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Russell T Davies says death of late husband has been his 'greatest loss'
The Doctor Who writer spoke about the death of Andrew Smith, who died in 2018 from a brain tumour.
July 29, 2026BBC 'working hard' on future of Doctor Who, new BBC director general says
The sci-fi series currently faces an uncertain future after its annual Christmas special was axed for the second year in a row.
July 14, 2026BBC cancels Doctor Who Christmas special and Russell T Davies announces exit
The BBC said the decision was made "after careful consideration" and had "not been taken lightly".
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Russell T Davies says death of late husband has been his 'greatest loss'
Davies said his husband, Andrew Smith was given just 18 months to live but went on to live for 8 years Screenwriter Russell T Davies has described the death of his husband to an aggressive brain tumo
BBC 'working hard' on future of Doctor Who, new BBC director general says
The last series of Doctor Who aired in May 2025, and concluded with a surprise appearance from Billie Piper The BBC is "working hard" on regenerating Doctor Who, director-general Matt Brittin has sai
‘Doctor Who’ Christmas special canceled so BBC can figure out the show’s ‘long-term future’
This is read by an automated voice. Please report any issues or inconsistencies here. “Doctor Who” is going through another major regeneration. The BBC announced Wednesday that it is not moving forw
‘Doctor Who’ future uncertain as BBC scraps Christmas special and showrunner exits
FILE -Ncuti Gatwa, from left, Russell T Davies, and Millie Gibson pose for a portrait to promote “Doctor Who” during Comic-Con International on July 26, 2024, in San Diego. (AP Photo/Chris Pizzello, F
Christmas Special Cancelled
The BBC has confirmed that the previously announced 2026 Christmas Special of Doctor Who has been cancelled. The corporation has decided to put Doctor Who out to competitive tender this year, in the
‘Doctor Who’ Christmas Special Scrapped as Showrunner Russell T Davies Exits BBC Series
“Doctor Who” will not have a Christmas special this year, showrunner Russell T Davies revealed on Wednesday as he announced his exit from the BBC One series. “And so GOODBYE from me to ‘Doctor Who’
Doctor Who Christmas special cancelled as Russell T Davies quits and leaves show in chaos
Ncuti Gatwa left the role of The Doctor last year Removed from bookmarks From reproductive rights to climate change to Big Tech, The Independent is on the ground when the story is developing. Whethe
BBC abandons plans for Doctor Who Christmas special
Broadcaster says it is focusing on series’ long-term future after departure of showrunner and producer The BBC has cancelled this year’s Christmas episode of Doctor Who as its showrunner Russell T Da
Doctor Who Christmas Special Canceled As Russell T Davies Exits Series
If all you wanted for Christmas was a new "Doctor Who" special, we've got some bad news for you: the BBC, showrunner Russell T Davies, and Bad Wolf announced Wednesday that they will not be moving for
BBC cancels Doctor Who Christmas special and Russell T Davies announces exit
A new Christmas special of Doctor Who has been cancelled while the BBC plans the next phase of the sci-fi show. The corporation announced last year that there would be a festive special in 2026, but