In fact, when the show returned in 2005 — it first premiered in 1963 and aired 26 seasons, until 1989 — Billie Pipe

The season finale of Doctor Who, ‘The Reality War,’ was shocking for many reasons. However, the biggest surprise involved an appearance by actress Billie Piper, who played Ninth and Tenth Doctor companion Rose Tyler.

With Doctor Who’s explosive May 31 series finale majorly hinting at Billie Piper taking on the iconic role of the Time Lord, fans may be stunned at what the actress once said about women playing the famous protagonist.