Jason David Frank Passes Away At Age 49, Wrestling World Reacts
The wrestling world comes together to mourn the loss of Power Rangers star, Jason David Frank.
Jason David Frank, best known for playing the Green Ranger on the original Mighty Morphin Power Rangers series has passed away at age 49.
“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. He will truly be missed,” Jason’s representative, Justine Hunt said in a statement to TMZ, who first reported the passing.
Outside of his acting roles, Jason was also a martial artist and competed in four amateur MMA fights and one professional fight.
Many in the wrestling world have reacted to the tragic loss on social media. Fans can read some of the tributes below.
Rest in power buddy. You’ll be missed. Thx for all the joy you brought to so many. pic.twitter.com/jfdHeud0U0
— Hurricane Helms (@ShaneHelmsCom) November 20, 2022
The love he gave to everyone & the love the fans gave back to him was real.
He was a good person who brought people together & wanted to see people happy. We will never forget that. Thank you for all of it JDF.#RIPJasonDavidFrankhttps://t.co/YpICr1jZxB… pic.twitter.com/3WxQ4kXgAo
— ———— (@RealMelina) November 20, 2022
I’m truly at a loss for words… —
My childhood hero, Jason David Frank, passed away. The Power Rangers had such a huge impact on my life growing up. My heart goes out to his friends and family. An absolute legend. His legacy will live on forever! —-
RIP Jason —- pic.twitter.com/1jVZsFyfRC
— Kayla Sparks — (@KaylaSparks247) November 20, 2022
The news about Jason David Frank is absolutely heartbreaking, man..
Before Pro Wrestling.. Power Rangers was my EVERYTHING when I was little.. and Tommy Oliver was my hero.
I wore my Green/White Ranger costume that my Mom made me and pretended to be him literally every day.. pic.twitter.com/7ykrAulhsu
— Johnny Gargano (@JohnnyGargano) November 20, 2022
Woke up to the news that Jason David Frank has passed away. As the green/white ranger he had a huge impact on my childhood. When I finally got the chance to meet him he was always kind to me. Really gonna miss him pic.twitter.com/Oklo4kNyNn
— Austin Creed (@AustinCreedWins) November 20, 2022
Fightful would like to send our condolences to the friends, family, and fans of Jason David Frank.
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