The Power Rangers fandom was rocked when Austin St. John, known for his role as the original Red Ranger, announced a new clothing line featuring quotes from historical figures, including Adolf Hitler. This move sparked outrage among fans and even drew criticism from Amy Jo Johnson, who portrayed the Pink Ranger in the iconic ’90s series.
In a post on social media platform X, Johnson hinted at her disapproval, suggesting that some people should have publicists to navigate such controversies. She later followed up with a more direct jab, referencing the “Rogue Red Ranger” in relation to St. John’s actions.
St. John defended his merch line on a podcast, explaining that it aimed to feature quotes from various historical warriors, both revered and infamous. However, he faced backlash for including Hitler among those figures.
Despite the controversy, no merchandise with Hitler quotes appeared on St. John’s website at the time of publication, and his representative declined to comment on the matter.
Johnson and St. John, who worked together in the original Power Rangers series and movies, were notably absent from a recent reunion special. While St. John’s absence may be attributed to legal issues, Johnson debunked rumors of a pay dispute, stating her reasons for not participating in the reunion.
This latest drama has left Power Rangers fans divided and questioning the actions of their beloved cast members.
Meanwhile, both Johnson and St. John skipped out on a recent reunion bash, leaving fans scratching their heads.
While St. John’s legal troubles might explain his absence, Johnson shut down rumors about a paycheck beef, setting the record straight on why she wasn’t there.
The Power Rangers saga just got a whole lot juicier, leaving fans wondering: What’s next for our childhood heroes?