Why Does The Doctor Only Travel With Present-Day, Human Companions?

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Coronation Street's Millie Gibson has been announced as Doctor Who's newest companion, Ruby Sunday

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who will travel alongside Ncuti Gatwa's Fifteenth Doctor when he debuts in his first full season in 2024.

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Gibson's introduction into the world of Doctor Who continues a trend

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that started with the revival of the series in 2005

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succeeding some iconic companions such as Rose Tyler, Donna Noble, Amy Pond, and Yazmin Khan.

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the majority of the Doctor's companions have been modern-day humans characters in a change from the classic run of the series

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which featured several alien characters and humans from other time periods as the Doctor's companions.

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some relatable characters and allowing viewers to imagine themselves traveling with the Doctor.

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