Opera diva Katherine Jenkins joins Doctor Who for festive special
Opera singer Katherine Jenkins is to star in the Doctor Who Christmas special as Amy Pond heads off on honeymoon, it was announced today.
Filming has just started on the seasonal episode which will also feature Michael Gambon - known for his role as Dumbledore in the Harry Potter movies.
Jenkins has been cast in her first acting role in what has been billed as a "fun-filled and heartfelt festive story". She said: "I'm over the moon to be involved in the Doctor Who special.
"I can't quite believe it as it's a part of the family tradition at the Jenkins household. I heard the news that I got the role on my 30th birthday and it was the best birthday present ever."
The hour-long show will, as usual, feature Matt Smith as The Doctor, with Scots assistant Amy (Karen Gillan) and new husband Rory Williams (Arthur Darvill). The pair were seen at their wedding at the end of the most recent series last month.
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