GREEN Power Rangers actor Jason David Frank, who passed away at the age of 49, reportedly got into an argument with his wife Tammie hours before his death according to law enforcement.
Jason, known for his role as the Green ranger and later the White ranger in the popular television series Power Rangers, was in the middle of a divorce with Tammie when the pair reportedly checked into separate rooms at a Texas hotel on Friday night sources told TMZ.
The outlet reported that the couple got into multiple arguments throughout the night causing hotel staffers to get involved to calm it down.
Tammie then reportedly became concerned for his safety and called the cops around 5am on Saturday morning.
According to law enforcement, when officers couldn't make contact with Jason, hotel management let them in and they found the actor's body in the bathroom.
Jason is survived by his four children - Hunter, Jacob, Skye, and Jenna.
His cause of death is reportedly believed to be by suicide, sources told TMZ.
If you or someone you know is affected by any of the issues raised in this story, call the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline at 800-273-TALK (8255) or text Crisis Text Line at 741741.
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Hasbro’s tribute
The official Power Rangers Twitter account has shared a video remembering Jason David Frank.
“Ranger Nation, we mourn together,” the tribute reads.
“Today, we celebrate the heart, strength, and raw talent that Jason David Frank brought to Power Rangers as Tommy Oliver.
“He was truly a legend among us and we will miss him. May the Power protect him, always.”
The emotional video included some of Jason’s best moments as Tommy Oliver.
Other Power Rangers troubles, continued
According to the indictment, St John allegedly conspired in a scheme to create businesses or use existing ones to submit applications fraudulently to the Small Business Administration to get Paycheck Protection Program (PPP) funding.
It’s alleged the defendants managed to obtain 16 loans or more and at least $3.5million.
The government set up the Paycheck Protection Program to dish out loans using taxpayer money to support small businesses and their workers hampered by the coronavirus pandemic.
More than $349billion worth of forgivable loans were set aside by the US treasury to help small businesses pay their employees during the crisis.
Other Power Rangers troubles
Austin St John, real name Jason Lawrence Geiger, shot to fame as the original red Power Ranger as teen superhero Jason Lee Scott.
He was the youngest member of the cast when the show first aired.
The martial artist was renowned for his taekwondo, judo, and Kenpo skills before he left the show in its second season amid a reported pay dispute.
He starred as the Gold Power Ranger Zeo and appeared in a 2002 episode of Power Rangers Wild Force.
Decades later, he’s facing a 20-year jail sentence after being accused of taking part in a multi-million dollar stimulus fraud scheme.
He’s one of 18 people named in a federal indictment, charged with violations of conspiracy to commit wire fraud in Texas.
Comic Con on Jason David Frank’s death
New York Comic Con took to Twitter to remember the late Power Ranger.
The Twitter account wrote: “We are saddened to hear about the passing of Jason David Frank.
“He was incredible with his fans and an absolute joy to have at our shows.
“He will be so missed and forever remembered as our Green Ranger.”
Jason David Frank remembered for bringing ‘countless smiles’
The official Power Rangers Twitter page remembered Jason David Frank in a heartwarming post.
The tweet read: “All of Ranger Nation is deeply saddened by the loss of Jason David Frank.
“JDF brought countless smiles to fans over the years and will be greatly missed.
“May the Power protect him, always.”
Power Rangers: Where are they now? conclusion
Jason David Frank has died at the age of 49, it has been reported.
The actor, famous for his role as the Green, and later White, Ranger, is believed to have died by suicide, sources told TMZ.
His rep, Justine Hunt, told TMZ that Frank died in Texas.
She also confirmed his death with The U.S. Sun.
“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, Hunt told The U.S. Sun.
“He loved his family, friends and fans very much. He will be truly missed.”
Power Rangers: Where are they now? part VII
Jason David Frank was among the actors that auditioned for the original Red Power Ranger role.
After missing out, he was chosen to be the Green Ranger, who was known as Tommy Oliver.
In 1997, he appeared in the series Power Rangers Turbo where he played the Red Turbo Ranger.
He also starred as Tommy Oliver in Power Rangers Wild Force, Power Rangers Dino Thunder, and Power Rangers Super Megaforce.
Frank excelled in martial arts as he’s the eighth Dan in Shotokan Karate and has black belts in taekwondo, Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, and Judo.
Power Rangers: Where are they now? part VI
In 2010, Yost claimed that he was teased about being gay, EW reported.
He told the No Pink Spandex podcast: “Basically, I just felt like I was continually being told I was not worthy of being where I am because I’m a gay person.
“And I’m not supposed to be an actor. And I’m not a superhero.”
He has also appeared as a producer on shows such as Alien Hunter and the Real Housewives of Beverly Hills.
Power Rangers: Where are they now? part V
David Yost, originally of Iowa, played Billy Cranston – The Blue Power Ranger.
He appeared in Mighty Morphin Power Rangers, Mighty Morphin Alien Rangers, and Power Rangers Zeo.
Yost was the only cast member to appear in every episode of the original series.
The actor left the show near the end of Power Rangers Zeo.
Power Rangers: Where are they now? part IV
Trang was killed in a car crash in September 2001.
She was traveling with Angela Rockwood after they visited her maid of honor in San Jose.
The driver, who was another bridesmaid, lost control of the car after striking gravel that was loose on the road.
The car swerved before hitting a rockface and flipping several times. It then hit a second rockface after being hurled over a bank.
Trang suffered internal injuries and died while being airlifted to the hospital.
Power Rangers: Where are they now? part III
Vietnamese-born actress Thuy Trang fled her homeland at just six years old when she, her mom, and her brothers headed for Hong Kong.
Her dad left the country following the fall of Saigon in 1975.
Trang moved to the US in 1980 and her role as the original Yellow Power Ranger was her first major gig.
She was selected in a process that saw around 500 actresses audition for the role.
Trang loved to perform her own stunts that she had crafted and suffered several injuries on set.
She left the show alongside Str John and Jones midway through the second season amid contract disputes.
Power Rangers: Where are they now? part II
Walter Emanuel Jones was best known for his role as Zack Taylor – the original Black Power Ranger.
Show bosses wrote him out of the show over a reported contract and pay dispute where he was replaced by Johnny Yong Bosch.
Years later, in 1999, he returned to the show during the Lost Galaxy season, where he played the voice of Hexuba’s Nightmare Monster.
He appeared alongside Johnson on a 1993 episode of I Love the 90s and reunited alongside St John in an episode titled The Lost Episode.
Jones also starred in the wrestling movie Backyard Dogs and voiced characters in Open Season 2 and the 2013 computer science animated film Cloudy with a Chance of Meatballs 2.
He had a guest role on Buffy The Vampire Slayer and appeared in Andy Samberg’s music mockumentary Popstar: Never Stop Never Stopping, according to Digital Spy.
Power Rangers: Where are they now?
Amy Jo Johnson played Kimberly Hart, who was the Pink Power Ranger from 1993 to 95.
Johnson, now 51, starred in an impressive 138 episodes throughout seasons one to three before handing over the role to Catherine Sutherland to end the final series.
However, she did make a return as Kimberly one last time in Turbo: A Power Rangers Movie in 1997.
After her stint on the much-loved program, Johnson went on to star in Susie Q and Saved by the Bell: The New Class.
Over the years, she’s landed roles in several popular TV shows, such as the drama Felicity and the crime series Flashpoint.
She has also appeared in blockbusters such as The Space Between and Tiger Eyes.
‘Argument’ hours before death
Green Power Rangers actor Jason David Frank, who passed away at the age of 49, reportedly got into an argument with his wife Tammie hours before his death according to law enforcement.
Frank was in the middle of a divorce with Tammie when the pair reportedly checked into separate rooms at a Texas hotel on Friday night sources told TMZ.
The outlet reported that the couple got into multiple arguments throughout the night causing hotel staffers to get involved to calm it down.
Tammie then reportedly became concerned for his safety and called the cops around 5am on Saturday morning.
According to law enforcement, when officers couldn’t make contact with Jason, hotel management let them in and they found the actor’s body in the bathroom.
Actor’s rep comments on his death
Justine Hunt, Rep for Jason David Frank made the following statement regarding his death.
“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,” his rep told TMZ.
“He loved his family, friends and fans very much. He will truly be missed.”
Steve Blum pays tribute
Voice actor Steve Blum wrote on Twitter: “Gutted to hear about Jason David Frank.
“Saw him at almost every convention,” he remembered.
“If you’re struggling, please call the suicide prevention hotline at 1-800-273-8255 or dial 988.”
“Help is available. You matter.”
Hasbro's tribute
The official Power Rangers Twitter account has shared a video remembering Jason David Frank.
"Ranger Nation, we mourn together," the tribute reads.
"Today, we celebrate the heart, strength, and raw talent that Jason David Frank brought to Power Rangers as Tommy Oliver.
"He was truly a legend among us and we will miss him. May the Power protect him, always."
The emotional video included some of Jason's best moments as the Tommy Oliver.
Fighting skills
Frank excelled in martial arts as he’s the eighth Dan in Shotokan Karate and has black belts in taekwondo, Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, and Judo.
In 2009, he signed for a sports company that specialized in MMA and won his first match in January 2010.
In one of his matches, one of Frank’s opponents dressed as a Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtle as he made his way to the cage.
Jason David Frank’s cause of death
Rumors of Jason’s death began in the early hours of November 20, 2022, and were later confirmed by his rep.
Sources with direct knowledge told TMZ that he died as a result of suicide.
Other Power Rangers troubles, continued
According to the indictment, St John allegedly conspired in a scheme to create businesses or use existing ones to submit applications fraudulently to the Small Business Administration to get Paycheck Protection Program (PPP) funding.
It’s alleged the defendants managed to obtain 16 loans or more and at least $3.5million.
The government set up the Paycheck Protection Program to dish out loans using taxpayer money to support small businesses and their workers hampered by the coronavirus pandemic.
More than $349billion worth of forgivable loans were set aside by the US treasury to help small businesses pay their employees during the crisis.
Other Power Rangers troubles
Austin St John, real name Jason Lawrence Geiger, shot to fame as the original red Power Ranger as teen superhero Jason Lee Scott.
He was the youngest member of the cast when the show first aired.
The martial artist was renowned for his taekwondo, judo, and Kenpo skills before he left the show in its second season amid a reported pay dispute.
He starred as the Gold Power Ranger Zeo and appeared in a 2002 episode of Power Rangers Wild Force.
Decades later, he’s facing a 20-year jail sentence after being accused of taking part in a multi-million dollar stimulus fraud scheme.
He’s one of 18 people named in a federal indictment, charged with violations of conspiracy to commit wire fraud in Texas.
Pink Ranger shares touching post
Amy Jo Johnson who was Frank’s co-star in Mighty Morphin Power Rangers and played the original Pink Ranger shared a touching post to her Instagram yesterday.
“Jase, you were beautiful and truly unique,” the actress wrote.
“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…”
Jason David Frank remembered for bringing ‘countless smiles’
The official Power Rangers Twitter page remembered Jason David Frank in a heartwarming post.
The tweet read: “All of Ranger Nation is deeply saddened by the loss of Jason David Frank.
“JDF brought countless smiles to fans over the years and will be greatly missed.
“May the Power protect him, always.”
Jason David Frank’s second wife Tammie
Two years after his first divorce, Jason then tied the knot with martial arts instructor Tammie Frank.
Jason and Tammie were married for 19 years and welcomed one child before calling it quits in 2022.
Jason David Frank’s first wife Shawna
Jason David Frank first tied the knot with Shawna Frank in 1994.
The pair were married for seven years and had welcomed three kids before their divorce in 2001.
Little information is available on Shawna’s personal life because she has stayed out of the spotlight since her high-profile relationship ended.
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