The actor first appeared on Vera in 2011 alongside Brenda Blethyn's DCI Vera Stanhope and remained a key character until season four when he made way for DS Aiden Healy, played by Kenny Doughty.

However, it was during the fourth season that the now 44 year old actor decided to bid farewell to the ITV drama, paving the way for DS Aiden Healy star Kenny Doughty to join the cast. Leon made a ...

Actor David Leon may be best known for playing DI Joe Ashworth ... making room for DS Aiden Healy star Kenny Doughty to join the cast. But it was in season 13 last year following Aiden’s departure ...

Last November, Neil appeared on ITV's This Morning to discuss the enduring drama. Alison Hammond even asked the actor whether ...

Neil Dudgeon has addressed his future as DCI John Barnaby in an exciting series announcement. Neil joined the series in 2011 ...

Midsomer Murders star Neil Dudgeon has spoken out on his future as DCI John Barnaby in an exciting series announcement.

Midsomer Murders star Neil Dudgeon has addressed his future as DCI John Barnaby in an exciting series announcement ...

According to the bookies, Vera actor Kenny Doughty is the favourite to take over Neil's role. Others in the betting frame include Martin Clunes, with odds of 20/1, vying for the spot along with ...

Vera actor Kenny Doughty has come out on top and is the bookies' favourite to replace Neil. Martin Clunes has also been given odds of 20/1 to replace Neil, alongside Only Fools and Horses star ...