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Ted Lasso Says Goodbye to Mae in Season 4 Episode 9
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In Short: In the penultimate episode of Ted Lasso's fourth season, titled 'Mae Rides the Bus,' the show bid farewell to beloved character Mae Green (Annette Badland).
The episode, which aired recently, featured Mae's final day supporting the Lady Greyhounds at their away match against Bristol City.
In addition to Mae's farewell, the episode also revealed Keeley's pregnancy and introduced a new plot twist involving AFC Richmond's ownership.
The episode concluded with a tribute card honoring the late Anthony Head, who played Rupert in Seasons 1-3 but did not appear in Season 4.
The episode's poignant farewell to Mae and the introduction of new storylines for other characters highlight the show's ability to balance joy and sorrow.
While a fifth season has not been confirmed, the show's ability to maintain its magic in Season 4 has left fans eagerly anticipating what's next.
What this adds
The episode's title hints at a goodbye to a beloved character who has been around since the first season.
The show's creator, Jason Sudeikis, had envisioned a three-season arc for Ted Lasso’s stint at the helm of the Lady Greyhounds, but the show's success led to an additional season.
The episode's farewell to Mae and the introduction of new storylines for other characters highlight the show's ability to balance joy and sorrow.
The episode's tribute to Anthony Head, who played Rupert, was a poignant moment for fans.
Background
Annette Badland, who has recurred as Mae since Season 1, reflected on the episode in an interview with Deadline and TVLine.
Apple TV+'s Ted Lasso honored the late Anthony Head in Episode 9 of its fourth season, 'Mae Rides the Bus,' which aired recently. The episode, filled with both joy and sorrow, included a touching tribute to Head, who played the recurring character Rupert Mannion.
Ted Lasso is an American comedy television series created by Jason Sudeikis, Bill Lawrence, Brendan Hunt, and Joe Kelly. It premiered on Apple TV+ on August 14, 2020.
What's confirmed
- DEADLINE: Did you know about this episode for Mae when you signed on for Season 4?
- "Ted Lasso" packed plenty into its penultimate Season 4 episode: Keeley learned that she's pregnant and expecting her first child with Roy, while viewers learned that Zelda, not Rebecca's ex-husband Rupert, is trying to steal Richmond out from under her. (The episode concluded with a tribute card honoring the late Anthony Head, who played Rupert in Seasons 1-3 but did not appear in Season 4.) But the hour's most bittersweet story belonged to Mae, who spent what would turn out to be her final day alongside the Lady Greyhounds.
- TVLINE | Did you know heading into Season 4 that Mae was going to pass away, or was that something you were told or discovered close to when you received the script for Episode 9?
- In the Q&A below, Annette Badland — who has recurred since Season 1 — reveals when she learned of Mae's fate, reflects on what the women's team meant to her character, and discusses Mae's poignant final day.
- He was very honorable and came to my room and talked to me about it.
- TVLINE | Mae had so many wonderful moments over these four seasons.
- This article contains major spoilers for the latest episode of Ted Lasso.
What's still developing
- RELATED: ‘Ted Lasso’ Episode 6 Recap: Phil Dunster Returns & New Believe Sign Debuts On New Year’s Eve “I love the Lionesses, so I was thrilled when [Season 4] happened, and the girls are tremendous and effervescent and glorious to be around. The pub quiz scene took a couple of days to shoot, but that was like a tidal wave coming,” Badland said.
- SPOILER ALERT: This post contains spoilers for Ted Lasso Season 4, Episode 9, titled “Mae Rides The Bus,” now streaming on Apple TV.
- The title of the second-to-last episode of Ted Lasso Season 4 hints at a goodbye to a beloved character who has been around since the first season.
- The penultimate episode of Ted Lasso ’s fourth season came with a touching farewell to one character.
- A fifth season is yet to be confirmed by Apple TV+, but Jason previously made it clear that he had envisioned a three-season arc for Ted Lasso’s stint at the helm of the Lady Greyhounds.
- “That’s what happens. You’re involved with folks, and they disappear. They go, and she loved her life,” Annette Badland told Deadline.
- How did you react when you found out what would happen for her in Episode 9?
- DEADLINE: Keeley’s pregnancy is revealed in 409, and I’ve heard some people talk about the cycle of life and how someone passes and then a new life comes into the world.
- And Mae couldn’t play football, wasn’t allowed to play football, I’m sure she’s had a lot of bad stuff in her life, but she just carries on and defies the odds and just keeps on pitching.
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- It bears noting that the fact that Goldstein wrote this episode makes their reunion even more glorious because we all know he loves the couple as much as the fans do.