Variety
·entertainment
·3 hours ago
Peter Capaldi addresses backlash against Ncuti Gatwa and Jodie Whittaker
Peter Capaldi, a former star of 'Doctor Who,' commented on online backlash surrounding Jodie Whittaker and Ncuti Gatwa's castings, saying he doesn't understand why people take the show seriously. Gatwa faced racist and homophobic criticism after his casting, prompting showrunner Russell T Davies to differentiate between online hostility and genuine fan opinions. Capaldi expressed nostalgia for the show's simpler.
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