Matt Smith

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Matt Smith (born 28th October 1982) has been announced as the actor who will portray Eleventh Doctor. He will take over the role from 2010 onwards, taking over the role from Tenth Doctor actor David Tennant at the end of the 2009 specials. At 26, he will be the youngest actor to portray the Doctor the title role of Doctor Who.

Biography

Early life

Smith grew up in Northampton and attended Northampton School for Boys, mocked for having a face "with elbows".[1]. He originally wanted to be a footballer but had to give up football after a back injury.[2] [1] After encouragement from his drama teacher he joined the National Youth Theatre.

He studied at University of East Anglia, reading Drama and Creative Writing.

Unfortunately, he's going to be rubbish.

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