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BILLIE PIPER HAS BROKEN HER SILENCE FOLLOWING THE SHOCKING EVENTS OF THE DOCTOR WHO SEASON 39 FINALE, WHICH SAW NCUTI GATWA'S DOCTOR REGENERATE INTO THE ICONIC STAR ANNABAL BAGDI Senior

reporter and SIMON COYLE Content editor | Head of search 14:25, 01 Jun 2025 Billie Piper has tantalisingly teased her potential role as Doctor Who after Ncuti Gatwa's shocking exit in

the gripping season finale on Saturday. The show stunned audiences as Ncuti bid farewell to his portrayal of the enigmatic Doctor, with the thrilling two-part finale drawing to a close amid

intense drama and moral dilemmas. Viewers witnessed an emotional climax as the Doctor faced off with the crafty Rani. This culminated in a tear-jerking goodbye to Belinda Chandra, played by

Varada Sethu, accompanied by the touching line: "I hope you'll see me again, but not like this." In a startling revelation, Billie emerged post-regeneration, leaving fans to

wonder if she will, in fact, embody the Doctor in the future. Despite the closing credits introducing 'Billie Piper', the programme kept fans guessing by withholding confirmation

that she would be the next Doctor, simply sparking further speculation with 'Introducing Billie Piper', reports the Mirror. Article continues below READ MORE: MET OFFICE VERDICT ON

UK HEATWAVE AS HOT SUMMER PREDICTED Famous within the Doctor Who lore as Rose Tyler since 2005 alongside Christopher Eccleston, Piper could well become the next female to helm the iconic

role after Jodie Whittaker's groundbreaking turn. Following her stint on the latest episode, Billie expressed her love for the show in a statement saying: "It's no secret how

much I love this show, and I have always said I would love to return to the Whoniverse as I have some of my best memories there, so to be given the opportunity to step back on that TARDIS

one more time was just something I couldn't refuse, but who, how, why and when, you'll just have to wait and see." After the recent Doctor Who airing, Billie also shared an

enigmatic message on Instagram comprised of eight words: "A rose is a rose is a rose! ! !" She complemented the cryptic caption with nostalgic photos from her stint as Rose Tyler,

the Doctor's companion. Meanwhile, the BBC broadcast a touching statement from Ncuti Gatwa, who shared his feelings about departing the legendary role, stating: "You know when you

get cast, at some point you are going to have to hand back that sonic screwdriver and it is all going to come to an end, but nothing quite prepares you for it." He also looked back on

his time portraying the Doctor, adding: "This journey has been one that I will never forget, and a role that will be part of me forever. There are no words to describe what it feels

like to be cast as the Doctor, nor are there words to explain what it feels like to be accepted into this iconic role that has existed for over 60 years and is truly loved by so many across

the globe." Ncuti expressed his heartfelt gratitude to the fans, stating: "The fans are truly the final character and beating heart of this show and I can't thank the

Whoniverse, and the Whovians, enough for welcoming me in, and making this such a touching experience." He also acknowledged his inevitable departure, adding: "I've loved every

minute of it, but now is the time to hand over the keys to that beloved blue box and let someone else take control and enjoy it every bit as much as I have." Ncuti concluded his

statement by expressing his lasting connection to the series, saying: "I'll truly miss it, and forever be grateful to it, and everyone that has played a part in my journey as the

Doctor." Article continues below Russell T Davies, the showrunner of Doctor Who, paid tribute to Ncuti's performance, praising: "What a Doctor! Thank you, Ncuti!". He

continued: "As his final words say, this has been an absolute joy, and the team in Cardiff and everyone who has worked on this show for the past few years, are so lucky to have been

part of Ncuti's great adventure as he shoots off to stratospheric new heights."