Tammie Frank, the wife of the latePower Rangersstar and martial artistJason David Frank, has released a statement confirming that the actor sadly died by suicide. Frank released the statement viaPeople, wishing to set the record straight regarding her husband’s death and pay tribute to the actor, who was best known for starring as Tommy Oliver throughout thePower Rangersfranchise.
“My name is Tammie Frank, and my husband was Jason David Frank, who tragically lost his life to suicide just last week. While Jason was a well-known name to some, we lived a very normal life with ups and downs, just like anyone else. It has shocked and saddened me beyond belief to see that the media has turned my family’s tragedy into a tall tale. Since Jason’s death, I have been harassed online and can no longer stand to watch my husband’s good name slandered.”
Jason David Frank passed awayon Nov. 19 at the age of 49, and while no cause of death was confirmed at the time, media outlets have speculated that it was a result of suicide. Some outlets have even unnecessarily speculated over Tammie and Jason’s relationship, which she has now taken to opportunity to call out.
“I loved my husband, and we were trying to work through our problems. His death comes as much a shock to me as anyone else. The truth is, I had no idea that Jason was thinking of ending things. Yes, he had struggled with mental health issues and depression before, but I could never predict what would happen that night… It was meant to be a fun weekend getaway, and instead, I lost the love of my life. Jason was a good man, but he was not without his demons. He was human, just like the rest of us.”
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Tammie Frank Thanks Fans for Their Kind Words & Wishes
Continuing her statement, Frank explains what occurred on the night of Nov. 19, as well as revealing that both she and her husband have suffered several personal setbacks and tragedies, including the death of her daughter, Shayla, last year.
“We danced and stayed out at the event until the bar closed. When we got back to the hotel, Jason and I were having a heartfelt and emotional talk in his room. To help Jason relax and sober up before turning down to sleep, I went downstairs to get us snacks from the lobby. I must’ve been gone no more than 10 minutes. I went back upstairs and began knocking on the door to no answer. I knocked repeatedly and kept calling for his name to open the door.”
Tragically, the actor took his own life, with Tammie now wanting to focus on the happiest memories of her husband, and thanksfans for paying tribute to thePower Rangersstar.
“I don’t know if the hotel staff or a guest called the police, but after I was taken downstairs by the police, they were able to open the door and found that Jason took his life. These were the ‘disturbances’ that has been brought up numerous times online… All we want is to remember Jason and our happiest memories, and move on from the pain of losing a loved one. I only ask for sympathy and understanding during this difficult time. To all the fans and supporters of Jason and our family, thank you for your kind words and wishes and God bless you all.”
Jason David Frank will always be an important name to a certain generation thanks to his long-running role in thePower Rangersfranchise. There is always support out there for those who need it.
