Doctor Who star Ncuti Gatwa issues heartfelt message to fans after shock exit
The 32-year-old actor gutted (and surprised) fans after regenerating into returning star Billie Piper at the end of his season two finale on Saturday night after a dramatic conclusion to his and Belinda's eight-episode arc.
This meant that after only two seasons, much to the dismay of Whovians everywhere, we had to say goodbye to his Doctor after only 16 episodes and two-and-a-half specials.
Especially since his exit from the show was not announced beforehand – as is usually the case when one Doctor is set to leave – it made it even more of a plot twist.
In an official Instagram post he shared images with his two companions Ruby Sunday and Belinda Chandra (Millie Gibson and Varada Sehtu)
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He wrote: 'Three queens of the sky… https://www.instagram.com/p/DKXJt9diQ0Q/?igsh=MXJodWhnbDJxZndibw%3D%3D
'Twas an experience like no other and thank God we were by eachothers side. There aren't quite the words for how much you both mean to me but I am so grateful I got the opportunity to work, learn from and laugh with you both everyday.
You're both just simply incredible and it has been nothing short of a blessing to share this journey with both of you.
Ruby Sunday and Belinda Chandra will live in mine and the Whoniverse hearts forever.
Also shout out to the CAPTAIN of all 15's companions. Captain Poppy. Ultimate top dog of this season!
(lil Sienna brought so much life and magic to us all on set )
I love you guys. We did it
After the official BBC Doctor Who actor uploaded a picture of Gatwa as the Doctor in the Tardis with the caption of two broken hearts (as a nod to the Time Lord's unique physiology) and a fire emoji, the Sex Education star reposted it on his Instagram story.
He added the caption: 'Thank you for it all, 15,' with a rocket emoji.
The episode also involved his former companion Ruby Sunday (Millie Gibson) who shared her own farewell message on Instagram of the image of the two of them across their shared episodes.
'Nothing can put into words the experience we've shared. I am forever grateful to have been a part of it and watched you bloom into the fabulous Doctor the world has got to know and adore.
You have made this incredible character even more special with who you are and how good you wear clothes.
'You're my forever friend and doctor and I'll be here cheering you on watching you on your further successes with every new companion you meet along the way ;) More Trending
'Thank you for taking me to the stars. Love, Ruby roo,' she wrote.
Gatwa also reposted this, saying: 'My Ruby Roo.'
Elsewhere in the heartbreaking finale, he shared a scene with 13th Doctor Jodie Whittaker adding that it 'was beyond a flipping honour and joy to work with legendary Jodie'.
In an official BBC statement
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