As, we are now getting a new Dr. Who debate on who will take over the role of our favourite "TIMELORD".

Found this item of news rather interesting:

From the "STAGE Newspaper", dated 2nd October, 2003.

Baker throws his hat into Doctor ring

Former Doctor Who Tom Baker has said he would return to the role when the show is remade by BBC1 - but believes executives would hinder his chances.
Baker, who turns 70 this year, played the fourth doctor between 1974 and 1981. He said: "I would certainly do it again but I don't think the people at the BBC would offer it to me because they would think I am too old."
It was announced last week that Russell T Davies, writer of Queer as Folk and Bob and Rose, will be writing the new series of Doctor Who. BBC Wales will produce the TV comeback with head of drama Julie Gardener as executive producer.
Hotly tipped to take the role is Alan Davies, with Richard E Grant and James Nesbitt also mooted.

Well, if that doesn't cause some interesting reactions - don't know what will!

Richard E Grant is second on my list as choice for a new Doctor - if Paul McGann wasn't given the chance at a second go - first