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Daily Mail
30-04-2025
- Entertainment
- Daily Mail
Death In Paradise fans thrilled as BBC shares 'best news' about series 15 with first look pic
Death In Paradise fans were thrilled when the BBC shared news about series 15 with a first look image. The wildly popular drama sees a string of detectives tackle crime on the tropical island of Saint Marie. Season 14 wrapped up last month with a dramatic finale and saw Commissioner Selwyn Patterson, played by Don Warrington, prepare to leave his role in the police department. Now, fans have received an update on the next instalment from producers. The Death In Paradise social media account on X shared a photograph of a clapboard on a beach. It attracted thousands of likes and many comments from eager viewers of the show. They confirmed that filming for season 15 had already started. It was captioned: 'We're back in paradise! Filming has begun this week in Guadeloupe on the brand-new series of #DeathInParadise.' Excited fans rushed to comment on the news and gushed: 'Fabulous can't wait for the new series.' 'Excellent news! I was watching the repeat yesterday.' 'The last series was the best... More of the same please. All the Best...' 'Wow, that's excellent news. Good luck with the filming.' 'Woohoo, I am looking forward to seeing this.'; 'Woo hoo fantastic can't wait.' 'This IS the best news ever!!' 'Fantastic news! Watched from the very beginning and it's just wonderful! Can't wait.' While some commented how they hoped to see Commissioner Selwyn Patterson: 'That's so amazing. I can't wait. I miss them all (but hope The Comissioner is back).' 'It's going to be odd without the Commissioner.' 'With Selwyn back please.' During a previous instalment it was revealed that Selwyn would be 'phased out' of the police team because of budgeting. Of the cuts, Commissioner Selwyn said: 'I'm afraid they can, and they are.' The officer had been in the show since 2011 and some fans were reeling about his possible departure. One viewer posted on X: 'Why Death In Paradise's massive bombshell could completely change the show Is Commissioner Selwyn leaving the show? If they remove the Excellent role of #CommissionerSelwyn, #DeathInParadise will no longer be a show worth watching. It will be Trash.' The officer (pictured, right) had been in the show since 2011 and some fans were reeling about his possible departure Another penned: 'I like the new guy, Mervin, on Death In Paradise. Hoping they won't get rid of the commissioner. I adore Selwyn Patterson.' 'Not sure #deathinparadise will survive without Selwyn.'; 'They can't just get rid of Selwyn as the commissioner in Death In Paradise what will he do now #DeathInParadise.' 'I'm getting so worried for Selwyn. I'm sure they'll end up saving his job at the last minute but seeing him like this is upsetting. I need someone to go to the HQ in Jamaica and do something #DeathInParadise.'
Scottish Sun
30-04-2025
- Entertainment
- Scottish Sun
Death in Paradise shares major update on new series as the fate of fan-favourite hangs in the balance
The most recent series ended with huge cliffhangers big update Death in Paradise shares major update on new series as the fate of fan-favourite hangs in the balance DEATH in Paradise has shared a major update on the new series - while a fan favourite's fate hangs in the balance. The cosy BBC crime drama launched in 2011 and has become a TV staple ever since. Advertisement 4 Death in Paradise has shared a major update on the new series Credit: BBC 4 Filming for series 15 is underway Credit: Instagram / @deathinparadiseofficial 4 Will Commissioner Selwyn Patterson be back? Credit: BBC/Red Planet/Philip Volkers Fans already know Death in Paradise will be back for series 15 - and filming has now begun. Taking to Instagram, the show's account shared a snap of a clapperboard with "Death in Paradise 15" on it. The caption read: "We're back in paradise! "Filming has begun this week in Guadeloupe on the brand-new series of Death in Paradise." Advertisement One fan penned: "Woop woop soo exciting cant wait." Another shared: "Cannot wait to see my fav DI!!!" While a third remarked: "Yay! Last season was so much better than it's been in a while." It comes as the fate of beloved Commissioner Selwyn Patterson (Don Warrington) hangs in the balance. Advertisement Series 14 saw Selwyn - one of the last remaining original characters - grapple with imminently losing his job due to downsizing. However, in good news for fans, the commissioner was rightly reinstated to his position on Death In Paradise. Death in Paradise's Don Gilet shares 'unfortunate' filming update on hit BBC show - leaving co-star stunned Although the final episode saw Selywn decide to not accept his job back. He instead announced he would be leaving the island - but will viewers see Selwyn back? Advertisement Series 14 saw former EastEnders villain Don Gilet debut as new lead DI Mervin Wilson. Mervin came to Saint Marie hoping to meet his birth mother Dorna Bray - only to realise she'd recently died. Having realised Dorna's death was suspicious, he soon began investigating the case. Timeline of Death In Paradise Detectives Death In Paradise started in 2011 and has welcomed four detectives so far to the island. These are all of the actors who have played the lead detective in the hit BBC series so far: Ben Miller as DI Richard Poole - Actor Ben played the first ever detective from seasons 1 to 2, and then returned as a guest star in the third and tenth series. Kris Marshall as DI Humphrey Goodman. Next up My Family star took on the role for three years from series 3 to 6. Ardal O'Hanlon as DI Jack Mooney. Father Ted star Ardal was a fan favourite and was the detective for three seasons from series 6 to 9. Ralf Little as DI Neville Parker. The actor started in 2019 and is the longest-running star to have the detective role. He was on the show for four seasons from 9 to 13. Just as Mervin thought he had all the answers, Selwyn had a further bombshell for him. Advertisement After doing some digging, the Commissioner found the phone number for Solomon Clarke - who is Mervin's long lost brother. What will series 15 of Death in Paradise have in store? Death in Paradise airs on BBC One and iPlayer. 4 Series 14 saw Don Gilet debut as DI Mervin Wilson Credit: BBC
Wales Online
29-04-2025
- Entertainment
- Wales Online
Death in Paradise fans beg for character return as show delivers huge announcement
Death in Paradise fans beg for character return as show delivers huge announcement Death In Paradise fans have been given some major news on social media about the future of the show. Commissioner Selwyn Patterson leaves Death in Paradise Fans of Death in Paradise were overjoyed when the show's officials took to social media to announce that another series had been commissioned. Following the conclusion of season 14, which once again enjoyed high viewership numbers, there had been widespread speculation about the show's return. Showrunners have now confirmed that filming for series 15 is in full swing, even sharing a snapshot of a monochrome clapboard containing extra information. The social media post stated that the cast and crew had reunited on set and were working on a new series, declaring: "We're back in paradise. Filming has begun this week in Guadeloupe on the brand-new series of #DeathInParadise." Underneath the announcement, fans expressed their excitement. One person said, "Yay! Last season was so much better than it's been in a while," while another fan wrote, "Cannot wait to see my favourite DI!" reports the Express. Death in Paradise make huge show announcement (Image: (Image: BBC) ) Article continues below "Woop woop so exciting can't wait," chimed in one fan as a fourth stated: "Best news today." A fifth person commented: "Yay!! I can't wait." Elsewhere in the same comments section, fans were keen to convey that they would not be happy if Don Warrington's beloved character did not return to the show. An online user wrote: "Amazing news. Can't wait. I miss them all (hopefully The Commissioner is back) @donbwarrington," another agreed: "Needs @donbwarrington to be there or missing a huge talent." Fans demand to known if their beloved star will return to the show (Image: (Image: BBC) ) The programme's fanbase is keen to understand if Don will be making a comeback after season 14 wrapped up on a cliffhanger surrounding his alter-ego, Commissioner Selwyn Patterson. Don, who had played Selwyn since 2011, finally decided to step down from the police force, and it looked as though his character was leaving for good. Fans beg producers not to let Don leave the show (Image: (Image: BBC) ) In the series 14 finale, Selwyn Patterson was offered his job back after initially being replaced. Fans were shocked when Selwyn rejected the proposal and expressed his desire to take some time to visit his daughter, Andrina. In the final scenes, he offered his goodbyes to Catherine Bordey. He told her, "Promise me you will look after yourself and them," he added, gesturing to his ex-colleagues. Article continues below "Promise me this isn't farewell, but au revoir," the mayor said as he told her, "Au revoir then, my friend," before zipping off in a taxi. Death in Paradise can be streamed via BBC iPlayer.
Daily Mirror
29-04-2025
- Entertainment
- Daily Mirror
BBC Death in Paradise big show update issued as fans say 'I miss them all'
Bosses of the hit BBC crime drama Death In Paradise have taken to social media with an important announcement Death In Paradise fans are over the moon as production bosses took to social media to announce that a fresh series has been officially greenlit. Following the successful conclusion of its 14th outing, speculation was rife that the sun-soaked drama would be back for more gripping episodes. And now, it's a done deal. The bosses behind the show have revealed that cameras are rolling on the much-anticipated 15th instalment, even teasing fans with a snapshot of the iconic monochrome clapperboard sprinkled with tantalising details. A post from the team spilled the beans: "We're back in paradise. Filming has begun this week in Guadeloupe on the brand-new series of #DeathInParadise," reports the Express. Fans quickly swarmed social media to express their excitement, with one commenting: "Yay! ! Last season was so much better than it's been in a while," and another adding: "Cannot wait to see my fav DI!". Another fan added: "Woop woop so exciting can't wait," as a fourth agreed: "Best news today." A fifth person shared the same sentiment: "Yay!! I can't wait." Meanwhile, other fans took the time to demand that a beloved star is part of the news seasons cast, one viewer wrote: "Amazing news. Can't wait. I miss them all (hopefully The Commissioner is back) @donbwarrington." "Needs @donbwarrington to be there or missing a huge talent," stated another Death in Paradise fan. BBC viewers are eager to know if Don Warrington will be returning to the new series after the programme ended on a cliffhanger at the end of the last series. Don, who has played the role of Commissioner Selwyn Patterson since 2011, finally decided to leave his role in the police, with fans now worried he's excited for good. This is why season 15 will prove to be incredibly important for devoted fans as it's not yet been confirmed if Don's character will still have a role on the much-loved show after leaving his detective duties behind him. Series 14 finale saw Selwyn Patterson offered his job back after initially being replaced but he opted to instead reject the proposal, wanting to take some time for himself and visiting his daughter Andrina. The final scene saw him saying goodbye to Catherine Bordey, he asked her: "Promise me you will look after yourself, and them," he added, gesturing to his ex-colleagues. "Promise me this isn't farewell, but au revoir," asked the mayor as he told her: "Au revoir then, my friend," before zipping off in a taxi.
