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I was the first companion to kiss the Doctor. I played…

“I was the first companion to kiss the Doctor. I played Grace Holloway to Paul McGann's Doctor in the 1996 TV movie. We shared three kisses, in fact: very sweet and chaste. When I took the part, I'd never even heard of 'Doctor Who.' No one warned me that the kisses would be a big deal.” quote by Daphne Ashbrook
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“I was the first companion to kiss the Doctor. I played Grace Holloway to Paul McGann's Doctor in the 1996 TV movie. We shared three kisses, in fact: very sweet and chaste. When I took the part, I'd never even heard of 'Doctor Who.' No one warned me that the kisses would be a big deal.”

Daphne Ashbrook

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An actress recounts being the first companion to kiss the Doctor, unaware of the franchise’s significance, and how it became iconic.

In simple terms: First Doctor Who kiss became iconic unexpectedly.

Key Takeaway

Embrace unexpected opportunities.

Themes

celebrity media unexpected fame

Mood

reflective proud

Type

personal career

When to use this quote

  • acting
  • fan conventions
  • media interviews

Key Concepts

culture iconicity

Questions to Reflect On

  • How do you handle sudden fame?
  • What responsibilities come with iconic roles?
A Different Perspective

Unexpected fame can bring pressure.

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