Jason David Frank's Power Rangers Costar Walter Jones Pays Tribute After His Death at 49: 'Rest in Power'

Albert L. Ortega/Getty From left: Austin St. John, Walter Emanuel Jones, Jason David Frank and David Yost

The love for Jason David Frank is pouring in after news of the Power Rangers alum's death at age 49.

Frank's former Mighty Morphin Power Rangers costar Walter Emanuel Jones tells PEOPLE in a statement that Frank "was an inspiration to so many people" and "his presence will be dearly missed."

"It's so sad to lose another member of our Ranger family," adds Jones, who played Zack Taylor, the Black Ranger, opposite Frank's Tommy Oliver, the Green/White Ranger, on the original series that launched in 1993. (His death comes 21 years after that of costar Thuy Trang, who died in 2001 from injuries sustained in a car accident. She was 27.)

"Jason was one of the biggest pranksters on the show," Jones, 51, continues in his statement to PEOPLE. "He had a wild sense of humor. We had our share of ups and downs, but I stayed consistent about being an ear if he needed one."

He concludes, "My prayers go out to his family and all that will miss him. May he rest in Power."

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Saban/Toei/Kobal/Shutterstock Jason David Frank in Mighty Morphin Power Rangers: The Movie (1995)

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Jones also shared a photo to Instagram of himself and Frank with their fellow original Power Rangers, Austin St. John and David Yost.

"Can't believe it ... RIP Jason David Frank🙏🏾, " Jones began his caption. "My heart is sad to have lost another member of our special family. #jasondavidfrank #jdf #walterejones #greenranger #whiteranger #mmpr #maythepowerprotectyou #tommy."

"Jase, you were beautiful and truly unique. My life just won't be the same without your frenetic, hilarious, caring, driven and creative ball of energy. I will always love you, dear friend. Please Rest now In Peace…" Amy Jo Johnson, the original Pink Ranger, wrote on social media with a sweet picture.

Blake Foster, who appeared alongside Frank in 1997's Turbo: A Power Rangers Movie, shared a series of photos featuring himself and the late star, including during Foster's childhood.

"Can't believe this … Cried all night. Heartbroken yet again. Lost my hero, our leader, my friend and an icon. Life really sucks man 😞💔 #RIPJDF #WhiteRangerForever," wrote Foster, 37.

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Austin St. John, who played Jason Lee Scott, the original Red Ranger, also paid his respects.

"Once a ranger, always a ranger" thoughts and prayers…. #RIP #prayers" he wrote in the caption.

A representative for Frank, who also had a career as a mixed martial artist, confirmed his death to PEOPLE in a statement Sunday.

"Unfortunately, it is true," the rep said. "Please respect the privacy of his family and friends during this horrible time as we come to terms with the loss of such a wonderful human being."

"He loved his family, friends and fans very much," the rep added. "He will be truly missed."

The cause of death was not immediately clear. Frank is survived by his four children — sons Hunter and Jacob, and daughters Skye and Jenna.