A ‘Mighty Morphin Power Rangers’ Cast Member Has Died
The voice of Lord Zedd has fallen silent.
Robert Axelrod, the veteran actor best known for voicing Lord Zedd in the 1990s TV show “Mighty Morphin Power Rangers,” died Saturday at the age of 70.
Axelrod’s agent made the announcement on Twitter. “He was a wonderful soul whose charismatic personality lit up a room,” the agent stated. “He will be greatly missed.”
In addition to Lord Zedd, the former guitarist also voiced the monster maker Finster on the series and in the 1995 movie. He also voiced the characters Armadillomon and Wizardmon on the “Digimon” anime series. He voiced over 150 different characters on various TV shows and films during his career.
After working as a musician in the 1970s, he moved into voice-over work. He also had acting appearanceson “Family Matters,” “The Bold and the Beautiful” and “Star Trek: Voyager.”
“Robert enjoyed meeting his fans and inspiring them to follow their passions,” the statement. “His beautiful and kindred soul will never be forgotten and we take comfort in knowing his memory will live on in all those he inspired, met and knew.”
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