In fact, when the show returned in 2005 — it first premiered in 1963 and aired 26 seasons, until 1989 — Billie Piper’s Rose Tyler is the first character seen onscreen.

Billie Piper was 'revealed' as the next Doctor when the latest series ended in May - and is set to reprise her role as Rose ...

Billie Piper as Rose Tyler was a big part of Doctor Who's 2005 revival, and is one of the most beloved companions. But what are her best episodes?

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Christopher Eccleston brought the Ninth Doctor to life, alongside Billie Piper as the revival series' first companion, Rose Tyler. Rose met the Doctor in the midst of a battle with the Autons in ...

In fact, when the show returned in 2005 — it first premiered in 1963 and aired 26 seasons, until 1989 — Billie Piper’s Rose Tyler is the first character seen onscreen. But who’s Rose?