Doctor Who: 10 Reasons David Tennant Deserved His Special Recognition Award
Too young and sprightly? Not bloody likely!
One of the big surprises at this years National Television Awards was the Special Recognition prize given to David Tennant, who was caught completely off-guard by glowing tributes from friends and family. But hang on, isnt the sprightliest of former Time Lords a bit young to be offered such a weighty accolade? Isnt he just that good-looking bloke from Doctor Who and Broadchurch? Far from it! is the answer thats going to be shouted loud and clear in this article, which gives ten compelling, bite-size reasons by way of explanation. Itll show how Mr Tennants contribution to the visual arts extends beyond mere housewives favourite status and stint as Dalek trumper-in-chief, examining his versatility, his passions and of course his sheer talent for making the nation sit up and take notice. Theres a lot more to this chap than meets the eye - if youre unaware of his work beyond the Whoniverse prepare to be surprised, though naturally snippets from that intergalactic entry on his CV are included! Indeed, the countdown commences with a trip back to the Tenth Doctors heady vortex-spanning days...