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Daily Mirror
9 hours ago
- Entertainment
- Daily Mirror
Death in Paradise fans floored as 'favourite' star is in another crime series
Death in Paradise fans have been left floored after discovering that former detective, DI Jack Mooney, is also in another detective series, as they branded him their "favourite" Fans of Death in Paradise have just clocked that their "favourite" sleuth, Ardal O'Hanlon, stars in another detective drama. Ardal was the much-loved DI Jack Mooney on the hit BBC show before he departed Saint Marie to join his daughter in London. Since leaving, he's returned to our screens in the Death in Paradise spin-off, Return to Paradise, featuring the series' first female detective. Yet, it turns out Ardal has also been spotted in a different detective series, Sherlock & Daughter, playing Mr Halligan, the butler. On a Facebook fan page for Death in Paradise, one viewer posted: "I see Ardal O'Hanlon is in Sherlock & Daughter as Holmes' butler." This sparked reactions from other fans, with one saying: "I love Ardal O'Hanlon," and another declaring: "Jack was my favourite detective," reports the Express. A fellow fan agreed: "Mine too." Another excitedly commented: "OMG, I need to watch this now." Sherlock & Daughter's plot summary reveals: "Sherlock & Daughter follows Amelia, a young woman who travels to London seeking her father, Sherlock Holmes, after her mother's murder. "She joins forces with the renowned detective to crack a global conspiracy and uncover the truth behind her mother's killing and her own origins. "Initially, Sherlock doubts Amelia's story, suspecting deceit. The series delves into their complicated dynamic as they collaborate to solve the enigma." Ardal joined Death in Paradise in its sixth series, embodying DI Jack Mooney as a man grappling with his wife's recent passing. He saw his character through to the ninth season, ultimately deciding to leave the show as he came to terms with his loss and chose to return to London with his daughter. Discussing his departure with OK!, Ardal O'Hanlon said, "I suppose I didn't think I'd be doing anything for a fourth series. I really thought three series would be the max, you know." He elaborated on the challenges of the role: "Because it's quite a demanding show... It's a tough old show in terms of being away from home for so long and in terms of the conditions that you film in the heat and the humidity." Ardal also touched on the impact on his family life: "I think [Melanie - his wife] found it very tough because we've got three big grown-up kids living in the house and she's got a lot on her plate, so I think she was finding it tougher as the years went on. And I was missing them all hugely as well, so I think it made sense."
Wales Online
9 hours ago
- Entertainment
- Wales Online
BBC Death in Paradise fans only just realise 'favourite detective' is in another crime series
BBC Death in Paradise fans only just realise 'favourite detective' is in another crime series Ardal O'Hanlon is best known for his role as DI Jack Mooney in Death in Paradise, but it seems fans are only just realising the actor also stars in another detective series Fans of Death in Paradise have recently discovered that their "favourite" detective, Ardal O'Hanlon, stars in another detective series. Known for his role as DI Jack Mooney in the popular BBC show, Ardal left the sunny climes of Saint Marie to join his daughter in London. Since then, he has returned to the Death in Paradise universe in the spin-off, Return to Paradise, alongside the series' first female detective. However, it appears that Ardal has also featured in another detective series, Sherlock & Daughter, where he portrays the character of Mr Halligan, a butler. On a Facebook fan page dedicated to Death in Paradise, one viewer noted: "I see Ardal O'Hanlon is in Sherlock & Daughter as Holmes' butler." Responses from other fans included: "I love Ardal O'Hanlon," and "Jack was my favourite detective," reports the Express. Article continues below Another fan exclaimed: "OMG, I need to watch this now." Ardal is in another detective series (Image: BBC ) This Morning host fights tears as Grenfell survivor speaks on losing unborn baby READ MORE: The plot of Sherlock & Daughter revolves around Amelia, a young woman who travels to London in search of her father, Sherlock Holmes, following her mother's murder. She joins forces with the renowned detective to uncover a global conspiracy and solve the mystery of her mother's death and her own origins. Initially, Sherlock doubts Amelia's claims and suspects deceit, leading to a tense relationship as they collaborate on the case. Ardal made his debut as DI Jack Mooney in the sixth season of Death in Paradise, portraying a recent widower grappling with the loss of his wife. Ardal O'Hanlon gracefully exited his role in season nine of 'Death in Paradise', deciding to leave the sun-soaked setting and return to London with his on-screen daughter. Ardal O'Hanlon played Jack Mooney (Image: BBC ) Discussing his departure, Ardal shared with OK! magazine, "I suppose I didn't think I'd be doing anything for a fourth series. I really thought three series would be the max, you know." He reflected on the show's challenges: "Because it's quite a demanding show... It's a tough old show in terms of being away from home for so long and in terms of the conditions that you film in the heat and the humidity." Article continues below Ardal also mentioned the strain on his family life, saying, "I think [Melanie - his wife] found it very tough because we've got three big grown-up kids living in the house and she's got a lot on her plate, so I think she was finding it tougher as the years went on. And I was missing them all hugely as well, so I think it made sense." Fans can continue to enjoy 'Death in Paradise' on BBC iPlayer.
Extra.ie
22-04-2025
- Entertainment
- Extra.ie
Laughing matters: Pope's praise forour top comedians
Father Ted star Ardal O'Hanlon was among a 'conclave of comedians', including fellow Irishmen Tommy Tiernan and Late Late Show host Patrick Kielty, who met the Pope in a private audience. The group of around 100 comics met Pope Francis last June at the Vatican. Others who attended included Whoopi Goldberg, Jimmy Fallon, Chris Rock, Stephen Colbert and Conan O'Brien. The Pope blessed the comedians and their art. 'Continue to cheer people up, especially those who find it hardest to look at life with hope,' he said. Pope Francis meets more than 100 comedians at the Vatican in June 2024. Pic: ABACA/REX/Shutterstock According to the Vatican News, Pope Francis told the comedians they had 'a precious gift,' that could spread peace 'within hearts and between peoples, helping us to overcome difficulties and cope with daily stress.' He said another 'miracle' of comedians was their ability to make people smile, even when tackling serious issues. Tommy Tiernan with Pope Francis. Pic: Vatican News 'You denounce the excesses of power, give voice to forgotten situations, highlight abuses, point out inappropriate behaviour… but without spreading alarm and terror, anxiety or fear,' he told them. Unlike other forms of communication, he argued, humour was 'never against' anyone but was inclusive and proactive, prompting openness, sympathy and empathy. Ardal O'Hanlon with Pope Francis. Pic: Vatican News In fact, the Pope said, 'We can even laugh at God, just as we play and joke with those we love.' Patrick Kielty with Pope Francis. Pic: Vatican News But, he added, 'this must be done without offending the religious feelings of believers, especially the poor.'
