hollywood and beyond has paid tribute to actor ray stevenson whose death was announced yesterday may 22 stevenson was 58 years old and died on sunday after being hospitalized while filming in italy the actor born in northern ireland was best known for his roles in the first three thor movies rrr and tv shows like rome black sails dexter and vikings hes also set to appear in the upcoming star wars series ahsoka which will be released on disney plus in augustsharing in grief with you all ahsoka star rosario dawson tweeted what a ray of light been calling castcrew the rest of my family to say how much i love them let this be your reminder to love on your peoples in real time while you can ray was so vivacious unbelievably present vibrant he truly liveddamn so sorry to hear about the passing far too young of ray stevenson tweeted james gunn i only knew him a little from shooting postcredits of thor 2 a couple interactions at events but we had some good laughs he was a joy to work with his friends family are in my heart todayshocking just cant believe this news ray brought in so much energy and vibrancy with him to the sets it was infectious working with him was pure joy said rrr director ss rajamouli my prayers are with his family may his soul rest in peaceram charan stevensons costar in the hit indian movie added shocking and deeply saddened with news of ray stevenson passing away rest in peace dear scott youll be remembered forever referring to his character british governor scott buxtonthe official thor twitter account posted we are deeply saddened by the passing of ray stevenson who brought humor and wit to the character of volstagg he was a wonderful actor who will be deeply missed and our thoughts are with his family and loved onesrip ray stevenson you are a legend wrote his black sails costar zach mcgowan an unforgettable scene partner and friend sending much love to your family i will see you in davie jones locker when i get there brotherour thoughts are with stevensons family and loved ones