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Ted Lasso Pays Heartfelt Tribute to Late Star
30 Sep
Summary
- Ted Lasso season 4 finale honored actor Anthony Head.
- Anthony Head, who played Rupert, died on June 5.
- Head's passing was due to complications from pneumonia.
The critically acclaimed Apple TV comedy, Ted Lasso, recently concluded its penultimate episode of season 4 with a significant tribute. The episode, titled "Mae Rides the Bus," featured a solemn title card dedicated to the memory of actor Anthony Head. Head, who was a prominent figure in the series, portrayed the character Rupert Mannion for the first three seasons.
Anthony Head's passing was confirmed on June 5, at the age of 72. His daughters announced that his death resulted from complications related to pneumonia. The title card in the episode served as a poignant acknowledgment of his contribution to the show and his absence.
This memorial also coincided with the in-universe storyline of the death of Mae Green, a regular character and owner of The Crown & Anchor pub. Reflecting on Head's absence, co-star Annette Badland described him as a "beautiful man" who was "charming and funny and generous." She noted that many, including herself, were unaware of his illness until much later.
Head's career spanned several decades, and he was also known for his role in "Buffy the Vampire Slayer." His daughters, in a statement following his death, acknowledged the profound impact of his work and expressed that his legacy would continue to live on through his performances and the audiences who cherished them.
