Death in Paradise reveals first look at Don Gilet as he replaces Ralf Little

Death in Paradise reveals first look at Don Gilet as he replaces Ralf Little

As a seasoned movie and TV buff with over three decades of immersing myself in the world of crime dramas and British mysteries, I must say that the casting of Don Gilet as Detective Inspector Mervin Wilson for Death in Paradise has me positively giddy! Having grown up watching the likes of Inspector Morse, Lewis, and Sherlock Holmes, this new addition to the ranks of island detectives is a refreshing change.


Here comes a fresh detective to our small town! We’ve just got a sneak peek of Don Gilet as the new Detective Inspector, Mervin Wilson, in the upcoming season of Death in Paradise, courtesy of BBC.

As a die-hard film fan, I’m thrilled to share that I’ll be stepping onto the big screen for the first time this holiday season, as part of an extended episode of my favorite crime drama. And here’s the best part: there’s more to come in 2025 with a brand new season!

Upon returning from a brief stint in London, Mervin finds himself in Saint Marie, joining the team for their current case. However, it doesn’t take long before they suspect that Mervin might have hidden intentions during his stay on the island.

In October, filming for the Christmas special and upcoming season was completed in Guadeloupe. The original cast members, including Don Warrington, Shantol Jackson, Ginny Holder, Élizabeth Bourgine, and Danny John-Jules, returned to take part.

Gilet expressed his joy at being back on the beautiful island of Guadeloupe, and this visit marks his assumption of the familiar role as detective inspector.

“It’s been a real pleasure filming such a beloved series alongside the hardworking cast and crew.

Death in Paradise reveals first look at Don Gilet as he replaces Ralf Little

In the next season, the character of DI Neville Parker will be played by someone new, as Ralf Little decided to leave the show at the end of season 13.

The actor announced that his stay on Saint Marie has concluded – what a conclusion it was! Neville is now set for fresh experiences, and he gets to voyage off towards the sunset with his closest companion. It’s hard to predict their future!

I’d like to express my heartfelt gratitude to all of you who tuned in and cheered me on during the show, four and a half years ago when I first joined. Thank you so much!

Entering a widely cherished series put a significant burden on me, as I wasn’t sure how the audience would respond to my portrayal of Neville or even accept me as an actor.

I’m thrilled beyond words that the reaction has been so positive! It’s truly an honor and a joy to introduce Neville Parker to everyone here, and I’ve found it deeply rewarding to guide you through his extraordinary odyssey.

As the holiday season is fast approaching, we’re eagerly anticipating what our team will be doing!

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2024-11-06 15:06