“The last pictures we’ll ever see of Ray Stevenson’s Baylan Skoll”

A few hours ago, the finale of Ahsoka was released on Disney+. The Star Wars series has accompanied us over the past few weeks and has now delivered a finale that is both spectacular and touching. Especially in the final moments of the episode, series creator Dave Filoni relies on strong emotions.

The Ahsoka finale is touching not only because of the story it tells: it is also the last time we see Ray Stevenson in the role of former Jedi Baylan Skoll see who appeared as the antagonist of Ahsoka and Co. over the course of the eight episodes. The British actor died in Italy in May of this year.

Star Wars fans honor Ray Stevenson: With Baylan Skoll, he created one of the best new characters in the saga

Many Star Wars fans use the Ahsoka finale as an opportunity to say goodbye to Stevenson. “Thank you for your incredible performance, we will never forget you”it says on the social media platform X (formerly Twitter), where many memorial posts are currently coming together and honoring the actor.

The eight episodes of Ahsoka are over. “But let’s not forget how phenomenal the late Ray Stevenson was as Baylon Skoll throughout the series.” No matter how Baylan’s story continues, Stevenson leaves behind an iconic Star Wars character who has found a special place in the hearts of fans.

“The last pictures we’ll ever see of Ray Stevenson’s Baylan Skoll” – these words hurt. Although Baylan no longer plays a major role in the Ahsoka finale, Filoni gives the character and its actor one last strong moment that will not disappear from the memory of Star Wars fans any time soon.

The Star Wars fandom has rarely fallen in love with a new character as quickly as with Baylan Skoll. Saying goodbye to Ray Stevenson is even more difficult.

The Ahsoka finale was phenomenal, but nothing was more heartbreaking than seeing the late Ray Stevenson as Baylan for the last time. It’s depressing to know that we won’t get another performance from him. Mainly because of his figure still so much potential has in itself, especially after this cliffhanger. No one will ever match the convincing power of your performance. Thank you for taking us on this incredible journey. Rest in peace, Ray Stevenson.

Stevenson had many memorable scenes with co-star Ivanna Sakhno. She says goodbye on Instagram with the words: “To my friend Ray. Forever your wolf.” Sakhno portrayed Baylan Skoll’s student, Shin Hati, in Ahsoka.

The Ahsoka finale has a fairly open ending. Both Baylan’s story and Shin’s story are ongoing. So far, however, there is no official announcement as to whether the character Baylan will be recast for future seasons or other Star Wars projects.

After the Ahsoka finale: An appearance from Ray Stevenson is still coming

The 8th episode of Ahsoka marks Stevenson’s final appearance in the Star Wars universe. However, this is not his very last role in front of the camera. Before his death, he made the Hungarian action film 1242: Gateway To The West, which takes place in 13th century Europe and is released posthumously.

When Stevenson died, he was also in the middle of filming Cassino in Ischia. But he won’t appear in this film again. In July it was announced that Dominic Purcell, of Prison Break fame, would take over Stevenson’s role. The film tells the story of an aging action star who wants to score one last hit.

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