Mighty Morphin Power Rangers actor Jason David Frank passes away at age of 49

Jason David Frank is no more. The actor and MMA fighter died at the age of 49.

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Jason David Frank, who is famous for his roles on the show Mighty Morphin Power Rangers, has passed away. He was aged 49.

Frank's Power Rangers co-star Walter E. Jones verified the news on Instagram, stating that he can't believe it. RIP, Jason David Frank. He also expressed his sadness at losing another member of their precious family.

Justine Hunt, the actor's rep, also confirmed in a statement that please respect the privacy of his family and friends during this difficult time as we come to terms with the loss of such a wonderful human being. He was devoted to his family, friends and admirers. He will be missed.


Frank played Tommy Oliver in the first run of the programme, which lasted from August 28, 1993, to November 27, 1995. It aired for three seasons and had a total of 145 episodes. While his role as the Green Ranger was finalised for a total of fourteen episodes, he proved so popular with fans that he was brought back as the White Ranger and the team's new leader for the rest of the series.

DUNE: The war for Arrakis
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Dune: Part One is an American epic science fiction film directed by Denis Villeneuve

Dune: Part One is an American epic science fiction film directed by Denis Villeneuve

It's the first of a planned two-part adaptation of the 1965 novel by Frank Herbert.

It's the first of a planned two-part adaptation of the 1965 novel by Frank Herbert.

The ensemble cast includes Timothée Chalamet, Rebecca Ferguson, Oscar Isaac, Josh Brolin.

The ensemble cast includes Timothée Chalamet, Rebecca Ferguson, Oscar Isaac, Josh Brolin.

It follows Paul Atreides as his family is thrust into a war for the desert planet Arrakis.

It follows Paul Atreides as his family is thrust into a war for the desert planet Arrakis.

Herbert's book is often described as the world's best-selling science fiction novel.

Herbert's book is often described as the world's best-selling science fiction novel.

This is the 2nd adaptation following David Lynch's 1984 film. Dune was also made into a video game.

This is the 2nd adaptation following David Lynch's 1984 film. Dune was also made into a video game.

The film premiered at Venice in September, followed by an international theatre release.

The film premiered at Venice in September, followed by an international theatre release.

Collections exceeded expectations, and the film was generally well received by critics.

Collections exceeded expectations, and the film was generally well received by critics.

So, a second part has been commissioned. Dune part Two is opening October 20, 2023.

So, a second part has been commissioned. Dune part Two is opening October 20, 2023.


The series was renamed Power Rangers Zeo, and Frank (an eighth-degree black belt in karate) reprised his role as the Red Zeo Ranger for 50 episodes in 1996. He returned to the role the following year in Power Rangers Turbo before leaving the franchise for good.
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    Jason David Frank was an actor and MMA fighter well-known for his role as the character Tommy Oliver in the franchise of Power Rangers.
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    Zordon selects a group of teenagers to become rangers and protect Angel Grove and the planet from a variety of sinister threats.
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