- Ncuti Gatwa stated he decided to withdraw from being the UK's Eurovision spokesperson "long before it was announced", despite the announcement coming just one day before the 2025 song contest.
- Initially, "unforeseen circumstances" were cited for his withdrawal, but Gatwa clarified on "Sunday with Laura Kuenssberg" that he was "very busy" with work schedules and press commitments.
- He denied that his withdrawal was related to the involvement of Israeli contestant Yuval Raphael, reiterating his busy schedule as the sole reason.
- Gatwa also discussed his departure from Doctor Who, explaining that the role was physically and mentally strenuous, leading him to decide it was "time" to leave.
- He is set to appear in the West End play "Born with Teeth" and the comedy film "The Roses" in August.
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