The story from yesterday's story on Hugh Grant turning down the chance to be Doctor Who originated from the Sun. The Sun also mentions Hugh is in talks with the BBC for a guest part on the show:
HUGH Grant is set to play a Doctor Who baddie — after turning down the chance to play the Timelord.
The 46-year-old Hollywood star was originally offered the leading role in the revamped BBC1 show two years ago.
But he refused as he didn't think it would be such a big hit.
Instead the role went to Christopher Eccleston, who won a slew of awards, before David Tennant took over.
Series three is on our screens in the spring and last night Four Weddings and a Funeral star Hugh revealed he is in talks to be in the fourth.
He said: "I was offered the role of the Doctor a few years back and was highly flattered. It's only when you see it on screen that you think, `Damn! That was good. Why did I say no?' "
Now he's set to join a list of infamous foes like the Daleks, Cybermen and Dalek leader Davros.
Hugh, who last week spilt with girlfriend Jemima Khan, said: "I'm in talks about a one-off role. I'd prefer to be a baddie, they're more fun!"
Series writer Russell T Davies said: "We'd love to have Hugh."
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