Don Gilet shares his experiences filming Death in Paradise, stepping into Ralf Little’s shoes as the new lead detective on the show.
Saint Marie: Don Gilet has been chatting about his time filming Death In Paradise. He’s taking over from Ralf Little, who played DI Neville Parker. Don is now the new lead detective, DI Mervin Wilson, but it’s not an easy start for him.
He talked about how intense the filming can be, especially with the heat in Guadeloupe. It’s no joke! Don mentioned needing an “extra layer of concentration” to handle those hot days. It’s a real challenge, but he’s up for it.
As he gears up for the Christmas special, he said, “It’s intense because you’ve got that heat from the start to the end of the day.” He’s getting used to it, but it still takes focus to keep going.
Don also shared how stunning the scenery is. He sometimes has to remind himself of the beautiful backdrop while filming. It’s a bit surreal, and he’s excited about this new adventure, even if it feels a bit scary.
He expressed a sense of relief and excitement about taking on this role. It’s like a personal victory for him, a little moment of triumph that no one else sees. He’s ready to dive into this new journey.
Meanwhile, Ralf Little, who left the show, said it was a tough decision. He felt it was time for his character’s story to come to a close, giving him a nice happy ending. It’s bittersweet, but it sounds like he made the right choice.
Don’s first episode as DI Mervin Wilson will be part of the Christmas special airing on December 22nd. Fans are eager to see how he fits into the show!