Millie Gibson

At just 22, Millie Gibson has already achieved what many actors work decades for: two defining television roles that have made her a familiar face in British homes. Her portrayal of Kelly Neelan on Coronation Street earned her three major soap awards, including a British Soap Award, making her one of the youngest winners in that category. Her casting as Ruby Sunday on Doctor Who placed her in a historic line of companions, and at 19, she was one of the youngest actors to take on the role. Her ability to transition from gritty soap drama to sci-fi spectacle has drawn praise from critics and showrunner Russell T Davies alike.