BBC Death in Paradise's DI Neville Parker replacement 'revealed' after Ralf Little quits show

The person who will take over from Ralf Little as DI Neville Parker in the popular BBC series Death In Paradise has been unveiled.

Ever since the news broke out that Ralf, who is 44 years old, will be leaving the show after being the lead detective of Saint Marie for four years, there have been various speculations on who will take his place.

After Sunday's final episode, several celebrities have been predicted to take the lead in the series, with Simon Bird from The Inbetweeners being the top pick according to bookmakers.

Betfred odds suggest that Simon, a 39-year-old, has a 44 percent chance of taking on the role, with a probability of 5/4.

In the meantime, the second most probable celebrity to replace is Diane Morgan, recognized for her legendary portrayal of Philomena Cunk.

The successor for DI Neville Parker in Death In Paradise following Ralf Little's announcement of departure from the BBC series has been "unveiled".

Ever since it became public knowledge that Ralf, aged 44, would be leaving his position as the primary investigator in Saint Marie after serving for four years, speculations have been running wild about who will take his place.

According to The Mirror, Diane, who is 48 years old and has previously appeared in Afterlife and Mandy, has been given odds of 7/1.

Matthew Horne, who starred in Gavin and Stacey, has a 5/1 chance of winning. Other famous people who are also considered as possible contenders for the position are comedian Romesh Ranganathan, Jodie Whittaker, and Jaye Griffiths.

Certain viewers had assumed that actress Josephine Jobert's character, Florence Cassell, would take over the role of detective in the TV series.

Ralf held the position of lead for the longest period, succeeding notable actors Ben Miller, Kris Marshall, and Ardal O'Hanlon who also played the iconic role. Presently, producers are in search of a replacement for him.

According to The Mirror's insider from TV, Ralf has done an excellent job portraying the character and he's been in the role for a decent amount of time. It's expected that viewers will feel disappointed to see him leave, but they will likely feel happy for Neville's storyline.

The TV show has been given the green light for a 14th season and there will be a special episode for Christmas. The filming for both seasons is due to start soon.

Ralf, who is 44 years old, previously expressed his admiration for starring in the lead role of the show, stating that it was his ideal job. He highlighted the show's excellence and disregarded the notion that it was something to be ashamed of enjoying.

In the year 2021, he stated that his attempt is ongoing to gradually shift the topic of conversation away from that expression. Why should anyone feel remorseful? This is a top-notch series that presents a complicated murder case along with fresh characters and an enigma that must be unraveled, all within one hour.

The latest episode of Sunday marked the end of the series and now there are various celebrities being suggested as potential successors. According to bookmakers, Simon Bird from The Inbetweeners is the top contender.

At the same time, it seems that Diane Morgan is the second most probable candidate to take over the role. She's most famous for portraying the legendary persona of Philomena Cunk, with Matthew Horne following shortly behind her.

There are other famous people who are being considered for the job, including Romesh Ranganathan who is a comedian, Jodie Whittaker, and Jaye Griffiths.

'And it appears so lovely - never has homicide been this pleasurable. It is an astonishing triumph. It is something that brings me immense pride.'

In 2023, the BBC's top three dramas in the UK were Happy Valley, Doctor Who, and the one set on the island of Saint Marie. It came in third, but it still did pretty well.

The series has made a big impact around the world and has been shown in more than 240 countries. The 100th episode will be broadcast at some point during the current season.

In the second to last episode, DI Parker announced his departure from the tropical location of Saint Marie, which serves as the backdrop for the show.

In the fourteenth installment of the TV program, Neville joined forces with DS Florence Cassell (played by Joséphine Jobert).

In a certain part of the show, when Naomi came to see Neville, she inquired about his timeline regarding when he intended to pack his things.

Neville answered with a bit of shyness, saying that he still has many tasks to complete before his trip. He needs to purchase some items and book accommodation. Additionally, he has to write down a list of Harry's dietary needs for the next resident.

"I intended to begin working on it yesterday evening, but I was sidetracked by the mystery at hand."

In the year 2023, the British Broadcasting Corporation's third most popular drama is the one with Shantol Jackson playing the character of Naomi Thomas. This particular show falls just below Happy Valley and Doctor Who in terms of viewership.

In the end, Neville had one last video conversation with Florence before getting on a plane, following some goodbye drinks with his coworkers.

Florence was informed by him that he was present at the airport after consuming his farewell drinks. The Commissioner presented a short speech with general admiration, which was the most pleasant he has ever been to him. Unfortunately, Florence's attendance at the event was the only thing lacking.

Following her apology for being absent, Neville remarked, "That's just me. I have to leave now to catch my flight. I suppose this marks the end of our interaction - once more."