Doctor Who: Bonnie Langford Returns as Mel Bush

Doctor Who: Bonnie Langford Returns as Mel Bush.

Bonnie Langford returns to the world of Doctor Who as Melanie Bush, starring alongside Ncuti Gatwa, who takes on the role of the Fifteenth Doctor in the new series.

Bonnie previously returned for a cameo in Jodie Whittaker’s final episode as the Thirteenth Doctor, Bonnie first appeared in the Doctor Who universe in 1986 as the companion to Colin Baker’s Sixth and Sylvester McCoy’s Seventh Doctors.

Bonnie had a stellar career after making her West End debut in Gone with the Wind at Theatre Royal Drury Lane when she was only seven years old. From her countless Broadway and West End performances in shows like Chicago, 9 to 5, and Cats to her Emmy-winning portrayal of Carmel Kazemi on EastEnders, she has a long list of credits to her name.

What does Bonnie say of the news

Bonnie Langford says: “I am absolutely thrilled to be bringing Melanie Bush back. To be part of the exceptional cast, crew and production team led by the force of nature that is Russell T Davies is a career highlight. I’m so privileged and proud to have been a member of the Doctor Who family since the classic era and to be included in the new generation is phenomenal.” 

David Tennant will reprise his role as the Fourteenth Doctor in three celebratory episodes airing in November 2023 in honour of the show’s 60th anniversary. The premiere of Ncuti Gatwa’s debut as the 15th Doctor will air during the festive period.

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