Death in Paradise continues tonight with series 12, and Sophie Chambers is very much a feature of Neville’s life – so who is actress Chelsea Edge?
Viewers were delighted to see Neville hitting it off with the new character in the Death in Paradise Christmas special episode.
And, unlike a lot of the guests who come and go on the island of Saint Marie, Sophie has an ongoing storyline in series 12 as her relationship with Neville grows.
So who is Sophie Chambers actress Chelsea Edge, and what other shows has she appeared in?
Here’s everything we know.
Who plays Sophie Chambers in Death in Paradise?
Chelsea Edge plays Neville’s new love interest, Sophie Chambers, in the BBC crime drama Death in Paradise.
Sophie was introduced in the Christmas special after a chance encounter with Neville at the airport car park, while she was holidaying on the island of Saint Marie.
Describing her character as “very sweet”, actress Chelsea said that Sophie is looking for some adventure, having done very little travelling in her life so far.
Chelsea remained in Guadeloupe for several months so she could film her scenes for the show.
Talking to the Express, Chelsea claimed that she didn’t quite believe it herself when she got the part in the comedy-drama.
She said: “I was super excited. It is such a well-loved show; all my family and friends watch it.
“My friends were like ‘what?!… No way!’.
“They thought I would only be doing one episode because of the guest spots so, when I told them I would be out there for six months, they couldn’t believe it!
“Everyone has been so welcoming and the location is incredible.
“When you wake up and see the ocean or watch the sunset you cannot think of the downsides, it’s so beautiful.”
Death in Paradise: How did Neville meet Sophie?
For so long, DI Parker Neville only had eyes for Florence Cassell.
However, their romance wasn’t meant to be as Florence decided they should just be friends.
However, things started to look up for Neville in the Death in Paradise Christmas special when he had an awkward encounter with potential new love interest, Sophie.
The pair met at an airport car park when ever-clumsy Neville knocked into her with a suitcase.
He then accidentally swapped their luggage before driving off with her belongings.
And, to make things even worse, he almost crashed into her taxi!
The pair reunited when Sophie turned up at the police station looking for her belongings…
Sophie confessed: “Finally I can put some clean clothes on. I’m wearing the same ones I arrive in.”
Neville jokingly replied: “I was wondering what the smell was.”
However, Neville’s comments surprisingly didn’t seem to scare Sophie off and the pair sat down to enjoy Christmas lunch together, towards the end of the episode.
Looking at the food in front of him, Neville claimed: “There’s way too much for me here. Maybe you could help me out with it?”
Sophie then replied: “I thought you’d never ask.”
Talking about what’s in store for Neville and his new love interest, Ralf Little told Lorraine during a recent appearance: “It’s never simple for Neville, he’s not been particularly lucky in love.
“I can safely say that however it plays out with Sophie, it’s going to be complicated.”
In an interview with Hello, he admitted his character is “smitten”.
Are Sophie and Neville going to stay together?
Viewers know that Sophie returned in episode 1 and 2 of Death in Paradise series 12, and she enjoyed a holiday romance with Neville.
When her holiday came to an end, they agreed NOT to keep in touch when she returned to Manchester.
However, their bond proved too strong and the lovebirds did agree to meet again, with Sophie returning in episodes 5 and 6.
Will they keep a long-distance relationship going, or will she move to Saint Marie?
Or could Neville even follow her back to the UK, like his predecessor
Who is Death in Paradise star Chelsea Edge?
Chelsea Edge is a British actress who’s made appearances in several popular TV shows.
The actress started her acting career in 2013, when she played the receptionist in the film The Lost Generation.
In 2016, she portrayed the real Alice Webster in the emotional drama The Missing.
She played Vera, Nikki Holler in Queens of Mystery, Valerie in I Hate Suzie Too, and Heather in Suspicion.
Chelsea also popped up in Star Wars spin-off Andor as
Now, the young actress has taken on the role of Neville’s new love interest, Sophie, in the BBC One drama Death in Paradise.
How old is Death in Paradise star Chelsea Edge?
Chelsea Edge’s exact age isn’t known to the public.
However, according to Popular Net Worth, Chelsea Edge is between the ages of 22 and 32 years old.
Death in Paradise: Does Chelsea Edge have a boyfriend?
Chelsea Edge has kept her personal life relatively private so far.
As far as we know, Chelsea Edge is single and doesn’t have a boyfriend.
There are no signs of Chelsea having a partner on her Instagram @chelseaedge either.
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What else has Chelsea Edge been in?
In 2014, Chelsea’s career sky-rocked after she bagged a role alongside Keeley Hawes in the thrilling drama The Missing.
She then went on to play Kayleigh Mincham in an episode of the ITV drama Vera and Nikki Holler in Queens of Mystery in 2019.
Last year, Chelsea then took on the role of Ingenue in one episode of Disney‘s Star Wars spin-off series, Andor.
She also took on the role of Heather in the hit drama Suspicion.
In the series, Chelsea got to star alongside many famous Hollywood actors including Uma Thurman, Tom Rhys Harries, Elyes Gabel, Lydia West, Robert Glenister, and Angel Coulby.
You might also recognise Chelsea for playing Valerie in I Hate Suzie Too.
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Death in Paradise series 12 continues on Fridays at 9pm.
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