Death in Paradise star Shaquille Ali-Yebuah has been flooded with support after sharing a heartwarming behind-the-scenes video with fans. The BBC actor, who joined the drama in 2025 as Officer Sebastian (Seb) Rose, offered a peek behind the scenes on Instagram while in character's uniform, encountering enthusiastic fans.
Fan Encounters on Set
In the footage, Ali-Yebuah shook one woman's hand before moving to another to capture a photograph with her as she screamed with excitement. His co-star Shantol Jackson, who portrays Detective Sergeant Naomi Thomas, joined them for the photograph as the lady could be heard shouting, "Oh my god!" As they were posing, Don Gilet, who appears as DI Mervin Wilson, rushed into the frame, generating further excitement, according to the Express.
One segment showed the woman expressing her passion for the programme, telling Shaquille that she has watched Death in Paradise from season one through to the most recent series numerous times.
Global Fan Support
Ali-Yebuah captioned the post: "Honestly, Big Shoutout to all the 'DIP' fans Worldwide. We regularly get fans from all over the globe flying in just to visit us, (and trust me the island isn't easy to get to!)" He added: "The love is crazy, these amazing DIP fans flew all the way from Australia, UK & Netherlands just to meet us & visit the set."
Offering a brief update on when the next instalment will broadcast, he teased: "We love & appreciate you all, Season 16 coming soon."
Viewers React
Comments flooded in, with numerous people commending his manner when encountering supporters. One viewer remarked: "This is too cute." Another posted: "This is so sweet!" A further admirer noted: "We had the luck to meet you in June during filming at Honoré Police Station. You guys are amazing, and we're still overwhelmed and impressed by your kindness. Thanks for this memory." Someone else added: "The absolute sweetest humans!" while another commented: "This is beautiful, my brother, thanks for sharing."
Death in Paradise is available to watch on BBC iPlayer.
