Ncuti Gatwa Opens Up About Acceptance and Diversity in Hollywood Interview

Ncuti Gatwa, known for his role in Doctor Who, recently opened up about his battle with acceptance in a candid interview with Attitude magazine. The actor shared his struggles with feeling the need to be exceptional to be loved and the pressure to achieve “Black excellence.” Gatwa expressed his realization that he deserves love just for existing and doesn’t need to meet unrealistic standards.

In the interview, Gatwa also addressed the backlash he faced for his casting as The Doctor, noting the shift he sees in diversity in the entertainment industry. Despite the negativity, Gatwa remains focused on his portrayal of the fifteenth Doctor on the hit U.K. series and is blocking out any scrutiny from the British press.

Season 14 of Doctor Who, featuring Gatwa in his first season, is set to debut on May 10. The actor’s openness about his struggles and journey towards self-acceptance is inspiring and sheds light on the importance of representation and diversity in the entertainment industry.