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David Tennant

David Tennant is a Scottish actor known for playing the Tenth Doctor in *Doctor Who* and later reprising the role as the Fourteenth Doctor.

By Ethan Anderson| Reviewed by Olivia Bennett, Standards & Fact-Checking Lead| Updated July 26, 2026|2 min read| Fact-checked

David Tennant is a Scottish actor best known for playing the Tenth Doctor in Doctor Who and later reprising the role as the Fourteenth Doctor. He has also appeared in major television, film, and stage productions, including Broadchurch, Jessica Jones, and Good Omens. Tennant is widely known to Canadian audiences through British television imports and streaming platforms.

Early life

David Tennant was born David John McDonald in 1971 in Bathgate, West Lothian, Scotland. He later adopted the surname Tennant for professional use.

Career

Tennant rose to international fame through Doctor Who and has since worked extensively in television, film, stage, and voice acting. Sources highlight roles in Broadchurch, Jessica Jones, Good Omens, Casanova, and Harry Potter and the Goblet of Fire.

Personal life

Tennant married actress Georgia Moffett, known professionally as Georgia Tennant, in 2011. They have five children.

Notable roles

His most widely recognized role is the Tenth Doctor, but he has also been associated with Alec Hardy, Kilgrave, Crowley, and Barty Crouch Jr. across television and film.

Key facts

  • He was born David John McDonald in Bathgate, West Lothian, Scotland, on 18 April 1971.
  • He is best known for portraying the Tenth Doctor in Doctor Who from 2005 to 2010.
  • He returned to Doctor Who as the Fourteenth Doctor in 2023.
  • His other notable screen roles include Alec Hardy in Broadchurch, Kilgrave in Jessica Jones, and Crowley in Good Omens.
  • He is married to Georgia Tennant and has five children.
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Canadian context

David Tennant is widely known to Canadian audiences through British television imports and streaming platforms, especially *Doctor Who*, *Broadchurch*, *Jessica Jones*, and *Good Omens*.

Frequently asked questions

Who is David Tennant?
David Tennant is a Scottish actor best known for playing the Tenth Doctor in Doctor Who.
How old is David Tennant?
He was born on 18 April 1971, which makes him 55 years old as of July 2026.
What is David Tennant famous for?
He is most famous for portraying the Tenth Doctor in Doctor Who and later returning as the Fourteenth Doctor.
Is David Tennant married?
Yes. He has been married to Georgia Tennant since 2011.
What shows has David Tennant been in?
He has appeared in Doctor Who, Broadchurch, Jessica Jones, Good Omens, Casanova, and Staged, among others.
What is David Tennant's net worth?
A reliable, consistently sourced net worth figure was not found in the provided results, so it is left unspecified here.

References

  1. Wikipedia — https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/David_Tennant
    Supports: Birth name, birth date, nationality, spouse, children, Doctor Who roles
  2. Encyclopaedia Britannica — https://www.britannica.com/biography/David-Tennant
    Supports: Birth date, birthplace, occupation, Doctor Who prominence
  3. All American Speakers — https://www.allamericanspeakers.com/celebritytalentbios/David+Tennant/391304
    Supports: Career overview and notable roles including Broadchurch, Jessica Jones, Good Omens, Staged
  4. Apple TV — https://tv.apple.com/gb/person/david-tennant/umc.cpc.5pt72iyupsmvzbmesfj7gih01
    Supports: Selected filmography and notable roles
  5. IMDb — https://www.imdb.com/name/nm0855039/
    Supports: Birth date and biographical overview
  6. IMDb — https://www.imdb.com/it/name/nm0855039/
    Supports: Marriage to Georgia Tennant and five children