Death in Paradise star Don Gilet has revealed that venomous centipedes, known as scolopendras, have been spotted on the set of the BBC murder mystery series. The actor, who plays Detective Inspector Mervin Wilson, shared that the creatures frequently appear while filming on the Caribbean island of Guadeloupe.
Speaking to the Daily Star, Gilet described how the centipedes have a habit of sneaking into beds and shoes. "People have found them in their beds and in their shoes. I have seen a few of them already. I always do checks, so I don't get any surprises!" he said. Despite their venomous nature, the 59-year-old actor remains unperturbed, noting that local crew members treat them like ants while British cast members flee in panic.
The actor added that he has not personally encountered any dangerous wildlife on set. However, he expressed annoyance at the loud nocturnal chorus of insects, saying, "I have an issue with how loud it gets at night. There's quite a chorus going on. I'd rather they didn't make so much noise."
Death in Paradise returns for its 15th series on January 30, with a new batch of guest stars including Siobhan Finneran, Scarlett Alice Johnson, Hermione Norris, Ben Willbond, and Steffan Rhodri. The upcoming season will see Mervin attempting to connect with his half-brother Solomon, while Commissioner Selwyn Patterson faces the fallout of his recent absence from Saint Marie. New recruit Sergeant Mattie Fletcher also joins the team, bringing complications from her past.
