Don Gilet announced as Death in Paradise’s new lead detective

Don is going to appear as D.I. Mervin Wilson for the first time this holiday season, ahead of his initial complete series scheduled for next year.

This is a huge spectacle that is filled with a lot of affection and warmth that keeps increasing. My aim is to always remember that and stay appreciative, modest, and committed.

The makers of Death in Paradise, BBC and Red Planet Pictures, have announced that Don Gilet will take on the role of the main investigator in the show. Gilet, who has previously appeared in popular TV series like EastEnders, Shetland, The Beekeeper and Sherwood, will take charge of solving crimes to keep the viewers engaged.

Gilet is set to make his first appearance in a full-length Christmas special this year, followed by a fresh series in 2025. He will be portraying Detective Inspector Mervin Wilson, a newcomer to the picturesque Saint Marie island. Coming all the way from London, the character has a less than thrilled reaction to his new environment.

Gilet has started shooting in Guadeloupe with the usual cast of Death in Paradise, including Don Warrington, Shantol Jackson, Ginny Holder, Élizabeth Bourgine, and Danny John-Jules.

Don Gilet expressed his excitement for being given the opportunity to take on the lead role in Death in Paradise. He compared the experience to receiving something valuable and cherished. The show has a significant presence, and Don plans on maintaining his appreciation, humility, and commitment to it. Despite facing challenging moments where he feels like running off the set, he intends to stay focused and dedicated. Whether it's a dip into the ocean, a pool, or a refreshing beer, Don plans to push through and give the role his all.

the future of the show and we’re confident that Don will bring his incredible talent and energy to the table to make it even more dynamic.” According to Tim Key, who is the Executive Producer for Red Planet Pictures, Don is an incredible actor and they are very happy to have him on board as they enter a new, thrilling phase of the show. They have grand ideas for what the show can become and they feel confident in Don's ability to bring his extraordinary talent and enthusiasm to the project, making it even livelier and more captivating.

I am eagerly anticipating the introduction of Mervin to the audience in the upcoming series and what surprises we have in store beyond that point.

According to Lindsay Salt, who is the Director of BBC Drama, they are extremely delighted to have Don onboard for the series. Don is already popular among BBC viewers due to his remarkable performances in shows like Sherwood, EastEnders, and Doctor Who. He is considered to be one of the most talented actors in the United Kingdom. Death in Paradise is lucky to have him, and everyone is eagerly waiting for the show to premiere during Christmas.

Providing a captivating mix of warm and sunny adventure, crystal-clear waters, and skies of striking blue, the crime-solving series is back for its fourteenth season on BBC One and BBC iPlayer. Audiences can expect to be enthralled once again by the show's superbly crafted murder stories and suspenseful plot twists that will have them sitting on the edge of their seats.

The organization in charge of sharing the TV show, BBC Studios, has given permission for Death in Paradise to be broadcasted in over 230 different countries. Recently, it was reported that a new show, Return to Paradise, will be added to the Death in Paradise franchise. Return to Paradise will be based in Australia and will be shown on both the BBC and ABC in Australia towards the end of this year. Death in Paradise was created and produced by Red Planet Pictures, with help from the region of Guadeloupe, and distributed by BBC Studios. The Christmas special and 2025 season of the show will be overseen by Tim Key and Amy Rodriguez of Red Planet Pictures as well as Danielle Scott-Haughton of BBC. Sue Howells will be the series producer. All episodes of Death in Paradise can be watched on BBC iPlayer.

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