Doctor Who: Chibnall Describes Thirteenth Doctor and Yaz's Relationship as "Unconsummated" Love Story
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Ray Flook
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Former Doctor Who showrunner Chris Chibnall discusses the relationship between Jodie Whittaker's Thirteenth Doctor and Mandip Gill's Yaz, clarifying that he views it as an "unconsummated" love story rather than an "unrequited" one. The article explores the chemistry between the characters during the "Flux" season and the 2022 specials, and how fans have continued to discuss the "Thasmin" ship.
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Over the course of the 'Flux' season, it was hard not to see the chemistry between them – and it was hard not to root for 'Thasmin' to become a reality.
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