Nicola Bryant

Nicola Bryant born 11 October 1962 in Guildford, Surrey is a British actress known for her role as Peri Brown, a companion of the Doctor in the BBC science fiction television series Doctor Who.

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11 October - 1962 - Guildford - Surrey - British - Actress - Peri Brown - The Doctor - BBC - Science fiction - Television series - Doctor Who

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She played the part from 1984 to 1986, first with Peter Davison, and then with Colin Baker as the Doctor. Bryant's tenure on the show was met with raised eyebrows in some quarters as series producer John Nathan-Turner admitted that his intention was to pump up the sex appeal of the aging series by casting the young actress who was often seen wearing revealing outfits in the show. Her character was American and for a while a publicity driven fiction was maintained suggesting Bryant was also American. During her final season on Doctor Who, the actress was allowed to dress more conservatively on the show.

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1984 - 1986 - Peter Davison - Colin Baker - John Nathan-Turner

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After appearing in Doctor Who she has had other television roles, including a part in Blackadder's Christmas Carol.

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Bryant has reprised the role of Peri in several of the Big Finish Productions Doctor Who spin-off audio plays. She has appeared with both Peter Davison and Colin Baker in these.

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Big Finish Productions - Doctor Who - Audio plays - Peter Davison - Colin Baker

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According to her official website, Bryant's acting work in recent years has been limited due to a back injury suffered during a fall on stage about five years ago.

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Bryant was one of several actors considered for the role of Captain Kathryn Janeway on '.

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