Ncuti Gatwa is the 14th Doctor Who

Sex Education star Ncuti Gatwa has been named the 14th Doctor Who.

Gatwa will take over the lead role from Jodie Whittaker when she leaves the TARDIS later in 2022.

Gatwa said: "There aren’t quite the words to describe how I’m feeling.

A mix of deeply honoured, beyond excited and of course a little bit scared.

This role and show means so much to so many around the world, including myself, and each one of my incredibly talented predecessors has handled that unique responsibility and privilege with the utmost care.

I will endeavour my utmost to do the same."

Showrunner Russell T Davies spoke more of Gatwa's audition and how he got the part.

"The future is here and it’s Ncuti!

Sometimes talent walks through the door and it’s so bright and bold and brilliant, I just stand back in awe and thank my lucky stars.

Ncuti dazzled us, seized hold of the Doctor and owned those TARDIS keys in seconds. It’s an honour to work with him, and a hoot, I can’t wait to get started.

I’m sure you’re dying to know more, but we’re rationing ourselves for now, with the wonderful Jodie’s epic finale yet to come.

But I promise you, 2023 will be spectacular!"