AHSOKA Star Rosario Dawson Shares New BTS Photos From Series While Paying Tribute To The Late Ray Stevenson

Yesterday, we learned that Ahsoka star Ray Stevenson has passed away aged 58. His co-star, Rosario Dawson, has since taken to social media to share a tribute and new behind-the-scenes photos from set.

By JoshWilding - May 23, 2023 09:05 AM EST

Filed Under: Star Wars

Yesterday, we learned that Ahsoka star Ray Stevenson had died at the age of 58. Details about the alleged illness that saw him hospitalised over the weekend have not been revealed, but tributes continue pouring in for an actor who was clearly beloved by those he worked with.

After first joining the Star Wars franchise with animated series Star Wars Rebels (where he voiced Gar Saxon), Stevenson was tapped to play the villainous Baylan Skoll in this summer's live-action Ahsoka. The expectation is that he'll be an incredibly important part of the series, with theories running rampant that he may, in fact, be playing the evil Joruus C'baoth from Timothy Zahn's Heir to the Empire novels.

Ahsoka showrunner Dave Filoni tells StarWars.com, "We have lost a great talent and friend in Ray Stevenson. His kindness and generosity were felt by our entire team on Ahsoka. I always looked forward to working with Ray, and I appreciated his insight and daily wisdom."

"I am glad that his memory will live on through his family, friends, and the many characters he created. Thank you Ray, for everything."

Ahsoka Tano herself, Rosario Dawson, has also weighed in with her own tribute. Taking to Instagram, where she shared a number of behind-the-scenes photos from the series, the actress called Stevenson, "A giant of a man."

"[I'm] stunned and reeling from this tragic, devastating news. Gone too soon from this world," she continued. "At a loss for words...just wanted to mark this moment and share your ever-ready and present smile. Love you forever. Holding your family in my heart."

It's unclear what role, if any, Stevenson's character was set to play beyond Ahsoka, but his lightsaber-wielding baddie has already captivated Star Wars fans.

Our thoughts go out to Ray's family and friends at this time.

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