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Yahoo
7 days ago
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Swindon-born actress 'odds-on favourite' to be the next Doctor Who
Speculation is mounting that a Swindon-born celebrity is set to be announced as the next star of Doctor Who. Rumours are continuing to swirl as to who could replace Ncuti Gatwa as the face of the iconic BBC TV series, following reports that he will step away from the show. Swindon's very own Billie Piper is now the odds-on favourite to be the next Doctor, with online betting guide listing her as the strong 1/3 favourite with a 75% chance of landing the role. Jenna Coleman, another of the show's former sidekicks, is currently second favourite with odds of 2/1. Doctor Foster's Suranne Jones, Jessica Gunning of Baby Reindeer fame, and Derry Girls and Bridgerton star Nicola Coughlan also make the lists as outside bets. Billie is already a fan's favourite among Doctor Who enthusiasts after playing the Doctor's companion Rose Tyler alongside Christopher Eccleston and David Tennant's versions of the character in 2005 and 2006. She also returned for several guest star appearances in 2008 and featured in the show's 50th anniversary special in 2013. Recommended reading Google shows what Swindon's streets looked like decade ago Hammer-wielding thief "hit 13-year-old on the head" and stole his bike Future of old golf course in the balance as protesters fight housing plans Jake Ashton, OLBG's entertainment betting expert, said: "The return of a former companion like Billie Piper in the lead role would be a seismic twist and the odds suggest it's more than just fan fiction. "Expect markets to move fast once casting chatter heats up officially." The speculation comes as Sunday's edition of The Observer described Billie as being "in pole position" to take over as the next Doctor should Ncuti Gatwa depart, although the newspaper does not cite a particular source for the claim. The BBC has denied that he has been "axed" but had not yet confirmed whether he will be staying in the Tardis for a third series in the role. If the rumours are true, Billie would be the first person ever to appear in the show as both a companion and as the Doctor. Billie was born in Swindon in 1982 and attended Brandon Forest School in Purton before moving to London at the age of 12 to pursue a career on stage and screen. She won two National Television Awards for Best Actress in 2005 and 2006 for her performances in Doctor Who, and won an Olivier Award for her performance as the lead actress in the 2016 production of Yerma. Piper also enjoyed a successful singing career, becoming the youngest female singer to enter the UK singles charts at number one with her debut single "Because We Want To", aged just 15.
New York Post
01-05-2025
- Sport
- New York Post
Cardinals vs. Reds odds, predictions: St. Louis the pick
Gambling content 21+. The New York Post may receive an affiliate commission if you sign up through our links. Read our editorial standards for more information. 'Hey Stitch, how can I get a futures line on the new Pope?' — Jimmy Heimbuch Good timing, Jimmy. The Papal Conclave begins May 7, but the early odds are in. While President Trump joked, 'I'd like to be Pope' he is a long shot at best. Here are the current odds according to Pietro Parolin is 2-1. Luis Antonio Tagle is 5-2. Pierbattista Pizzaballa, the obvious Stitches pick, is 7-1 and Rev. Al Sharpton is 2,000-1. From Cardinals to Cardinals. St. Louis is at Cincinnati. Matthew Liberatore Getty Images Matthew Liberatore starts for the Birds. The middle-reliever-turned starter has allowed 11 runs and 28 hits over 31 innings, but has walked only two batters. Learn all you need to know about MLB Betting We haven't seen that level of control since Cory Booker gave his 25-hour speech without making a pit stop. Andrew Abbott is 2-0, fanning 20 in 15 innings. Play $50 on Cincy. The Blight Sox committed three errors that led to two unearned runs and lost to the Brew Crew 6-4. Skid's at four. And we're down -378 konerkos.
