Former Doctor Who companion has sadly passed away
- Publish date
- Monday, 24 Jul 2017, 11:25AM
In what was already been quite a big week for Doctor Who, with the announcement of the new Doctor, a series first female lead, it has also sadly experienced a death.
We’re sad to report the death of Deborah Watling who played companion Victoria during the Second Doctor’s era » https://t.co/t3K7vXTjl4 pic.twitter.com/k4dV1vvEu6
— Doctor Who Official (@bbcdoctorwho) July 21, 2017
Former Doctor Who companion Deborah Watling, who appeared on the show from 1967-1968 as Victoria Waterfield, playing the helping role to the second Doctor, has sadly lost her life after a suffering briefly from brain cancer.
Four very lovely photos of Deborah Watling in #DoctorWho ❤️😪 pic.twitter.com/kRjgU59kxF
— Clayton Hickman (@claytonhickman) July 21, 2017
Post Doctor Who life, she did a lot of theatre, taking up roles in A Bequest to the Nation, Not in Front of the Parents and The Wizard of Oz, plus maintained a few roles on television as well.
People have since shared their well-wishes to her family as well as former experiences with Watling.
I am so sad to hear of the passing of the lovely Deborah Watling.We had so many laughs & heart to hearts. #somissed 💛https://t.co/8HjtQDtJoL
— Nicola Bryant (@thenicolabryant) July 21, 2017
I was lucky enough to meet Deborah Watling last year! Such a kind a loving lady who made time for everyone. R.I.P. pic.twitter.com/6yz8cAebYr
— Matthew Purchase (@TheCyberdevil) July 21, 2017
Deborah Watling and Patrick Troughton in one of the most lovely scenes in all #DoctorWho - from Tomb of the Cybermen Episode 2 👌💯❤️ pic.twitter.com/hpioyG1rPJ
— Clayton Hickman (@claytonhickman) July 21, 2017
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