Rumour: Omari Douglas “Frontrunner” for 14th Doctor
Their report reads:
Omari Douglas made his TV debut in Channel 4 drama It’s a Sin earlier this year — created by returning Doctor Who boss Russell T Davies.
Doctor Who bosses see Olly Alexander’s It’s A Sin co-star Omari Douglas as frontrunner to replace Jodie Whittaker in the iconic role
A TV insider said: “Omari is the perfect candidate on so many levels, including the fact that the BBC said they’d prefer the Doctor to be played by a non-white actor.
“He has also struck up the kind of close working relationship with Russell that helped Christopher and David get the sought after role.
“And although he’s not quite a household name yet, he’s proved he’s a great actor with a memorable performance in It’s a Sin.”
