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Specific storylines have raised eyebrows, such as those featuring Donna Noble's transgender daughter, Rose, whose encounter with the Doctor ventured into dialogue about gender pronouns. Another controversial character, Maestro—a non-binary villain played by drag queen Jinkx Monsoon—further ignited criticism. Many fans lamented that the show had changed iconic villains to fit "woke" narratives rather than nurturing the original storytelling essence that made the series beloved.