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Ralf Little Sends Sweet Message After His Death In Paradise Co-Star Is Revealed

Ralf Little Sends Sweet Message After His Death In Paradise Co-Star Is Revealed

The former Royle Family star announced back in March that the most recent series of Death In Paradise would be his last as DI Neville Parker. Reacting to the news, Ralf shared a string of applauding emojis on X (formerly Twitter), adding: “Have a magical time Don.” Speaking about his exit on BBC Breakfast last month, Ralf claimed: “If it was just a heart decision, I’d have wanted to do it for 20 more years. “But just for the show, and for my character Neville, it just sort of felt like his story… it deserved to be finished, and his journey deserved to be completed and he deserved a nice happy ending. And so it just felt right.” Don is perhaps best known for his performance as Lucas Johnson in EastEnders. His other on-screen credits include Holby City, 55 Degrees North, the 2006 Doctor Who Christmas special and the Netflix series The Stranger. Reacting to the news of his casting, Don said: “Being offered the new lead role in Death in Paradise feels like a …

Death in Paradise’s Ralf Little issues response as replacement revealed – details

Death in Paradise’s Ralf Little issues response as replacement revealed – details

After weeks of online speculation, Death in Paradise has unveiled Don Gilet as its new lead detective – and his predecessor Ralf Little was one of the first to react to the news on social media.  Posting a video on Instagram, the actor shared his joy and wished his replacement the best of luck in his new role.  © Philippe_VIRAPINRalf Little’s replacement on Death in Paradise is Don Gilet “Well, as of an hour ago on the Death in Paradise official social media, the news is out,” Ralf began. “I have actually known for a couple of weeks but obviously couldn’t say anything.  “The new detective is the wonderful Don Gilet and I just want to say, from me to you Don, I hope you have the most wonderful time. It’s the most magical experience and I hope you get everything out of it and wish you the best of luck. I’m absolutely sure you’re going to be magnificent.” © BBCRalf wished his successor luck Signing off the message with a wink to the camera, …

Don Gilet To Replace Ralf Little In Death In Paradise

Don Gilet To Replace Ralf Little In Death In Paradise

Death In Paradise has unveiled its new lead detective. Comic actor Ralf Little announced back in March that he would not be returning to the hit crime comedy after four seasons at the helm as DI Neville Parker. Since then, a number of potential replacements have been named in the press, including former The Inbetweeners actor Simon Bird, Harry Potter star Rupert Grint and US performer Michael Rapaport all touted to be joining the show. However, on Thursday afternoon it was revealed that Don Gilet will make his Death In Paradise in this year’s Christmas special. Don Gilet on the set of Death In Paradise Don will be playing new addition Detective Inspector Mervin WiIson, with filming already underway in Guadeloupe. The former EastEnders star enthused: “Being offered the new lead role in Death in Paradise feels like a deeply loved and incredibly precious jewel has been placed in my hands. This is a big show, with a big heart and the love continually grows for it. It is my intention to never lose sight …

Ralf Little issues ‘explanation’ amid fan concern over missed radio interview after Death in Paradise exit

Ralf Little issues ‘explanation’ amid fan concern over missed radio interview after Death in Paradise exit

Death in Paradise star Ralf Little has taken to social media with an explanation for why he failed to appear for an interview on Radio X on Thursday.  The actor was due to sit down with host Toby Tarrant to chat about the final few live shows of his podcast tour, Two Pints With Will and Ralf 2024 April Fools Tour, but failed to show up.   © BBCRalf Little as DI Neville Parker in Death in Paradise During the broadcast, Toby, who was filling in for Chris Moyles on the breakfast show, told listeners: “All morning I’ve talked about how he’s regarded as one of the nicest and loveliest men in the business, and he stood me up.” His co-host Dominic Byrne chimed in: “There’s been a diary issue, hasn’t there? I think,” prompting Toby to speculate: “I mean, there’s two options here. I reckon either we’ll get a message saying, ‘We thought it was tomorrow’.” © Denis GuyenonRalf failed to show for a radio interview on Thursday In a video posted to Instagram …