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Gatwa also attributes stereotypes to the character, describing the Doctor as embodying “queer energy,” which he believes adds a layer of intentional representation. Critics argue that such assertions reflect a focus on identity markers over storytelling qualities, and that this often results in characters becoming tools for political statement rather than narrative depth. As some viewers noted, traditional Doctor Who actors, like the pansexual Captain Jack Harkness, portrayed fluid sexualities without making it the central aspect of the character, demonstrating a more organic approach to representation.