Ahsoka cast pays tribute to Ray Stevenson after ‘heartbreaking’ final appearance

star wars spinoff cast Ahsoka After his final appearance in the series, he paid tribute to the late Ray Stevenson.

Stevenson is an actor known for roles such as: King Arthur, Punisher: Warzone ” and Marvel’s “Thor.” He died in May at the age of 58.

in Ahsokahe played Balan Squall, a lightsaber-wielding Dark Jedi who appears prominently throughout the first season.

Co-stars shared tributes to the actor after the season finale was released this week on Disney+.

Ivanna Sakhno, who plays the character’s apprentice Shin Hati, shared a photo of the painting on Instagram Wolves chasing Sol and Mani Written by John Charles Doleman.

“For my friend Ray. Forever your wolf,” she wrote next to it.

Rosario Dawson, who plays series protagonist Ahsoka Tano, responded to the post, writing, “Thank you, Rey, for everything. Thank you for deepening and enriching every moment. You will forever be an inspiration.”

Diana Lee Inosanto, who plays Morgan Elsbeth in the series, commented: “Ray, to our Poetry of Movement, may we always think of you every time we look at the stars.” did.

Sabine Wren’s Natasha Liu Bordizo also responded with a “heart” emoji and an infinity symbol.

Stevenson’s cause of death has not been disclosed. Earlier this year, a tribute to the actor was shared on the official Star Wars website.

“We are heartbroken to hear of the passing of our dear friend Ray Stevenson. Ray was a man with an incredible combination of talent, warmth, humor and heart.” It was dark.

“His ability to play a villain while actually being a very kind and caring person is a testament to his great talent.”

before his role Ahsoka, Stevenson was known for playing the superhero Frank Castle, aka the Punisher, in the Netflix film. daredevil and punisher series.

fan of Ahsoka He also shared his appreciation for Stevenson’s performance on social media.

“Thank you Ray Stevenson for everything you put into the character of Beylan Squall in Ahsoka. It was a real pleasure and we will be forever grateful,” one person wrote on X/Twitter .

“Tonight’s #ahsoka season finale was amazing, but nothing was more heartbreaking than watching the late Ray Stevenson play #Baylan for the final and final time,” one person wrote. It’s depressing to think we won’t get any more performances from him. His character in particular has so many possibilities by the end of the series and that cliffhanger.

“No one can deliver that sheer power that you played so brilliantly at us in your performance. Thank you so much for giving us a hell of a ride, and rest in peace Ray Stevenson. Please sleep.”

Ahsoka It is currently available to stream on Disney+.