Who is Doctor Who’s Jodie Whittaker? Everything you need to know about Broachurch actress as she is confirmed as 13th – and first female – Doctor Who ever

Jodie Whittaker has been confirmed as the new Doctor Who  [BBC]

Jodie Whittaker will play the 13th Doctor Who in the new series, becoming the first female to play the iconic role. 

The Broadchurch actress was announced as the new star of hit BBC drama in a much-anticipated advert for Doctor Who’s new series, aired during a break in the Wimbledon finals. 

Doctor Who fans have taken to Twitter to share their delight over the announcement. 

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