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Coronation Street's Charlie Condou reveals 'exciting' new role 11 years after soap exit


Former Coronation Street star Charlie Condou has joined the cast of Doctor Who for its upcoming 15th series, and will come face-to-face with Ncuti Gatwa as the Doctor

Remembered fondly as Marcus Dent on Coronation Street, where he appeared from 2007 until 2014, Charlie has been busy since he waved goodbye to Weatherfield. His TV roles have included parts in Midsomer Murders, Holby City, and Unforgotten, while he's also shone on stage in productions like The Rocky Horror Show and Arthur Miller's The Crucible. Buzzing with excitement about the upcoming adventure, Charlie shared: "I'm absolutely thrilled to be joining the Whoniverse, having been a fan for so long, and finally getting a chance to work with the legend that is Russell T Davies.

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