Jenna-Louise Coleman cast in Doctor Who

March 21, 2012

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Jenna-Louise Coleman on Wednesday was announced as Matt Smith’s new co-star in Doctor Who.

From the Guardian:

Steven Moffat reveals when Karen Gillan will leave and says Doctor will meet new companion in ‘a very, very different way’
Former Emmerdale actor to replace Karen Gillan at Christmas

Digital Spy: Ten Things about the new ‘Doctor Who’ star

The Hollywood Reporter

Doctor Who News

MTV Geek: Doctor Who’s Next Companion Is Jenna-Louise Coleman – And The Weeping Angels Return!

UPDATE: BBC America has released the first official image of Coleman with the TARDIS via their Tumblr page.

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