The season finale of Death in Paradise finished on a dramatic cliff hanger, leaving fans confused of what's to come in Season 15. Commissioner Selwyn Patterson, portrayed by Don Warrington, appears to have made his touching exit from the crime drama after he was given the opportunity to reclaim his position following complications with his successor. The pivotal moment saw Selwyn being offered the chance to resume his role, but he had a significant choice to make.
Later in the episode, whilst the team gathered to celebrate at Catherine's Bar, Selwyn arrived by taxi signifying something had changed. Catherine greeted him: "There you are, sit down, I'll bring you a rum," but when she picked up on the fact that the Commissioner came in a taxi rather than driving himself. Confronted by her query regarding the job proposal, he said, "I won't be staying," and disclosed his feelings about returning to his post: "I don't know but it felt wrong to say yes, too much has happened, and right now, I can't see a way of getting things back to how they were," suggesting he would not be resuming his duties and planned to leave the island temporarily.
For the latest TV and showbiz gossip sign up to our newsletter . Renowned actor Don Warrington has been a staple on the series since its beginning, his character leaving his mark over the years. Throughout his tenure, Don has collaborated with each of the five detectives portrayed on the show: DI Richard Poole (Ben Miller), DI Humphrey Goodman (K.






































