Death in Paradise's Don Gilet reveals ‘terrifying’ aspects of becoming show’s new lead detective

ok.co.uk:

The new leading man of Death in Paradise, Don Gilet, has described his experience of stepping into the role as "exciting and terrifying in equal measure", likening it to a rollercoaster ride at a theme park.The former EastEnders actor will be taking over from Ralf Little as the main character, playing detective inspector Mervin Wilson in the Christmas special and following series.

His character, a London detective on holiday, is asked to help solve the mystery surrounding Stuart Fullwell's (played by Marcus Brigstocke), who is found dead on a beach wearing a Santa suit.

Speaking about his first time in the role, Don said: "I’m sure it won’t be a surprise to say that it was both exciting and terrifying in equal measure." Don added: "I liken it to one of those scary rides at a theme park.

I’m going on it, and I know it’s going to be scary, but I’m going to do it. You’re daring yourself.Then you sit in the seat going, ‘What have I just let myself in for?’.