Ted Lasso includes an on-screen tribute to the late actor Anthony Head during Season 4. Multiple outlets report the show credits him with an “In memory of Anthony Head” card that appears at the end of Episode 9, which is titled “Mae Rides the Bus.” The tribute is tied to the conclusion of Rupert Mannion’s story arc in the season.
Context around the moment differs slightly by outlet focus. One account explains that earlier episodes build suspicion that Rupert has secretly been buying shares to regain control of AFC Richmond, but the latest episode ultimately traces the scheme to Zelda instead. Another outlet’s coverage centers more broadly on the tribute itself and notes that the actor died in June at age 72, after appearing across the earlier seasons as Rupert Mannion, former AFC Richmond owner, and Rebecca Walton’s ex-husband.
Reports also include remarks from cast members. Annette Badland, who plays pub owner Mae, says she did not know until after his death that Head was ill, and Hannah Waddingham reflects on how Rupert shaped her character and her experience filming. The tribute is presented as part of the show’s final stretch toward the season’s conclusion.
