On November 20, 2022, the actor, martial artist and MMA fighter died at the age of 49. Jason David Frank, known to fans of action films for his role as Tommy Oliver in the cult series "Power Rangers". The character was very popular with viewers and Frank returned to this role in several seasons, delighting viewers with bright and distinctive fight choreography. His sweeping double kicks in the air, conceptually similar to guy kicks, and rapid spinners looked especially impressive.
According to preliminary data, Jason committed suicide as a result of prolonged depression amid family problems.
Frank was born in Covina, California on September 4, 1973 and trained in various styles of martial arts from an early age, including karate, aikido, jujitsu, muay thai and taekwondo. Subsequently, he generalized his knowledge and created his own style, “Toso Kun Do,” based primarily on American karate. In 2003, his achievements were recognized by the fighting community and he was inducted into the World Karate Hall of Fame.
In the middle of 2000-ies Jason David Frank tries himself as an amateur and then a professional MMA fighter, and does it quite successfully, but his career lasts extremely short, after which he focuses on teaching martial arts and continues to participate in dedicated events "Power Rangers", trying to remain the face of the franchise.
Two years ago on the platform "Kickstarter" a mini-series project was launched called “The Legend of the White Dragon”, which grew to the scale of a feature-length fantasy film. Frank himself and former actors from "Power Rangers" such as Jason Faunt и Ciara Hannah. In addition, the list of participants included Mark Dacascos и Michael Madsen. The film is currently in production and should be released in 2023.
Fans "Power Rangers" shocked and disheartened by the news of death Jason David Frank, who seemed to be in the prime of his life.
Rest in peace, Jason.
I am waiting. I hope there will be something exciting.
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Sad ending, albeit with a joke...
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