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Original Green Power Ranger Jason Frank Dead At 49
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Ubiquitous
Nov 21, 2022, 9:12:43 AM11/21/22
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Jason David Frank, best known for portraying Tommy Oliver, the original Green
and White Ranger on Mighty Morphin Power Rangers, died at 49 years old in
Texas, a representative confirmed Sunday to media outlets.
“Please respect the privacy of his family and friends during this horrible
time as we come to terms with the loss of such a wonderful human being. He
loved his family, friends, and fans very much,” Justine Hunt, a
representative for Frank, told TMZ. “He will truly be missed.”
Although sources have not confirmed the cause of his death, TMZ reports that
Frank’s death resulted from suicide.
Born in Covina, California, Frank began making waves in his career in the
1990s in both television and film adaptations of the popular franchise.
During his time with the franchise, he started as the Green Ranger in Season
1. He later became the group leader as the White Ranger, and was a leading
cast member for 123 episodes spread over 3 seasons.
https://youtu.be/BxNiFMjobbo
Walter Jones, who played the Black Ranger alongside Frank in the family
television series, told TMZ his co-star “was an inspiration to so many
people.
“His presence will be dearly missed,” Jones said. “It’s so sad to lose
another member of our Ranger family. Jason was one of the biggest pranksters
on the show. He had a wild sense of humor. We had our shares of ups and
downs, but I stayed consistent about being an ear if he needed one. My
prayers go out to his family and all that will miss him.”
Amy Jo Johnson, who played the Pink Ranger, posted a tribute to her former
co-star on Instagram.
“Jase, you were beautiful and truly unique,” she wrote on Instagram. “My life
just won’t be the same without your frenetic, hilarious, caring, driven, and
creative ball of energy. I will always love you, dear friend. Please Rest now
In Peace.”
The actor was also a professionally trained mixed martial artist. During his
34 years of experience, Frank earned an 8th degree black belt in American
Karate, a purple belt in Brazilian Jiu Jitsu, won the gold medal at Mater
Toddy’s Full Contact Muay Thai competition in Las Vegas, and created the
martial art known as Toso Kune Do.
The World Karate Union Hall of Fame inducted Frank in 2003 as the American
Karate Master of the Year.
Frank, who also trained taekwondo and judo, fought professionally from 2008
to 2010.
Frank owned and operated Rising Sun Karate and MMA, founded Jesus Didn’t
Tap, the first Christian line of MMA fighting apparel and gear.
Mike Bronzoulis, a closer friend and trainer of Frank, shared a picture of
the two on Facebook after hearing the news of Frank’s death.
‘RIP my brother from another mother Jason David Frank, Bronzoulis wrote. “I’m
still in shock. I’m feeling terrible he called left me a message and I took
too long.”
‘Jason was a good friend to me and I will miss him” he added. “Love n prayers
for his wife Tammy and their kids, I [pray] that God gets yall through this
difficult time.’
Frank posted on Twitter last summer announcing he would make an appearance at
the first edition of ComicCon Paraguay scheduled November 25th-27th.
Comic Con Paraguay November 25th-27th #paraguay #comicconparaguay
See you there! pic.twitter.com/UyAqfzEkDM
— Jason David Frank (@jdfffn) July 21, 2022
Frank is survived by his wife, Tammie, and four children.
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Let's go Brandon!
and White Ranger on Mighty Morphin Power Rangers, died at 49 years old in
Texas, a representative confirmed Sunday to media outlets.
“Please respect the privacy of his family and friends during this horrible
time as we come to terms with the loss of such a wonderful human being. He
loved his family, friends, and fans very much,” Justine Hunt, a
representative for Frank, told TMZ. “He will truly be missed.”
Although sources have not confirmed the cause of his death, TMZ reports that
Frank’s death resulted from suicide.
Born in Covina, California, Frank began making waves in his career in the
1990s in both television and film adaptations of the popular franchise.
During his time with the franchise, he started as the Green Ranger in Season
1. He later became the group leader as the White Ranger, and was a leading
cast member for 123 episodes spread over 3 seasons.
https://youtu.be/BxNiFMjobbo
Walter Jones, who played the Black Ranger alongside Frank in the family
television series, told TMZ his co-star “was an inspiration to so many
people.
“His presence will be dearly missed,” Jones said. “It’s so sad to lose
another member of our Ranger family. Jason was one of the biggest pranksters
on the show. He had a wild sense of humor. We had our shares of ups and
downs, but I stayed consistent about being an ear if he needed one. My
prayers go out to his family and all that will miss him.”
Amy Jo Johnson, who played the Pink Ranger, posted a tribute to her former
co-star on Instagram.
“Jase, you were beautiful and truly unique,” she wrote on Instagram. “My life
just won’t be the same without your frenetic, hilarious, caring, driven, and
creative ball of energy. I will always love you, dear friend. Please Rest now
In Peace.”
The actor was also a professionally trained mixed martial artist. During his
34 years of experience, Frank earned an 8th degree black belt in American
Karate, a purple belt in Brazilian Jiu Jitsu, won the gold medal at Mater
Toddy’s Full Contact Muay Thai competition in Las Vegas, and created the
martial art known as Toso Kune Do.
The World Karate Union Hall of Fame inducted Frank in 2003 as the American
Karate Master of the Year.
Frank, who also trained taekwondo and judo, fought professionally from 2008
to 2010.
Frank owned and operated Rising Sun Karate and MMA, founded Jesus Didn’t
Tap, the first Christian line of MMA fighting apparel and gear.
Mike Bronzoulis, a closer friend and trainer of Frank, shared a picture of
the two on Facebook after hearing the news of Frank’s death.
‘RIP my brother from another mother Jason David Frank, Bronzoulis wrote. “I’m
still in shock. I’m feeling terrible he called left me a message and I took
too long.”
‘Jason was a good friend to me and I will miss him” he added. “Love n prayers
for his wife Tammy and their kids, I [pray] that God gets yall through this
difficult time.’
Frank posted on Twitter last summer announcing he would make an appearance at
the first edition of ComicCon Paraguay scheduled November 25th-27th.
Comic Con Paraguay November 25th-27th #paraguay #comicconparaguay
See you there! pic.twitter.com/UyAqfzEkDM
— Jason David Frank (@jdfffn) July 21, 2022
Frank is survived by his wife, Tammie, and four children.
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Let's go Brandon!
anim8rfsk
Nov 21, 2022, 1:51:30 PM11/21/22
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Ubiquitous <web...@polaris.net> wrote:
> Jason David Frank, best known for portraying Tommy Oliver, the original Green
> and White Ranger on Mighty Morphin Power Rangers, died at 49 years old in
> Texas, a representative confirmed Sunday to media outlets.
>
> “Please respect the privacy of his family and friends during this horrible
> time
Am I the only one that thinks there’s just something wrong with putting out
> Jason David Frank, best known for portraying Tommy Oliver, the original Green
> and White Ranger on Mighty Morphin Power Rangers, died at 49 years old in
> Texas, a representative confirmed Sunday to media outlets.
>
> “Please respect the privacy of his family and friends during this horrible
> time
a press release asking you to respect their privacy?
> --
> Let's go Brandon!
>
>
The last thing I want to do is hurt you, but it is still on my list.
A Friend
Nov 21, 2022, 2:32:30 PM11/21/22
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In article
<1374652060.690748579.6...@news.easynews.com>,
> > time
>
> Am I the only one that thinks there零 just something wrong with putting out
<1374652060.690748579.6...@news.easynews.com>,
anim8rfsk <anim...@cox.net> wrote:
> Ubiquitous <web...@polaris.net> wrote:
> > Jason David Frank, best known for portraying Tommy Oliver, the original
> > Green
> > and White Ranger on Mighty Morphin Power Rangers, died at 49 years old in
> > Texas, a representative confirmed Sunday to media outlets.
> >
> > ?Please respect the privacy of his family and friends during this horrible
> Ubiquitous <web...@polaris.net> wrote:
> > Jason David Frank, best known for portraying Tommy Oliver, the original
> > Green
> > and White Ranger on Mighty Morphin Power Rangers, died at 49 years old in
> > Texas, a representative confirmed Sunday to media outlets.
> >
> > time
>
> Am I the only one that thinks there零 just something wrong with putting out
> a press release asking you to respect their privacy?
No, you're not.
anim8rfsk
Nov 21, 2022, 3:11:06 PM11/21/22
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A Friend <no...@noway.com> wrote:
> In article
> <1374652060.690748579.6...@news.easynews.com>,
> anim8rfsk <anim...@cox.net> wrote:
>
>> Ubiquitous <web...@polaris.net> wrote:
>>> Jason David Frank, best known for portraying Tommy Oliver, the original
>>> Green
>>> and White Ranger on Mighty Morphin Power Rangers, died at 49 years old in
>>> Texas, a representative confirmed Sunday to media outlets.
>>>
>>> ?Please respect the privacy of his family and friends during this horrible
>>> time
>>
>> Am I the only one that thinks thereąs just something wrong with putting out
> In article
> <1374652060.690748579.6...@news.easynews.com>,
> anim8rfsk <anim...@cox.net> wrote:
>
>> Ubiquitous <web...@polaris.net> wrote:
>>> Jason David Frank, best known for portraying Tommy Oliver, the original
>>> Green
>>> and White Ranger on Mighty Morphin Power Rangers, died at 49 years old in
>>> Texas, a representative confirmed Sunday to media outlets.
>>>
>>> ?Please respect the privacy of his family and friends during this horrible
>>> time
>>
>> a press release asking you to respect their privacy?
>
>
> No, you're not.
>
:)
>
>
> No, you're not.
>
Ninapenda Jibini
Nov 21, 2022, 7:56:22 PM11/21/22
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anim8rfsk <anim...@cox.net> wrote in
news:1374652060.690748579.6...@news.easynews.co
m:
> Ubiquitous <web...@polaris.net> wrote:
>> Jason David Frank, best known for portraying Tommy Oliver, the
>> original Green and White Ranger on Mighty Morphin Power
>> Rangers, died at 49 years old in Texas, a representative
>> confirmed Sunday to media outlets.
>>
>> “Please respect the privacy of his family and friends during
>> this horrible time
>
> Am I the only one that thinks there’s just something wrong
> with putting out a press release asking you to respect their
> privacy?
>
I serously doubt they have much control over the fact that a press
release was gong to happen. When Hollywood types are involved, the
subeject of a press release rarely does.
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Terry Austin
Proof that Alan Baker is a liar and a fool, and even stupider than
Lynn:
https://www.cbp.gov/newsroom/stats/sw-border-migration
"Terry Austin: like the polio vaccine, only with more asshole."
-- David Bilek
Jesus forgives sinners, not criminals.
news:1374652060.690748579.6...@news.easynews.co
m:
> Ubiquitous <web...@polaris.net> wrote:
>> Jason David Frank, best known for portraying Tommy Oliver, the
>> original Green and White Ranger on Mighty Morphin Power
>> Rangers, died at 49 years old in Texas, a representative
>> confirmed Sunday to media outlets.
>>
>> “Please respect the privacy of his family and friends during
>> this horrible time
>
> Am I the only one that thinks there’s just something wrong
> with putting out a press release asking you to respect their
> privacy?
>
release was gong to happen. When Hollywood types are involved, the
subeject of a press release rarely does.
--
Terry Austin
Proof that Alan Baker is a liar and a fool, and even stupider than
Lynn:
https://www.cbp.gov/newsroom/stats/sw-border-migration
"Terry Austin: like the polio vaccine, only with more asshole."
-- David Bilek
Jesus forgives sinners, not criminals.
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