Death in Paradise viewers recognised drug lord Miranda Priestly as actress Victoria Ekanoye, who previously starred on Coronation Street and The Royals. The two-part special aired on BBC One on Sunday, June 28, 2026, featuring DS Florence Cassell (Josephine Jobert) going undercover as a nanny to infiltrate Miranda's drug operation.
Who Is Victoria Ekanoye?
Victoria Ekanoye is a 44-year-old actress and singer who began her career in musical theatre, performing in the West End production of The Lion King as Queen Sarabi and Nala. She is best known internationally for playing Rachel, the loyal confidante and assistant to Elizabeth Hurley's Queen Helena in the E! series The Royals.
Prior to her guest role in Death in Paradise, Ekanoye had a two-year stint on ITV's Coronation Street as Angie Appleton. Other notable onscreen roles include appearances in Girl Taken, The Turkish Detective, Doctors, and The Worst Witch.
Music Career and Upcoming Projects
In 2019, Ekanoye participated in the celebrity edition of The X Factor, where she performed in the "Over 31s" category under judge Nicole Scherzinger, finishing in 11th place. She has several upcoming projects, including the BBC drama The Split Up, a spin-off of the legal series The Split. Additionally, she will appear in the romantic drama As Bad as Me and the holiday film An English Christmas Wish, expected later this year.
Death in Paradise is available to watch on BBC One and BBC iPlayer.
