Behind the Scenes: Power Rangers’ Shocking Health Scandal Revealed
Let’s dive into a tale that sounds straight out of a poorly-scripted drama, shall we? Audri DuBois, the original Yellow Power Ranger, has spilled the beans about a harrowing incident during the filming of the pilot episode of “Mighty Morphin Power Rangers.” Picture this: a sweltering desert, temperatures soaring to a staggering 110 degrees, and a budget tighter than a pair of spandex suits. It’s a recipe for disaster, and disaster is precisely what unfolded. While filming, one of the actors—dressed in a wetsuit and a rubber mask (because, why not wear a sauna suit in the blazing heat?)—succumbed to heatstroke and collapsed. Now, this is where the story takes a turn that would leave even the most seasoned Hollywood insiders shaking their heads. Instead of pausing for concern or calling for immediate medical help, the production team reportedly offered $100 to anyone willing to strip down the heat-stricken actor and don his costume to keep the cameras rolling. Talk about prioritizing profit over people!
DuBois recalls the scene: while the cast was understandably reluctant to continue filming, the folks behind the scenes were more interested in their precious pilot than in the well-being of their cast members. As the ailing actor lay “in the dirt, flopping around” awaiting an ambulance, the show must go on mantra took a chilling turn. This shocking revelation is just one part of the upcoming episode of “Hollywood Demons,” aptly titled “Dark Side of the Power Rangers,” where former cast and crew members unravel the not-so-glamorous secrets of a show that defined a generation of kids in the ’90s. From tales of fraud to even more sinister happenings, this episode promises to be a rollercoaster ride through the darker underbelly of beloved childhood nostalgia.
Since its debut in 1993, “Mighty Morphin Power Rangers” has transformed into a massive cultural phenomenon, spawning toys, merchandise, and spin-offs that have outlasted many of its contemporaries. Yet, the allure of the franchise can’t overshadow the unsettling truths lurking behind the scenes. Tune in to “Dark Side of the Power Rangers,” airing Mondays at 9 PM ET/6 PM PT on ID and streaming on Max. Spoiler alert: sometimes, the real villains are the ones behind the camera.
Class dismissed. Hopefully, this lesson in showbiz ethics sticks better than those spandex costumes.
Sources: Celebrity Storm and TMZ, People Magazine, Entertainment Weekly
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