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Mr. Eko
Played by Adewale Akinnuoye-AgbajeThe SurvivorsThe Tail Section
A Nigerian man of imposing presence and few words who carries a carved scripture stick. A man of deep but complicated faith. His unflinching refusal to apologize for his past makes his confrontation with the Smoke Monster one of the show's most powerful scenes.
Notable Quotes
“Do not tell me what I can't do.”
“I did not ask for the life that I was given, but it was given nonetheless. And with it, I did my best.”
“You're next.”
Trivia
- Adewale Akinnuoye-Agbaje requested to be written off the show for personal reasons, leading to Eko's earlier-than-planned death.
- Eko's scripture stick, covered in Bible verses, became an iconic prop. The prop department created multiple versions throughout filming.
- The character was originally planned to have a much longer arc and potentially take on Locke's later storylines.