24-5-2023 (London) Ray Stevenson, the acclaimed actor who graced both the small and big screens with his versatile performances, has passed away at the age of 58.
Stevenson, known for his memorable roles in popular TV series such as Rome, Vikings, and Dexter, as well as his appearances in films like the Thor franchise and the Divergent series, leaves behind a legacy of remarkable contributions to the entertainment industry.
The actor’s US-based publicist firm, Viewpoint, confirmed his death to the BBC, but no further details have been provided at this time.
Although the cause of his death remains undisclosed, reports suggest that Stevenson was hospitalized while filming on the picturesque Italian island of Ischia.
Tragically, his passing occurred just four days before his 59th birthday, adding to the sorrow felt by fans and colleagues alike.
Born in Northern Ireland in 1964, Stevenson relocated to England at the age of eight when his father, who served in the Royal Air Force (RAF), was stationed near Lisburn, County Antrim.
Growing up in Newcastle upon Tyne, he discovered his passion for acting after witnessing a captivating performance by John Malkovich in a West End theatre production in London.
Stevenson honed his craft at the prestigious Bristol Old Vic Theatre School and made his early mark in the television landscape with a role in the Catherine Cookson drama The Dwelling Place.
Throughout his career, he graced British television screens in a variety of shows, including Waking the Dead, Dalziel and Pascoe, and At Home with the Braithwaites,
