Inverness-born Gillan previously appeared in "The Fires Of Pompeii" as the Soothsayer, but will soon begin filming the fifth season of Doctor Who. She has also been seen in Stacked, The Kevin Bishop Sow, Rebus and the upcoming movie Outcast.
Karen Gillan herself:
"I am absolutely over the moon at being chosen to play the Doctor's new companion. I just can't wait to get started. The show is such a massive phenomenon that I can't quite believe I am going to be a part of it. Matt Smith is an incredible actor and it is going to be so much fun to act alongside him."
Head of Drama, BBC Wales, Piers Wenger:
"When she auditioned alongside Matt we knew we had something special."
Executive-producer Steven Moffat:
"We saw some amazing actresses for this part, but when Karen came through the door the game was up. Funny, and clever, and gorgeous, and sexy. Or Scottish, which is the quick way of saying it. A generation of little girls will want to be her. And a generation of little boys will want them to be her too."
So, what do you think? Is this a good decision, as a gut feeling? I'm sure a few fans will be racing to re-watch "The Fires Of Pompeii" now!
