Energy Rangers’ Amy Jo Johnson Cries Over Jason David Frank Loss of life

Mourning a tragic loss. Mighty Morphin Energy Rangers alum Amy Jo Johnson broke down in tears whereas honoring former costar and buddy Jason David Frank. 

“I simply got here on right here as a result of I used to be feeling actually unhappy and actually it’s actually hitting house in the present day what had occurred and that he’s gone,” Johnson, 52, stated through Instagram video on Monday, November 21. “I don’t know. I simply considered all of you guys as a result of I understand how a lot you all meant to him and the way a lot you guys are most likely in the identical quantity of ache and so unhappy.”

The Felicity alum, who starred alongside Frank on the Fox hit from 1993 to 1995, went on to say she missed her buddy “so stinking a lot,” earlier than noting what a “power” and “brilliant, loopy, wild, humorous gentle” the actor was. 

“All of his loopy voice messages on his fits, after which his humorousness, his positivity,” she gushed. “He was at all times similar to continuously calling and texting me how proud he’s of me. I simply [am] gonna miss him quite a bit as so lots of you guys are too. We’re gonna miss them a lot.”

Frank’s rep, Justine Hunt, confirmed to TMZ on Sunday, November 20, that the Texas native had died on the age of 49. “Please respect the privateness of his household and mates throughout this horrible time as we come to phrases with the lack of such an exquisite human being,” she instructed the outlet. “He cherished his household, mates and followers very a lot. He’ll really be missed.”

Frank first entered the Energy Rangers franchise in the course of the unique Mighty Morphin Energy Rangers TV present as Tommy Oliver’s Inexperienced — and later White — Ranger. Although solely slated to look in 14 episodes, Frank went on to star in 124 installments of the sequence. 

The star returned for the 10-year anniversary particular, “Eternally Crimson,” on Energy Rangers Wild Drive in 2002 and made a comeback as Dr. Tommy Oliver on Energy Rangers Dino Thunder in 2004. A decade later, Frank returned for an episode of Energy Rangers Tremendous Megaforce in 2014 and 2018’s Energy Rangers Hyperforce and Energy Rangers Tremendous Ninja Metal.

In 2017, he reunited with Johnson (who initially portrayed Kimberly, the Pink Ranger) for cameos within the Energy Rangers Film. 

Throughout Monday’s heartfelt tribute, Johnson carried out just a few songs in honor of Frank earlier than delivering a message in regards to the significance of psychological well being. 

“Anyone who’s on the market who’s feeling depressed and like there’s no hope, simply know that that’s not the way in which and there may be assist and also you do have a group right here,” she stated. “Simply attain out. Attain out for assist in case you are feeling like that. F—k-. It f—king sucks. Sorry for the swearing, nevertheless it actually f–king sucks. Sorry.”

She concluded her assertion by saying, “I understand how a lot you all meant to Jason, and it sucks.” She captioned the publish, “Just a bit second to spend with you all, desirous about our buddy, JDF.”

The Canada native beforehand took to social media instantly following the dying of her very long time pal.

“Jase, you had been stunning and really distinctive. My life simply gained’t be the identical with out your frenetic, hilarious, caring, pushed and artistic ball of vitality. I’ll at all times love you, pricey buddy. Please Relaxation now In Peace,” she wrote alongside a selfie of the twosome.

When you or somebody you already know is in emotional misery or contemplating suicide, name the Nationwide Suicide Prevention Lifeline at 988.