Actions causing upset among actors and fans: Hasbro sells Power Rangers rights at auction
In a shocking move that’s causing a stir among fans, Hasbro – the current owners of the Power Rangers franchise – have decided to auction off a whole heap of old Power Rangers gear. This includes iconic Ranger suits, morphers, monster masks, props, and even clothing worn by human supporting characters. The auction, happening on October 18, is leaving long-term fans feeling a bit lackluster.
Sure, some of this vintage Power Rangers swag is going to be super cool to score and show off at conventions. But the auction is also a painful reminder of how this beloved franchise hasn't always been treated the best by its former owners. It seems like those in power just didn't seem to fully grasp what they initially acquired, so they handed it off to someone else to make a quick buck. In this era of fast-paced disposals, it feels like the 'right way' to part ways is hard to come by.
To make things worse, several Power Rangers actors have taken to social media to express their feelings about the auction and share stories of not being allowed to keep their costumes and props over the years. Hunter Deno, who portrayed Amelia in Cosmic Fury and Dino Fury, voiced her disappointment over the suits being sold for profit instead of being gifted to the cast or crew. Yoshi Sudarso, known for his role as Kota in Dino Charge, was particularly upset, expressing that Hasbro could have given individual suits to their respective actors.
Despite the heartbreak and feeling of disrespect, some Power Rangers actors, like Deno and Matt Austin-Sadowski from SPD, still plan to place bids on items from their specific shows. However, David Fielding, the original Zordon, summed it up perfectly – the auction is closing a chapter, but will another one open?
As Power Rangers fans eagerly await the franchise's future, they can’t help but feel a twinge of sadness as they watch one piece of their past being sold off at auction. Keep an eye out for the latest updates on Marvel, Star Wars, Star Trek, DC Universe, and Doctor Who to distract yourself from these bitter souvenir sales.
- The upcoming auction on October 18, organized by Hasbro, is set to sell off not just the Ranger suits and morphers, but also monster masks, props, and clothing from the Power Rangers series, leaving fans feeling disheartened.
- In the era of fast-paced disposals, some Power Rangers actors, such as Hunter Deno and Matt Austin-Sadowski, are planning to bid on items from their respective shows, despite the feeling of disrespect they perceive in Hasbro's decision to auction off the gear.
- Yoshi Sudarso, a former Power Rangers actor, has expressed his frustration that Hasbro could have given individual suits to their respective actors, instead of auctioning them off for profit.
- As the Power Rangers franchise moves towards the future, the auction of vintage gear serves as a painful reminder of how the franchise has not always been treated with the respect it deserves, according to many of the actors who have portrayed the characters.