Walesonline is reporting: David Tennant's popular tenure of the Tardis may have ended but the BBC last night said it remains “hugely committed” to the Doctor Who brand.
The Scottish star’s final outing as the Time Lord attracted more than 10 million viewers on New Year’s Day.
But it also marked the end of an era for the popular sci-fi series, as writer Russell T Davies joined Tennant in severing their links with Doctor Who.
The pair have been integral to the show’s recent success and have been widely hailed for reviving a sleeping giant.
Matt Smith, a 27-year-old Englishman, has taken over as the 11th Doctor.
Tennant’s final appearance on New Year’s Day was the show’s third most viewed installment, but BBC chiefs yesterday predicted an even brighter future for the Doctor.
Julian Payne, head of communications at BBC Vision, told the Western Mail it was a “fantastically exciting” time for fans.
“Doctor Who has regeneration at its very core, and it’s what provides the show with its longevity,” he said.
“We view it as a very exciting opportunity for the show. We remain hugely committed to the brand of Doctor Who in all its forms, and we have a wonderful new team in place who are very excited about taking the show on new adventures.”
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