Jason David Frank, best known for playing Tommy Oliver, the original Green Ranger and later the White Ranger in the Power Rangers franchise, died by suicide on November 19, 2022, at the age of 49. His death shocked and saddened millions of fans around the world, who grew up watching him as one of the most iconic and beloved heroes of their childhood. But what led him to take his own life? And was there more to his death than meets the eye? In this article, we will explore some of the theories and speculations that have emerged on Reddit, the popular online forum, about Jason David Frank’s cause of death.
Contents
A Troubled Marriage and a Divorce
According to his wife, Tammie Frank, Jason David Frank was suffering from heart inflammation as a result of injecting the COVID-19 and booster vaccines, which are rife as causes of kidney failure, heart attacks and damage to blood vessels. She also claimed that he had fatal genetic mutations that killed his body slowly. However, some Reddit users have questioned her credibility and motives, as she had filed for divorce from him and had already been awarded the estate, half his paycheck and a car. She also had her own daughter from a previous relationship who killed herself last year at the age of 26. She left behind her own daughter, and the father of the little girl was suing Jason David Frank and Tammie Frank in custody of the little girl. Tammie Frank also happens to be a black belt karate instructor, so this means she knows how to handle herself and is probably a lot stronger than she lets on. Some Reddit users have suggested that she might have had something to do with her daughter’s death if she was really that close to Jason. They also pointed out that at the time of Jason David Frank’s death, they were in the same hotel but separate rooms when he committed suicide and that it was Ms Tammie Frank that made the call to 911. One Reddit user wrote: “I don’t believe she killed him with her hands, she could have, but I think she did have a hand in his death, either by having someone kill him, or push him into doing it himself. Either way all the stuff she has said and done to this point has led to clear indicators that she was involved in his death in some form or another. She can’t keep her story straight at all, she keeps adding things in on the spot, deleting later on social media, no something is not right.”
A Targeted Assassination
Another theory that has been circulating on Reddit is that Jason David Frank was a victim of a targeted assassination by someone who wanted him dead for some reason. Some Reddit users have recalled that around five years ago someone tried to kill him and never gave a motive whatsoever and simply plead insanity. JDF asked “why me?” and never received an answer. The culprit had a reminder on their phone to “kill the green ranger” or something to that effect. One Reddit user commented: “What’s interesting is around 5 years ago someone tried to kill him and never gave a motive whatsoever and simply plead insanity. JDF asked “why me?” and never received an answer. The culprit had a reminder on their phone to “kill the green ranger” or something to that effect. It’s weird that nobody is talking about that now aside from me. I think it is possible a hit was ordered on him. Of course it’s just speculation. Maybe the guy just really hated Power Rangers. Maybe he thought he was Lord Zedd. But it’s weird how that sort of got pushed under the rug and haven’t seen a single person aside from myself talk about that. But women hiring hit men to kill wealthy husbands is a thing. At the very least she is pretending to be more upset than she actually is in my opinion.” Some Reddit users have also speculated that Jason David Frank might have been involved in some shady business or had some enemies in high places who wanted him silenced.
A Mental Breakdown
The most plausible and widely accepted explanation for Jason David Frank’s cause of death is that he suffered from a mental breakdown due to various factors such as stress, depression, loneliness, guilt, trauma and substance abuse. He had been open about his struggles with mental health issues in the past, and had even attempted suicide before when he was younger. He had also faced several challenges in his personal and professional life, such as losing his brother Eric to cancer in 2001, divorcing his first wife Shawna in 2004, having multiple failed businesses and projects, facing legal troubles and controversies, dealing with fan backlash and criticism, coping with aging and losing relevance in the entertainment industry, and being constantly compared and overshadowed by his Power Rangers co-stars. He had also expressed his frustration and disappointment with the direction and treatment of the Power Rangers franchise, especially after the 2017 reboot film, which he had a cameo in, flopped at the box office and received mixed reviews. He had also been vocal about his desire to return to the role of Tommy Oliver in a more prominent and respectful way, but his hopes were dashed when Hasbro, the new owner of the franchise, announced that they were rebooting the series again with a new cast and continuity. He had also been working on a passion project called Legend of the White Dragon, a crowdfunded film that featured him and other former Power Rangers actors in a dark and gritty superhero story, but the project faced several delays and difficulties in production. All these factors might have contributed to his emotional turmoil and despair, leading him to end his life.
A Tragic Loss
Whatever the truth may be behind Jason David Frank’s cause of death, one thing is certain: he was a talented and charismatic actor who inspired and entertained millions of people around the world with his portrayal of Tommy Oliver, the Green Ranger and the White Ranger. He was also a devoted father, husband, brother, son, friend and mentor who touched many lives with his kindness, generosity, humility and passion. He was a loyal and proud member of the Power Rangers family who always supported and celebrated his fellow cast members and fans. He was a martial arts expert who held multiple black belts and competed in various tournaments and events. He was a creative and ambitious entrepreneur who pursued various ventures and endeavours in different fields and industries. He was a faithful and courageous Christian who shared his faith and testimony with others. He was a legend and a hero who will be dearly missed and fondly remembered by all who knew him and loved him. Rest in peace, Jason David Frank. You will always be our Green Ranger and our White Ranger. May the power protect you.
