Doctor Who actress Millie Gibson has issued an emotional statement on Instagram as Ncuti Gatwa's final scenes as the Doctor were aired last night. Gibson, who has played the role of Ruby Sunday, stood beside Gatwa as the timelord's companion as he made his debut as the 15th Doctor.

To the shock of fans, Ncuti Gatwa regenerated in Doctor Who's series finale yesterday, but the surprise face who replaced him in the TARDIS may not be what it seems.

Speaking of Ncuti’s departure, Russell T Davies, Showrunner said: "What a Doctor! Thank you, Ncuti! 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."