Doctor David Walliams?

11 months ago 18th Dec 13:00

David Walliams is the new favourite to take the title role in 'Doctor Who'.

Bookmakers have slashed the odds on the 'Little Britain' star taking over the role from David Tennant following a string of bets, with some betting shops refusing to take any more bets.

To keep the edge they need to change and update the show otherwise there is a danger it will look tired

A spokesperson for bookmakers William Hill - who have cut the odds on the 37-year-old star from 33-1 to 8-1 - said: "We had a bit of money suddenly put on David Walliams 15 days ago and then we had a flood of bets.

"His name ahs come out of the blue but these are quite significant moves in the market."

However, BBC chiefs are remaining tight-lipped on whether he is to be the 11th Timelord.

An insider said: "David would be a brilliant Doctor but even if he is the new man he will not be able to confirm it until the show's producers are ready."

Show bosses insist they are considering a wide range of stars for the iconic role - and may even introduce a female or black Doctor.