Avi was last seen being tortured by the Russians in the final episodes of Season 4 of “Ray Donovan.” He was eventually rescued by Ray and seemed to be alive, though his ultimate fate was left somewhat ambiguous.
In the earlier seasons of “Ray Donovan,” Avi Rudin, played by actor Steven Bauer, was a trusted associate of Ray Donovan and a key member of his fixer team. Avi is an Israeli Mossad agent turned private investigator, who often handles the more violent and dangerous aspects of Ray’s operations.
As the series progressed, Avi’s loyalty and dedication to Ray were evident, but his involvement in the darker side of Ray’s business often put him in harm’s way. In Season 4, Avi’s storyline took a dramatic turn when he was captured by the Russian mob. This was part of a larger conflict that Ray was embroiled in with the Russian mafia.
During his captivity, Avi was subjected to brutal torture as the Russians attempted to extract information from him. Despite the intense situation, Avi remained resilient and did not betray Ray. Ray, recognizing Avi’s loyalty and the direness of his situation, orchestrated a rescue mission. In a tense sequence, Ray and his team managed to save Avi from his captors.
After his rescue, Avi’s condition was precarious, and while he survived the ordeal, the show did not delve deeply into his recovery or future. The series continued to focus on Ray and his immediate family’s challenges, leaving Avi’s story without a definitive conclusion. Fans were left to speculate about his recovery and whether he continued to work with Ray or chose to step away from the dangerous life of a fixer.