Donna Noble: podcast appearances and interviews

Donna Noble is a fictional character from the British science fiction television series Doctor Who. Portrayed by British actress and comedian Catherine Tate, she is a companion to the Tenth and Fourteenth Doctors, both played by David Tennant. Donna first appeared in the final scene of the show's 2006 series and starred in the Christmas special called The Runaway Bride. Although she was not initially expected to reprise her role, she returned as a series regular in series 4, which aired in 2008, as well as in subsequent Christmas and New Year's specials from 2009 to 2010, and in the 60th anniversary specials in 2023.

Within the narrative, Donna begins as an outspoken woman in her mid-30s from Chiswick, working as a temp. Her view of the universe is initially narrow, and she finds the alien Doctor terrifying. However, her interaction with him leaves her unsatisfied with her normal life, prompting her to travel with him when the opportunity arises. Donna proves to be a valuable companion on the Doctor's adventures. When merged with Time Lord energy, she becomes the DoctorDonna and plays a crucial role in saving the universe, although she loses her memories of their travels. These memories are later restored when the Doctor returns as a new incarnation.

Unlike other companions who harbored romantic feelings for the Doctor, Donna shared a strictly platonic relationship with him. The Doctor regards her as his best friend, and she does not feel the need to prove her worthiness to travel with him.