Ncuti Gatwa, "Sex Education" star, will take over as next "Doctor Who"

Ncuti Gatwa will take the mantle from Jodie Whittaker on "Doctor Who," the BBC announced Sunday, ending speculation over the iconic Time Lord's next regeneration.

"Sometimes talent walks through the door and it's so bright and bold and brilliant, I just stand back in awe and thank my lucky stars," returning showrunner Russell T Davies said in the broadcaster's release. "Ncuti dazzled us, seized hold of the Doctor and owned those TARDIS keys in seconds."

Gatwa will make his debut as the 14th Time Lord in 2023, according to BBC News.