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Austin St. John got his start on Mighty Morphin Power Rangers as a character named Jason Lee Scott--also known as the first Red Ranger. Chances are that if you grew up in the 90s and you’re anything like most kids were, you always made it a point to rush home after school to see your favorite Ranger take on the likes of Goldar, Rita Repulsa, and the Putties.
There are a few things you probably didn’t know about Austin St. John, however, and that’s why in today’s post we’d like to introduce you to the man behind the mask. If you’ve been wondering what ASJ has been up to lately, keep reading to find out!
A Few Things You Probably Didn’t Know About Austin St. John
He Holds a First Degree Black Belt
One fact you might not know about Austin is that he’s passionate about martial arts. He has frequently put this training to good use and currently holds a second degree black belt in Tae-Kwon-Do and a first degree black belt in Judo. That’s right--the first Red Ranger himself actually knows how to kick some butt in real life. How cool is that?
He Spent Almost Two Decades as a Paramedic
ASJ is well known for playing a hero on television--and becoming a hero to kids all over the world as one of the original 5 Power Rangers. Did you know that he’s a hero in daily life as well? For 16 years, Austin served in the Fire Department as a paramedic, meeting people when they needed help the most. He also provided four years of service in the Middle East as a medic.
He’s Still Active
Since starring in the original Mighty Morphin Power Rangers, Austin St. John has done quite a bit, but you can keep up to date with what’s going on in a number of different ways. Follow along on Facebook, Twitter, Pinterest, Instagram, Tumblr, and YouTube. If there’s one thing Austin loves, it’s interacting with fans on social media. Don’t hesitate to drop by and say hey!
Searching for Power Rangers Collectible Figures?
You can learn more about Austin’s store here and stay in touch on any of the social media platforms mentioned above. If you’d like to meet Austin in person, you can check out his list of appearances for 2018. Of course if you’re here looking for a Red Power Ranger action figure, you’re also in the right space. As of the time of this post, our online store is having a sale on the 406 Red Ranger in Fighting Pose from Funko Pops! If that’s not up your alley, take a look at our full selection of Power Rangers collectible figures as well as prints, clothing, and more.
We sincerely hope you’ve enjoyed a bit of a deeper look at the man behind the first Red Ranger. Be sure to keep your eyes on this space for more fun facts, musings, sales alerts, and more. We look forward to sharing these things with you!