Carole Ann Ford, the last surviving original cast member of Doctor Who, expressed her desire to return to the show as the 60th anniversary of her final appearance approaches. Ford, who played Susan, the granddaughter of the Doctor in the very first series of the iconic BBC show, shared her emotional sentiments during an appearance at Luton Comic Con.
The 84-year-old actress, who is the sole remaining member of the original cast following the recent passing of William Russell, reflected on the memories of her former co-stars and the impact of potentially reprising her role after six decades. Ford admitted that the thought of returning to Doctor Who would be “intense beyond all intensity” and acknowledged the emotional weight of being the last original cast member standing.
Despite the Doctor’s promise to return for Susan in the show’s early episodes, a reunion between the characters has yet to materialize on screen. Ford humorously remarked that she would give the Doctor a “good telling off” if they were to meet again, emphasizing the challenges of writing for a character with such a long history.
Fans of the show were encouraged by Ford to voice their support for her return, with the actress hinting at previous discussions about reprising her role. She playfully warned against the idea of recasting her character, jokingly stating that she would “burn the studio down” if such a decision were made.
As Doctor Who continues to captivate audiences with its timeless storytelling and beloved characters, Carole Ann Ford’s potential return to the series would undoubtedly be a momentous occasion for fans and a fitting tribute to the show’s enduring legacy.
