor Who episodes to mark the occasion. The special episodes will air in autumn.The television writer and producer spoke about recent criticism of the BBC, which he doesn’t agree with.Chris said he had “no idea” why someone would criticise the BBC.He explained: “I have no idea why you would want to bash the BBC.”Chris continued to describe the huge variety of shows created by the broadcaster.He said: “Look at the amazing drama and entertainment they still pump out – The Tourist, Time, Strictly…”The 52-year-old also urged readers not to take the BBC “for granted”.He continued: “Everybody likes to attack it until we have a pandemic or a massive war and then everyone asks, ‘Can you tell us the truth, please?’ and the BBC does that.“We should never take it for granted.”Chris spoke about the fears he had that the pandemic would be an obstacle in terms of filming Jodie Whittaker’s final episodes.Jodie, 39, plays the current Doctor on the show, but she has announced that she will be leaving the show later this year.Chris has also announced his plans to leave the show later in the year.He will be replaced by Russell T.

Jodie Whittaker’s baby bump is well and truly growing following the actress’ pregnancy announcement earlier this year.The Doctor Who star, 39, showcased her blossoming belly as she ran errands in London this Thursday.Dressed in casual attire, the Time Lord looked super comfy in an oversized camel-coloured jacket, white sweater and black joggers. She wore shades while enjoying the spring sunshine and swept her hair back into a low ponytail.Jodie is currently expecting her second child with husband Christian Contreras, after welcoming their first daughter in 2015.

ACTRESS Jodie Whittaker took the role of the famous time and space traveller in 2017. But in a post shared on Twitter, CBeebies announced another famous face would be given the role in the show.

Doctor Who actress Jodie Whittaker was spotted showing off her growing baby bump as she stepped out in London, nearly two months after first revealing she was pregnant at the BRITs.The 39 year old northern star was bundled up as she cut a serious figure ready to run some errands. Carrying some bits and bobs in her hands, Jodie also held a water bottle close to her chest as she stepped out in the city.The star opted for a camel-coloured oversized coat for the outing, and kept warm in a white high-necked casual sweater, her bump on display. Get exclusive celebrity stories and fabulous photoshoots straight to your inbox with OK!'s daily newsletter.

Hugh Grant is separating fact from fiction regarding those “Doctor Who” rumours.

Twitter to hit back at claims that he could be stepping up as the new Doctor Who following Jodie Whittaker's departure later this year.The award-winning actor, 61, was quick to respond to rumours that he is set to become the 14th Doctor in the popular BBC sci-fi series.In view of his 736,400 followers, the Love Actually star broke his silence on the matter.Hugh wrote: "Nothing against Dr W but I’m not."No idea where the story came from," he added.It comes as The Daily Mirror reported that the Four Weddings and a Funeral actor could be fronting Doctor Who's "Marvel-style makeover" to pilot the TARDIS later this year.Ahead of the BBC show's 60th anniversary in 2023, showrunner Russell T Davis is returning to the sci-fi series, and reports claimed he was "keen" for the actor to bring a "fresh feel" to the role.The insider claimed to the publication: "[Hugh] offers many attributes – great actor, British, award-winning, Hollywood A-lister and excellent at comedy."Conversations are in progress."They went on: "The vision is that the show can be a Marvel-like product, building franchises around the Doctor and other key characters in his many lives."Hugh was reportedly previously offered the role of the timelord by screenwriter and producer Davis back in 2004.However, the director claimed to Digital Spy that the offer "never got past his agent".He told the publication: "Literally, I've wanted to work with Hugh Grant for decades."We did ask him to be Doctor Who in 2004. I have to say, that never got past his agent.

Hugh Grant might be taking over the iconic role of Doctor Who, according to some new reports.

Hugh Grant is in secret talks to play Doctor Who in a daring BBC move to rebuild ratings.

Hugh Grant is in secret talks to play Doctor Who in a mega-money move to rebuild ratings. The Four Weddings And A Funeral star is being wooed by screenwriter Russell T Davies, who is returning to the flagging BBC show.

EastEnders - and even made it big on the silver screen in Angela's Ashes. Fans of BBC sci-fi series Doctor Who were stunned to see her pop up in an episode featuring Jodie Whittaker as the Doctor, appearing as one character's mum via a FaceTime call.Shocked fans took to Twitter at the time, with one posting: "I can already tell the episode has peaked!" alongside a GIF of Mrs Doyle.Someone else echoed: "Mrs Doyle in Eve of the Daleks! Ah go on go on go on!"Pauline said of her other roles: "There used to be this notion that I was trying to get away from Father Ted and Mrs Doyle.

BBC series, Who Do You Think You Are? In a new interview, the comedian, 60, branded the celebrities who appear on the show "actors", before hitting out at them for becoming emotional as they uncovered their family's past.In a new interview, the funnyman mocked celebs for breaking down on the hit BBC show.The Netflix star openly mocked the displays of emotion, adding that the individuals never got to meet their ancestors.Speaking about the programme, he said: "I like the way the actors cry."Like, 'Your great, great, grandmother, she was a sad little...'"You didn't know her!" he quipped."You might as well cry for your great, great, great... or go back to when we were chimps."You didn't know her!"It was 200 years ago.

Ricky Gervais has poked fun at celebrities who blub on Who Do You Think You Are?The comic thinks it’s ridiculous that they get so emotional about ancestors they have never met.He said: “I like the way the actors cry. Like, ‘Your great great grandmother, she was a sad little…’“You didn’t know her.

David Tennan t and Peter Capaldi are hotly tipped to be returning to Doctor Who as the time travelling sci-fi show looks forward to its 60th anniversary.

Celebrity Net Worth, Jodie is worth an eye-watering $6 million (or £4. 3 million). She kicked off her acting career after she graduated from Guildhall School of Music and Drama and starred in The Storm at Shakespeare's Globe in 2005.

Doctor Who star Jodie Whittaker has given some insight into her sex life with actor husband Christian Contreras.The sci-fi actress revealed she was pregnant last week when she showed off her blossoming baby bump at the BRIT Awards. Jodie, 36, and husband Christian, 35, are expecting their second child. The pair already share one six-year-old daughter, who was born back in 2015. The BBC actress gave a brief nod to their sex life in a 2018 interview with The Guardian. The star also shared a number of other interesting tidbits, including her best kiss and ultimate guilty pleasure.When asked by the interviewer how often she has sex with Christian, Jodie simply replied: “Whenever I want”. While the pair have only been married since 2008, Jodie admitted that the best kiss she has ever experienced came along years before. “What was the best kiss of your life?” the interviewer asked, to which Jodie responded: “On a balcony in Hackney on a New Year’s Eve in the 2000s.”She also admitted that her guiltiest pleasure was “drinking wine every day”. “I have half a bottle a day,” she said.

Speculation is rife for who will be taking on the role of Doctor Who as Jodie Whittaker is due to step out of the Tardis for good later this year.

THE Crown's Emma Corrin, Olly Alexander and Pose's Billy Porter lead the way as the star-studded British LGBT Awards shortlist is revealed. The actress, who plays Princess Diana in Netflix's royal drama, Years and Years singer Olly and US star Billy feature in the Celebrity of the Year category.

Debuting her baby bump! Jodie Whittaker stylishly revealed her pregnancy news while walking the Brit Awards 2022 red carpet.

Doctor Who lead Jodie Whittaker is expecting her second child with husband Christian Contreras. Mother to a six-year-old daughter, the actress announced this heartwarming news by cradling her baby bump on the BRIT Awards red carpet on Tuesday (February 8).

Jodie Whittaker is having another baby!

the 2022 BRIT Awards in London, England, on Tuesday.After the star walked the carpet, CIMONE designer Carli Pearson shared that the expectant star's look — a flowy white-and-orange dress -- was made with her pregnancy in mind. «The beautiful #jodiewhittaker in our custom made beanbag ball dress for #thebritawards2022 @britawardsinc — the dress is all made from end of life materials and was created specifically to incorporate her pregnancy, while allowing Jodie to retain her sense of self,» Pearson's Instagram post read. «We’ve worked with Jodie before and love the energy she brings to our pieces… for this occasion, we wanted to make something both structured and yet playful — and this is the result! Photograph taken just before Jodie headed off to the awards, looking glowing and glorious courtesy of @tahira_makeup and @soobroyhair - Styling by the brilliant @hel.sykes — with jewellery courtesy of @larkandberry and @lovenesslee #doctorwho #snowglobedress #staticeneegy #embroidered #redcarpet #pregnancy #repurposed #endoflife #britawards #britpresenter.» The star and Contreras are already parents to one child together. She and the fellow actor have been married since 2008. Whittaker made history in 2017 when the BBC and BBC America announced that she would be playing the 13th Doctor on. It was the first time in the series' over 50-year history that a woman would be playing the title role.