Death in Paradise introduces Don Gilet as new lead detective in Christmas special

independent.co.uk — December 23, 2024 at 10:01 AM UTC

"Death in Paradise" aired a Christmas special on BBC, introducing Don Gilet as the new lead detective, DI Mervin Wilson. Gilet replaces Ralf Little, who played DI Neville Parker for four and a half years. Gilet is the first Black actor to take on the lead role since the show's debut in 2011. Viewers expressed surprise at his age, as he turns 58 next month, with many commenting on his youthful appearance. Critics noted Gilet's strong addition to the series, though the episode's plot received mixed reviews. The show is set to return for its 14th season in the New Year.

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Don Gilet debuts in Death in Paradise Christmas special as show shifts away from Ralf Little (express.co.uk)
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Don Gilet responds to backlash over diversity in Death in Paradise cast (express.co.uk)
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Death in Paradise introduces new detective as fan-favorite hints at departure (thesun.co.uk)
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Death in Paradise introduces new lead detective in Christmas special (express.co.uk)
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Don Gilet stars as first Black lead detective in Death in Paradise Christmas special (independent.co.uk)
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Death in Paradise welcomes new detective as cast changes continue due to personal reasons (mirror.co.uk)
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Death In Paradise Christmas special reveals cast and plot details (mirror.co.uk)
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Death in Paradise kicks off series 14 with Christmas special featuring new detective inspector (express.co.uk)
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Death in Paradise Christmas special features new detective and star-studded cast (manchestereveningnews.co.uk)
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Don Gilet joins Death In Paradise as new detective in Christmas special (mirror.co.uk)
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Don Gilet takes on lead role in Death in Paradise as new detective (manchestereveningnews.co.uk)
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Death in Paradise Christmas special features new detective and murder mystery (tomsguide.com)
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Death In Paradise season 14 to premiere with Christmas special on BBC One (mirror.co.uk)
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Death in Paradise returns for season 14 with new detective and Christmas special (manchestereveningnews.co.uk)
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