After months of rumors and endless speculation, the BBC has announced that 21-year-old actress Karen Gillan will be the new companion when “Doctor Who” returns for its fifth series next year.
Gillan appeared on “Doctor Who” in series four as one of the soothsayers in “The Fires of Pompeii.”
“The show is such a massive phenomenon. I can’t believe I am going to be a part of it,” Gillan said. “Matt Smith is an incredible actor and it is going to be so much fun to act alongside him. I can’t wait!”
“We saw some amazing actresses for this part, but when Karen came through the door the game was up,” said producer Stevan Moffat. “Funny, and clever, and gorgeous, and sexy. Or Scottish, which is the quick way of saying it. A generation of little girls will want to be her. And a generation of little boys will want them to be her too.”
There is no word yet on character details or the name of the new companion.
Hmm… a new redhead. Donna: The Next Generation? (I’d be totally cool with that, by the way.) She looks to be a bit of a newcomer, but I trust Stephen and the gang to do right by the fans. I had no idea who any of the previous companions were before they were on Who either.
The Grand Moff hasn’t steered us wrong yet. If he says she’s awesome, then she’s awesome.
great. another ugly redhead. although her looks are appropriate for the new kid they picked to replace the last good actor to play the doctor.
she looks like she should be working at walmart. or peter jones,depending on which side of the pond you’re on.
She’s not ugly! She looks ace!
Found some cool pics of Karen on Youtube if you’re interested? http://www.youtube.com/user/TheWebNemesis