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Doctor Who actress, who had not announced the birth prior to being spotted with the little one in London, was beaming as she snuggled her newborn, whom she shares with her husband Christian Contreras.Jodie, 39, was spotted out and about with her other half Christian, as the pair met up with The Crown actor Claire Foy.The BBC actress was seen grinning with her adorable newborn strapped to her in a papoose.Jodie keeps her family life quite private and did not choose to officially announce her second child’s arrival. Christian and Jodie first welcomed a daughter back in 2015, whom they keep out of the spotlight.It is not clear exactly when Jodie gave birth, and details such as the name and gender of the couple’s second baby aren’t yet known.The actress also didn’t officially announce her second pregnancy, but it soon became clear on the red carpet at the Brit Awards earlier this year when she walked with her baby bump on show.The sci-fi actress revealed the happy news non-verbally, as she cradled her baby bump in a loose-fitting white and orange dress.Outfit designer Carli Pearson wrote on Instagram: "The beautiful Jodie Whittaker in our custom made beanbag ball dress for #thebritawards2022.“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."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!”Jodie and her husband Christian, who is an American actor, married back in 2008.The pair met while attending drama school, with Christian being known from Zero Dark Thirty and Fury.Jodie rose to fame

Doctor Who and Peep Show.The Pointless presenter met the comedic actress over lockdown and said he is “excited” about their upcoming nuptials.Richard revealed his big news during a sit-down interview with best-selling author Marian Keyes.He confirmed he and Ingrid are set to tie the knot after Marian quizzed him on the subject. "Is it true you are getting married?” Marian asked. Richard replied: “Yes.

Doctor Who fans went wild on Monday night as it was announced that Heartstopper star Yasmin Finney is joining the BBC show as Rose. Yasmin, 18, has soared to fame recently for her role as Elle Argent in hit Netflix series Heartstopper. And now the talented actress is joining Doctor Who as Rose with her scenes set to air in 2023 to coincide with the show's 60th anniversary.Talking about joining the iconic BBC series, Yasmin said: "If anyone would have told 8 year old Yasmin that one day she’d be part of this iconic show, I would have never in a million years believed them.

Doctor Who fans went wild on Sunday night as it was announced that David Tennant and Catherine Tate will return in 2023. David, 51, who played the 10th Doctor, and Catherine, 52, who played Donna Noble, are filming scenes that will air next year to coincide with the show's 60th anniversary celebrations. It comes after it was announced that Sex Education's Ncuti Gatwa will replace Jodie Whittaker as the next Doctor.

BBC as Jodie Whittaker’s Doctor Who replacement, putting an end to speculation from fans of the hit sci-fi series. The 29-year-old actor, who is best known for his performance in Sex Education as Eric Effiong, has since taken to social media to thank the show's previous stars for their "support", revealing he's been left "speechless".Now, Ncuti has revealed that he spoke to current and previous incarnations of the Doctor, Jodie Whittaker and David Tennant.He did so while in attendance at the Virgin Media British Academy Television Awards at the Royal Festival Hall on Sunday, where he was nominated for Male Performance in a Comedy Programme for his role as Eric in Sex Education.Taking to Instagram yesterday, Ncuti heaped praise on his predecessors as he thanked them for their advice at the event.In view of his 2.7 million followers, Ncuti penned: “The Doctor herself, Jodie Whittaker and Mr David Tennant for your beautiful words of support and encouragement on BAFTA day.“I was absolutely c***ing my pants and honestly speaking to you two was priceless.”He went on: “The Doctor Who fam: Russell, all the producers and the wonderful fans have been so gracious and welcoming. I am stunned and speechless at the support.”Ncuti added a series of pictures of himself at the BAFTA event and prefaced his acknowledgement for the fellow actors by warning fans his caption would be “cringe”.He said: “There are a lot of thank you’s in this caption so please excuse the cringe.“But mans feeling hella grateful at the moment… (sic)“Thank you @bafta for continually supporting and recognising the @sexeducation family and myself.

Doctor Strange in the Multiverse of Madness star Benedict Cumberbatch has revealed that he once turned down the opportunity to play a Marvel villain.Before taking on the role of the surgeon-turned-sorcerer, the actor was approached to play Malekith the Accursed in Thor: The Dark World, a part that ultimately went to Doctor Who star Christopher Eccleston.Recalling the offer in an interview with BBC Radio 1, Cumberbatch admitted that he was “flattered” to be “invited to the party” but that he was holding out for “something a bit more juicy.”“[The Doctor Strange role] happened as an idea muted after, funnily enough, another little dance I did for another character in the MCU, a very brief character,” he said.“I was bold enough to say: ‘I’m really flattered to be invited to the party, but I’d rather hold out for something a bit more juicy.’”Cumberbatch explained that his decision to turn down the villainous role was partly down to the fact that he’d just finished playing an antagonist in Star Trek: Into Darkness.The actor portrayed the iconic Star Trek villain Khan in the 2013 film. His casting as Doctor Strange was announced a year later.

BBC series Doctor Who and Sherlock.The science fiction pro has opened up about the “stressful” time he experienced while working on the popular shows, even sharing the advice he gave to the BBC when he exited Doctor Who. Steven, 60, was showrunner of Doctor Who between 2009 and 2017, creating the series which featured Matt Smith as the Eleventh Doctor and Peter Capaldi as the Twelfth Doctor.He took over from legendary screenwriter and showrunner Russell T Davies, who revived the historic British sci-fi show in 2004.While helming the hugely popular time-travelling show, he also teamed up with writer and actor Mark Gatiss to create the BBC’s Sherlock, starring Benedict Cumberbatch. When he was interviewed, Steven revealed he had recently revisited his emails from 2010, which was the year he launched Sherlock and became Doctor Who’s showrunner. He admitted that the intense workload of managing both at the same time feels like a distant memory now, but regrets the way he handled the stress. “All I ever did was work and get grumpy,” he recalled. “I was permanently stressed, upset, faintly cross. “Looking back on it now, I’m like, ‘You were having the year of your life!  “‘You’re never going to have another one like that!’” He also revealed some advice he had shared with the BBC when he finally stepped down from Doctor Who. “When I left, I said to the BBC that the show needs so much more money,” he explained.“There’s a tendency to think of it as The Little Engine That Could, this sweet little thing that does remarkably well. “It’s one of the biggest shows in the world – it should swagger like one,” he told Radio Times. With this in mind, Steven is apparently thrilled that the channel is now throwing its full weight behind the

Jodie Whittaker has been spotted for the first time since her Doctor Who replacement was revealed. The actress, who is currently heavily pregnant with her second child, first debuted her blossoming baby bump at the BRITs in February. Jodie, 39, was seen out in London on Monday 9 May, donning a white shirt, jeans, and trainers, paired with wayfarer sunglasses and a black and white printed shoulder bag.

Sex Education star Ncuti Gatwa will become the 14th actor to play the highly coveted role of Doctor Who, the BBC announced Sunday.

BBC has announced that Sex Education star Ncuti Gatwa is set to play the titular role in Doctor Who.Current Doctor Who star Jodie Whittaker announced her departure from the long-running series last July. She’s set to star in one more episode set to air this autumn to coincide with the centenary of the BBC and rumours about her replacement have been rife.Last year it was reported that Years & Years’ Olly Alexander was in negotiations with the BBC about becoming The Doctor but today it’s been confirmed that Ncuti Gatwa is set to join Doctor Who as the titular Time Lord.The 29-year-old is most well-known for playing Eric Effiong in Netflix’s hugely popular Sex Education.The future is here! Ncuti Gatwa is the Doctor.

BBC bosses have unveiled who will replace lead Jodie Whittaker in Doctor Who.The news is finally out after months of fans wondering who could follow in the first female Time Lord's almighty footsteps, as 29 year old actor Ncuti Gatwa is set to take over. Posting the news on their official Twitter page Sunday 8 May, the series announced: "The future is here! Ncuti Gatwa is the Doctor," as fans went wild. "Yes!! Love him," one person shrieked in excitement.

Express.co.uk.The Midsomer Murders star admitted that she had experienced a rather “naughty tempation” before while on set as her character Fleur, acting opposite DCI John Barnaby star Neil Dudgeon.Annette joined Midsomer Murders back in 2019 as motorbike-riding chief pathologist Fleur Perkins.While Annette only became a part of the show in its 20th season, the ITV hit has now been running for 25 years. When asked what she thinks makes it stand the test of time, Annette replied: “I think it’s quite quirky and English because the deaths are often extraordinary and the fans like that.”Opening up about one particular murder scene featuring “naughty” Fleur, Annette admitted she got an inappropriate temptation during filming.  “One death I’ve had is by chocolate,” Annette recalled, as she referred to the season 20 episode The Lions of Causton.“It was as much as I could do not to break a bit off and eat it,” the actress admitted.She went on to explain that she felt it was “something Fleur might do” but decided against it for a rather peculiar reason.“I thought Fleur might do, but then I had to think, ‘No - of course she’d like dark chocolate.’“‘This person’s been smothered in milk chocolate and she’d prefer dark.’”Reflecting on her mischievous character, she added: “It’s the sort of naughty thing where, if it wasn’t near the body, I thought Fleur might just have a little.”When asked what it was like to be given such a fun role, Annette responded: “It’s brilliant to play an older woman who’s got a very interesting private life and who is very good at her job and can send the blokes up and intrigue them and things. “It’s terrific, you know, and there should be more - and they do exist in real life - characters like that

Doctor Who has released a first look at the feature-length Centenary special and Jodie Whittaker's final episode, which will air later this year. For the first time since the show returned to BBC One in 2005, The Master, the Daleks and the Cybermen will all feature in one single story.

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.

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.

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.

‘‘That’s when Brian Blessed punched me in the face. I got nine stitches.‘‘We were filming the old BBC version of Tom Jones and I was playing a fop in a powdered wig and make-up. “He was playing a squire, from the country.”Brian explained that in the scene, he was attempting to seduce Peter's character's daughter but he got “over-excited” and hit him back too hard when a fight ensued. Peter added that he woke up with two paramedics standing over him. The star was then taken to the hospital with “poor Brian” obviously distraught. Brian, who famously played Flash Gordon, still claims to be haunted by the incident. “I’d been attempting to seduce his daughter - and in the scene he punched me.

Emmerdale fans think they have worked out a sinister twist involving Rhona Goskirk's mother Mary on the ITV soap. Only recently, Mary, played by EastEnders star Louise Jameson, "burst onto the scene" and has already ruffled feathers in the village.

Peaky Blinders’ Arthur Shelby actor Paul Anderson looks a world away from the tough ‘hardman’ role he plays on the BBC drama. The show has just kicked off its sixth and final series with Cillian Murphy’s character Tommy Shelby’s older brother Arthur becoming a fan favourite in the series, which follows the life of a gangster family living in Birmingham in the early 20th century. As perhaps the most brutal of the Shelby clan, Arthur is known for his intense fighting skills and violent behaviour - including beating someone to death with a hammer and killing a child at a boxing match.

Doctor Who star David had been playing the role at Stratford-Upon-Avon's Courtyard Theatre for a several-month run back in 2008.The 37-year-old actress later joked that she had repeatedly taken her seat in the audience "slightly against my will".While it might at first sight have seemed that she was obsessed with the play, she later admitted that she simply didn't know where else to travel."I’d just learnt to drive, and the only place I knew how to drive to was to drive to Stratford," she revealed."I would do it twice a week," she elaborated on the National Treasures podcast with hosts Laura Lexx and Will Duggan."I couldn’t really drive anywhere else. I just knew that road."Then I would be forced to go and watch Shakespeare plays," she joked of the result."Hamlet on repeat is a bit much.