Martin Clunes Announces Doc Martin Dog Dodger's Death

Martin Clunes, star of ITV's Doc Martin, announced the death of Dodger, the dog who played Buddy from 2009 to 2019, during a live appearance on BBC’s The One Show. Dodger was retired after being diagnosed with dementia and did not appear in the show's final tenth series. Clunes paid tribute to Dodger, describing their joyful working relationship and explaining that he mimed lines and dubbed them later to ensure Dodger's well-being on set. Dodger's death was first revealed by his trainer Sonia Turner in 2023, with widespread tributes from fans and colleagues. The news marks the end of an era for Doc Martin, as Dodger was a cherished member of the cast. The series concluded with a Christmas special in 2022 after ten successful seasons.