Doctor Who: Jo Martin becomes first BAME actor to play the Doctor

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Doctor Who: Jo Martin becomes first BAME actor to play the Doctor
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The surprise introduction of the first Doctor of colour thrills fans – but raises questions about exactly where she fits into the Whoniverse

After 56 years on our screens, Doctor Who made history on the weekend by casting the first BAME actor in the lead role, with Fugitive of the Judoon introducing Jo Martin as the Doctor.

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