Tom Baker Sends Heartfelt Christmas Message to ‘Doctor Who’ Fans

It’s a festive treat from none other than Tom Baker, the actor cherished for his iconic role as the Fourth Doctor in the beloved series, ‘Doctor Who‘.

In a heartwarming Christmas message, courtesy of Cygnus Alpha Events, Baker has reached out to his loyal followers with a touching seasonal greeting.

In the video, Baker’s unique voice brings a sense of nostalgia and warmth as he expresses his gratitude towards his fans.

“Tom Baker here just to wish my fans, all of them. every single one of them – I won’t tell you the exact number, but you might be surprised – I’d just like to wish them a happy Christmas and a great New Year and thank them for all their encouragement over the last what it must be a hundred years now mustn’t it?

Because I mean, some of you are not born yesterday, but I’m grateful, really grateful, and if ever we should meet and you want to give me some advice, I’ll listen. I’ll listen; I won’t necessarily act on it. but I’ll listen. Bye-bye,” he said in the message.

Steven Moffat, a former showrunner of the series, recently reflected on the distinctive elements that Baker brought to the role.

Speaking to The Times, Moffat remarked on the inspired decision to cast the “strange, hawklike, brooding, slightly villainous-looking” Baker as a children’s hero, highlighting his significant contribution to the series’ success.

From his unconventional casting to his memorable long scarf, Moffat celebrated the creative choices that made Baker’s Doctor so endearing to audiences.

This special message from Baker not only celebrates the festive season but also underscores his deep appreciation for the enduring support from his audience.

As the actor who held the role longer than anyone else and continues to voice the Fourth Doctor in Big Finish audio dramas, Baker’s legacy in the ‘Doctor Who’ universe remains unparalleled.

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