As the news of Jason David Frank’s passing made its way throughout various pockets of the internet, the “Power Rangers” fandom couldn’t help but emphasize and celebrate the Green Ranger’s legacy. The most popular Ranger, Frank’s portrayal of Tommy Oliver struck a chord with fans of all ages, inspiring millions. Twitter user @khalilasbro said as much, eulogizing the late actor on social media. “There weren’t too many that inspired me as a kid, but [Jason David Frank] surely did,” they wrote. “You will truly be missed, but never forgotten. You are THE Power Ranger… Hero 4ever for me.”
Echoing similar sentiments, @TheGoodLife_32 emphasized just how unique the character was, calling the Green Ranger “a menace.” The fan continued by saying Oliver’s nefarious presence in the early episodes had the Power Ranger stressed, pointing out just how powerful the character was. “Man … great times watching this show as a kid,” the user remembered. “Jason David Frank made those memories happen for me.”
“I can’t believe this…. my childhood hero… from green with evil to the ‘Power Rangers’ movie… a legend… I’m lost for words and send out my love to his friends and family,” tweeted out @AustralianAlien. Other users shared their grief by celebrating his legacy. @seinenPUNK couldn’t help but point out the many hats Frank wore in his tenure as Tommy, saying he was “THE ONLY POWER RANGER TO BE THE WHITE RANGER, BLACK RANGER, GREEN RANGER AND RED RANGER TWICE!!!”
On the “Power Rangers” fan subreddit, one user couldn’t quantify the impact the Green Ranger had on popular culture. “His legacy is immense. The impact he had over three generations of childrens’ lives is almost incalculable … Iconic and unforgettable,” wrote u/OneMaskedNinja.
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