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Ex EastEnders star in line for Dr Who role?

Tom Ellis pictured with his wife Tamzin Outwaite
Tom Ellis pictured with his wife Tamzin Outwaite

Former 'EastEnders' actor Tom Ellis is reportedly being considered to be the next Doctor Who.

The 29-year-old actor, who played Dr Oliver Cousins in 'EastEnders', is rumoured to be in the running to play the Time Lord.

According to The Mirror, a BBC source said: "Tom is the frontrunner for the job and is very interested."

Ellis, who is married to actress Tamzin Outwaite, previously appeared in an episode of 'Doctor Who'.

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