Actress who played the first female Doctor will exit the BBC series after a trio of 2022 specials.
Showrunner Chris Chibnall is also departing the time travel series.
“So now our shift is done, and we’re handing back the TARDIS keys.
Jodie Whittaker on BBC’s “Doctor Who.".Casey Crafford/BBC America/BBC Studios
Jodie’s magnificent, iconic Doctor has exceeded all our high expectations.
I can’t imagine working with a more inspiring Doctor so I’m not going to!”
“And I cannot thank Chris enough for entrusting me with his incredible stories.
We knew that we wanted to ride this wave side by side and pass on the baton together.
So here we are, weeks away from wrapping on the best job I have ever had.
I don’t think I’ll ever be able to express what this role has given me.
I will carry the Doctor and the lessons I’ve learnt forever.
I know change can be scary and none of us know what’s out there.
That’s why we keep looking.
The Universe will surprise you.
The show’s next, six-episode season will air on BBC America later this year.
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