Several former Doctor Who cast members have sent messages to the show’s new star Pearl Mackie welcoming her to the Whoniverse.
The actress was officially revealed on Saturday as the Doctor’s latest companion, Bill.
Here are some of the tweets sent over the weekend…
@Pearlie_mack ✨✨Have fun!! Xx
— Freema Agyeman (@FreemaOfficial) April 24, 2016
So excited to see The Doctor has a new pal!!!! — Karen Gillan (@karengillan) April 24, 2016
@Pearlie_mack Yo! Congrats on the the role. Enjoy the ride.
— Noel Clarke (@NoelClarke) April 24, 2016
@Pearlie_mack a huge welcome to the wonderful world of who ! I call it the DW kiss !!xxxx — KatyManning Official (@ManningOfficial) April 24, 2016
Both of these faces make me happy. https://t.co/Xy4UOhohre
— Ingrid Oliver (@ingridoliver100) April 23, 2016
Pearl Mackie looks amazing xxx wishing her joyous times — Louise Jameson (@Lou_Jameson) April 24, 2016
Huge congratulations to @Pearlie_mack on her #doctorwhocompanion Call up… You’ve just got me excited! #DoctorWho
— Joivan Wade (@JoivanWade) April 23, 2016
Peter Capaldi also commented: “It is a genuine delight to welcome Pearl Mackie to Doctor Who. A fine, fine actress with a wonderful zest and charm, she’s a refreshing addition to the TARDIS and will bring a universe of exciting new possibilities to The Doctor’s adventures.”
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Season 10 is expected to begin filming next month and will air on BBC One in spring 2017.
> Here’s everything we know so far about Season 10.
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