David Yost is my hero. He was when I was 7 and he is 22 years later. He even sent me a free shirt because I am recovering from being hit by a car and breaking my back and 3 other limbs. He is the best
Thank you so much for that story! David seems like a true gentleman. Additionally, I hope you fully recovered. It's nice to know that you had that wonderful experience with him.
It's sad and bizarre to think that people working in the Film and TV industry of all careers could have a problem with gay people. Feel for you man, sorry you went through this bullshit, you're still the best Blue Ranger in my eyes.
David made the right decision to leave the show, and I'm glad he didn't commit suicide and just accepted being gay. Basically saying "This is who I am and you're not going to change me into something I'm not". Those producers can go to hell ! That was very rude and unprofessional, they should've been fired.
I don’t blame him for leaving the Power Rangers show but I didn’t like how his tenure ended on a bad note due to homosexual harassment he dealt with for many weeks prior to his departure from the show. Remember David, Power Rangers fans including myself, your relatives, friends and co-stars, Walter, Amy Jo, and JDF, will always support you no matter what.
Wow. I got chills. I know that David will probably never read these comments, but I have to write this. Power Rangers was a huge part of my childhood, and Billy, being the nerd, was the one I identified with the most. David, all of us who loved Power Rangers love you, no matter what our race, gender, sexuality, or creed... the sane ones, anyway. Keep fighting the good fight, and thanks for all you've done for us lonely kids.
after this interview one of the producers said that David was lying and it was over pay. But I say BULLSHIT to that. The producer probably said that because people were pissed at him for saying what he said and he wanted to save his own ass by saying David was lying. Unbelievable! First they bully him for being gay then they try to lie and say they didn't shame on you producers! David you are an inspiration to all of us. I'm so sorry those pathetic excuse for producers did that to you
kory stephens Alright well nobody will really know for sure because this was before cell phones and hidden cameras. I'm just saying I met David today at a con and he was rude, sarcastic and bitter looking. His booth lineup was also very empty, the black ranger was friendly and a cool guy.
Such an awesome guy, makes me sad the way they treated him. As a kid, I didn't like Billy much, but as an adult I can clearly see he was one of the best.
MzrtLegacy how? it sucks he was bullied like that, especially by people in power. I don't think hero I'd say smart and say good on him for walking away trying to better himself. seems like a good guy and he's always going to be the blue ranger and he bounced back in the best way possible.
4Legacy I think he was STRONG to dare to leave the show and did the right decision for his mental health, but I don't see any "heoric" act in it? Being a "true hero" means to do something unselfish.
random person Uhm... that is literally the definition of "selfish". He did it for himself. What you need to understand is that being selfish isn't ALWAYS a bad thing. In this case, it's a very good thing. We forget to take care of ourselves. We all NEED to once in a while be at least a LITTLE selfish so that we take take of our physical and mental health.
THIS is why I want Saban to have someone give a legit apology to David...not just something half-ass, I mean real-deal one. This dude was one of my role models growing up, along with the other rangers. I kind of wish to see David and some of the other rangers go into other roles, like how well Jonny Yong Bosch and Jason David Frank are doing. Heck, I wouldn't mind them getting into more serious roles in an action show. Seriously, they got the skills to do it. I know it's mainly fighting guys in clunky costumes, but a lot of them know actual martial arts.
johnny yong bosch is actually doing quite well doing voice acting like as ichigo in the anime series bleach lelouch in code geass renton in eureka 7 and many more.
Seishin i know :P I mean like Amy Jo Johnson and her role in that cop drama. THAT is what I mean. She was the pink ranger, and then she moved onto a more serious show and did a great job there. I kind of want to see David Yost being in that sort of limelight as well XP
Saban should apologize to David. I'm really upset with the producers, especially Haim Saban for what happened. Yost is a good guy and didn't deserve any of this crap.
THIS is the main reason he turned down the offer to return to "Super Megaforce," as he didn't want to suffer any more abuse from the staff like he did back then. Things have probably changed by now because many years have passed, but NO ONE should have to go through stuff like that
I'm so impressed with what David is saying ! He's very strong , to come through what he has !! He's a real life hero !! It's not people who are gay that are the problem , it's people who are bigots, who don't accept those that are gay that are.
I guess you really never know what's going on behind the scenes... I loved this show as a kid but I'm disgusted that this is how he was treated, I taints the memory in some way. I feel I can relate to so much he spoke about and I feel for him truly. This was really interesting to watch, thank you for sharing!
O man, this is horrible. He was Always my favorite in Power Rangers. And it's so weird to hear what was going on behind the scenes of my childhood show.
I just hated to hear the way they production crew treated him just because he wasn't like them. it is so disgusting. David was and is always be my favorite actor
I am going through what this guy is describing right now. My mental breakdown accrued about a year ago when my parents disowned me and kicked me out for being gay. I spent quite some time in different hospitals and I still can not work because of the nerve damage. Hatred is such a terrible thing and leads only to more pain and suffering. I hope everyone that reads my story will love there children for who they are and love themselves as well.
David yost i don't know if you'll ever see this but i hope you do, you are very loved by fans all over the world; including by me i have a ton of respect for you as a child; & to this day i stil have a ton of respect for you. Please remember this. Thank you for being you. Thank God that you didn't take your life. & thank you for making the new power rangers 8 episode show; i did sign the petition for the show & shared it for others to sign it.
He seems like such a kind soul and I'm thrilled he did this interview. Something I think soooo many people waited for and wanted for years. My heart breaks for him and I feel terrible he had to go through that. No one deserves to be hurt like this. God made us all... with love. No matter what color, religion, or sexual preference, we should be treating each other right...with kindness and love. God Bless you David and God Bless you all :)
Billy was always my favorite character. I was actually at his panel at AFO, and when he told us about the circumstances around his leaving the show, i almost started to cry ;_; I also went to his autograph session that day and told him how much i sympathized because i had a lot of bully problems growing up and Power Rangers was my favorite show at the time, so it was also my escape. He gave me a hug and told me he was sorry i had to go through that stuff. I'll be cherishing that memory forever.
David Yost will always be a legend both in Power Rangers and a great person. I wish I had the opportunity to meet him at a convention and say, "Just like your character, you are a hero. Also a kind person that is wise and determined to continue on being the person that he is and there are a lot of people who have your back."
David, you've been a special part of my preteen years, simply because you were one of the original Power Rangers. No other cast could do what you guys did for us. You made a fantasy well worth living and you gave kids like me hope that I could always do something better. I'm glad you didn't hurt yourself because I don't think I could get past it if something bad were to happen to you. I love you and so do all of your real fans. Stay true to you and we will, too. Love, Ida.
David Yost is an incredible person. Extremely strong humble and nice to all his fans, embracing his role as the original blue ranger even with the hardships that came with it. I'm so sorry for what you had to go thru but if it makes any difference, your 5 year old fans at the time are now 25 year old fans like myself and where are all here for you bro and will continue to support our childhood role model Billy but more importantly our adult role model David Yost. This is from a straight Italian catholic kid from New York.
I agree what most people said 'bout JDF being like a DICK and ASSHOLE ('Urinatin' On David, 'Hair Brush' And 'Fly On David's Sandwich') was absolutely HORRIBLE And DICK, ASSHOLE act from JDF.I'll say it one LAST time, it is one thing to fun with david yost and fool around sometime with David, but to pull pranks like, forementioned-FLY ON DAVID'S SANDWICH, HAIR BRUSH & URINATIN' ON DAVID was absoutely INEXCUSEABLE. I wouldn't & never would blame david yost if he disliked & never forgave Jason David Frank for that. To-David Yost ('I'm VERY sorry you had go through that what Jason pulled on you') Im sorry to say this 'bout Jason David Frank, it's sad now a days And understandable some fans dislike And lost respect on Jason & the controversy about Jason David FRank. Upsetted and surprised me most is way he disrespected fellow POWER RANGER star, Rick Medina, Jr. and being like a jerk And rude to few POWER RANGERS fans. I'm not only a BIG Jason David Frank fan, ALSO BIG fan of Walter Jones(Black Ranger-Zack Taylor) and EVEN YOU!, David Yost(Blue Ranger-Billy Cranston) Take it easy, and YOU TRULY ROCK, Blue Ranger! ! You, Billy And Zack should have worn Green Ranger's shield And carry Green Rangers dragon dagger to summon DragonZord occasionly once in a whil !
Man, I never knew that David Yost went through so much hell behind the scenes. I read that there have been disputes between him and the crew, but never to this extent. David, your role as Billy was the best of the best! You were/are my favorite Blue Ranger now and forever!!! It was awesome that your Ninja animal was my favorite animal and color! The Blue Wolf!!! Hope to see you act in any project in the future. You have my support and respect!
David you are a real hero. Shame on those idiots who made you feel like your worthless. David you are true gentleman and be truly proud of who you are.
This is a sad, complicated story. David seems like a very nice guy. I personally don't like the fact that he actually tried to change himself in order to indulge others. That was a bad idea. Being gay is not something to be ashamed of. We live in a society where most people don't accept the different one. Sad to hear that the whole production crew made a joke out of his sexuality, and a dumb thing too. I mean, if you want your actor to be at his best, why would you make fun of him and put him down? By doing that, you simply make him feel insecure, and at the end of the day it affects his acting.
Its wonderful and uplifting to read the outpouring of support for this man. No one should ever be made to feel like he was made. Im glad he's been able to come out a stronger person in spite of all he had to endure.
My name is billy.. and.. I really connected to David as a kid because his role on power rangers. His nerdyness, his name, his martial arts, etc. And This really saddens me to know now, why he disappeared from the show. I respect him more now. #salute
Terribly sad for david! He was always one of my favorites! Part of the group but struggling to find their place… he always saved the day with his inventions.. Billy Lowkey was one of the strongest rangers just because of his mind. It’s a shame he was ridiculed and mistreated.. glad he’s doing better now!!
I've always heard rumors about David Yost and why he left Zeo, but now that I've heard the truth from his own perspective, this changes things. I've always respected David Yost as a talented actor and as one of my favorite rangers from Mighty Morphin' so to hear this makes me respect the man even more. Thank you David Yost for being a great man, and I hope he finds happiness in his future. No matter what your sexual orientation, everyone deserves the right to be happy.
to me David Yost is Billy, intelligent, and strong, the sad part is i got choked up about why he left the power rangers, but to me he is still mighty morphin blue, the brains of the group, yes as a kid i would argue about being the red ranger then after the character grew more and became more defined in noticed that Billy was stronger then the others. he wasn't fast, or strong like the others, he had his wits, and when the 'nerdy geek' side of him melted away, and the gymnastic and powerful mind if the group formed in i began to realize i didnt care what color of suit i wore would be, it is the heart behind it, of course David Yost's character i did miss alot. forever the blue ranger billy, forever the brains of the team and the heart.
I can't believe people still go through this!!! I so wanna hug you too. I have actually wanted to hug you since you were the original Blue Ranger, and when I met you at Macy's in Glendale, I was really honored to have met my favorite Ranger ever!!!
Billy: only power ranger that had brains. Gay, Straight or Bisexual, he was the smart one. I didn't know that he was gay, he was still one I remember well, besides the Green/White ranger. Besides comic books have different orientated heroes, e.g. X-Men.
The entire Power Rangers show helped me in my younger years, and Billy was a character I related to. I was a very awkward kid and was called geek (A name which I now embrace as my identity) and other similar names, and I'm also in a wheelchair which made it even harder. When I was a kid I never even knew David was gay but when I found out it made me even happier that Billy was one of my role models since David also had a hard time fitting in for his own reasons.
I'm crying now 😭 I hate how he was treated. I'm glad none of the cast was involved in the hate from the producers. Billy/David will always be the best! I love him! ❤️
I want a MMPR biopic. There was so much behind the scenes drama. They got paid peanuts and they made the producers millions to this day. They made power rangers what it is and they were treated horribly
The cool thing I noticed about when he discussed walking off the show was that he didn't put "actors" into the people that discussed him like that. His fellow Rangers never did anything like that behind his back, and that makes me respect them and David even more.
If only there were more people around like David, the world might be a nicer place. I'm not gay but I class myself as "different" in the fact that I was born in the south of England and moved "up north" where I stood out because of my accent, not the colour of my skin or my sexuality. It was hard being called"poncy southern softie" "posh", "snob", "nerd" and "geek" to name but four of the insults that regularly came in my direction. Blue Ranger, you are my hero and always will be.
you really dont know how much u and all the original rangers inspired me sir, dont ever beat yourself up mr. yost. i still watch the old power rangers and im still mesmorized by u and the rest of the cast the kids of the 90s will never forget you. u really dont know how big of an accomplishment u are to us all
I just want to give him a hug... I think it's humbling that he is able to speak so truthfully about his problems, and even the mistakes he went about trying to "fix" them. I can only say that I am super happy he is still around, found his way and is continuing to pursue what he enjoys most about life. You were my favourite Power Ranger David. So thanks for the awesome entertainment as I was growing up.
He said some of the crew screwed with him. That Jason (Tommy) was the prankster on set, but when it really boiled down to it, Jason was known to stick up for him and defend him. He got along well with the cast, but his best friends who encouraged him the most were the girls and Jason.
Seeing his hardships is heart breaking. I'm wanting to cry for him....I don't understand why sexuality has to drive people to do nasty things like David Yost. I think I love him more now then ever cause I've been through where he went through. I constantly struggle with suicidal thoughts and although it's not due to a single event or issue being gay was a large part of that. I used to believe I was the only abomination in the world that didn't deserve to live so on some level I know how he feels. All I can do is send some youtube HUGS to David and say your a beautiful person inside as much as out! You are an awesome person as much as you were a ranger!
I had a friend in grade school who always played and watched all the Power Rangers stuff with all of us as kids. Watching this video not only takes me back to those days; but it saddens me. My friend took his own life when we were in high school a few short years later because he felt the same way Dave Yost here says he felt. It's strange but true... he always wanted to be the blue power ranger out on the playground in elementary school. He was the blue ninja for Halloween 1995. :(
As a kid growing up and watching David as the Blue Ranger, I was completely oblivious to what was happening behind the scenes. It was only until now, 19 years later, that I found out about this. You'd think that people working in the film industry would be more "professional" with their words and behaviour. It is disgusting that David's co-workers treated him so poorly. No one deserves to be called names and discriminated. Nevertheless I'm so glad David is doing well now!
well we were kids. none of us knew what was going on behind the scenes. all we cared about was the fact we were seeing superheroes with giant robots defeating monsters and other evil creatures. as adults and the actors coming out saying what was going on we've learned so much more about how twisted these producers and other crew members could be like how they weren't get paid enough even though it was the number one rated kids show in the 90s.
No clue that this was going on when I was a huge fan as a child...kinda bittersweet to hear about it now. David seems like a great guy and Im proud to say he was my favorite ranger.
Incredibly touching story. Wow to be verbally abused like that constantly, thanks to the internet no production company today would ever get away with that.
I don't think you'll ever read this David, but I am so sorry for all of that bullshit. You are so strong and i appreciate your vulnerability so much. We all love you and accept you for who you are! You rock dude.
i loved billy when i was a kid because i could relate to him as a geek. after watching this interview, i love david yost because i can relate to him a someone whos been bullied, gone through depression and considered taking his own life. thank you for posting this interview. it was great to watch, very informative and moving.
Doesn't matter what your sexuality is, you're a great guy and we've loved you as the blue ranger. Respect to you Mr. Yost, only God has the right to judge you.
the one thing that breaks my heart is after they treated him and after he left the show he spent 2 years repressing who he was, how awful, im seeing him at the end of this month and all i want to do is give him a big hug
I can't believe he went through that he was being discriminated against that's just wrong I don't think I can watch my child hood shows the same way again.
God bless You David! As a Christian, I'm against the sin of racism as much as I am against homosexualism. The difference is I'm Not against PEOPLE! My limit w/gays socially & in person is, Not NO touching. I'll hug you, & I'd love to hug Dave bc he was hurting & my LORD and Savior taught me compassion. Notice; the "religious" leaders of God's day brought a PROSTITUTE to Christ for judgement! They caught her IN the Act. NOW what they had to be doing to catch her in the act,...Hhmm makes you kinda wonder. We're they in line & just got mad at her price or maybe she was closing shop after the one she did in front of them in line. THATs Irelavent though. ANYway back to the history, Jesus had the authority in Heaven (always) and even on earth voluntarily offered to him even by those who hate'em Him! And what does he say/do? He writes the commandments on adultery in the sand as a warning & tells her; "Your sin is forgiven," ONLY bc He's God so He not Only is the only human being on earth w/the authority to forgive sins, He always - & this is the part that even Christians get twisted - He has the power to glimpse into the soul, the intent, the motives of man(kind) so He knew she was sincere. "go and sin no more." The final very tragic thing th@ must be sad is that I wish I could live in the 90's for the rest of my life bc David - God bless & help him - was among the LAST Actor to go thru that ESpecially blacks & males of any color. Today in Hollywood being David is the best thing you can be or do! They are so pushing this 'gay' agenda thru'&'thru music - black music & pop music so far & Hollywood in general, as well as mentally&socially castrating the male - black males first so if we can't produce we die out - don't believe me?? Good! That means maybe, just maybe you will b free thinking enough to research it FOR YOUrself! When did You EVER think rap artist would go from bein the bad boys of music (hecc one of the largely most successful Record Labels in rap was Named just that; 'Bad Boy' (P.Diddy & Biggie) to now so called hard artists -INcluding one whom has the balls (more like lack thereof!) to Ame himself "Youn Thug". More like Lady Bug, not only does he talk, act & dress gay, he has been photographed wearing a dress! So has; Kanye West, ASAP Rocky & many others. Again, ignore me except this one thing! Research the following please(!!!) the de-masculation of black males or womanizing rappers and black males (TH-cam these next few pls, thank You!) The gay agenda in hip-hop, Dr. Umar Johnson on hip hop and Obama. (Republicans who hate Obama, U'll agree --->) Dr. Umar Johnson on Obama (&or Obama's secrets by Dr. Umar Johnson) lastly pls please take the brief time to TH-cam Dave Chappell on the illuminati IF You haven't already. Be well my brothers & sisters Of ALL genders & race!
i don't think i've ever cried during an actors interview but this one reallly really struck home for me. he is and will forever be an amazing human being in my opinion of my first ever actors i have ever had a crush on and just to see that he went through so much pain during something that i had so much plesure in watching as a little girl just fills me with so much emotions. i would give anything to meet this man the role of billy really just made me who i am today. Thank You so much David Yost
Seeing this made me cry for what he went through being discriminated for his sexuality. One of my best Friends came out to me years ago, at first I did not know how to handle it, but I got use to it and didn't let it bother me. David is my hero! I met him a couple years ago and told him that I was bullied, picked on and called a failure in life. I even told him I was on the verge of taking my own life by jumping off a 3 story building, but a Maitence Man walked by and talked me out of it. David told me that guy was my angle sent from God to stop me. Without him, Dave and I wouldn't have met! David Yost is a legend and a great guy! I love him for who he is as a person and he impacted my life!
The series/franchise would have benefited so much if Yost had been a director. He should still consider it. I think there is a desperate need for stories about gay heroes children's media. Please make this happen on Power Rangers. It would be my dream.
I appreciated him for his portrayal as Billy and his contribution to my childhood memories. Now I appreciate him for sharing his personal hardships and continuing to be an inspiration even in my adulthood.
The last bit of his story was actually sad. I really wish he stuck around. He is a really good person. I can't believe there is something called "praying the gay away"--God accepts you regardless of who you are. There is nothing one can do about being gay (scientifically proven) I really felt bad for him ;( I wish you the best David Yost (aka Billy Cranston) I was and still am your fan
David, you should stay who you are and NEVER change! I can tell you are an awesome human being cause you have tenderness in your eyes that not many people have. Glad you were a big part of my childhood!
You go David. You know, you got a bunch of fans from the MMPR years who accept you for who you are. Kudos to you for speaking out! We've been wanting to hear from you for years!
He's never been my absolute favorite ranger (Trini always was), but he truly was an awesome character. The show would have never been the same without him.
You have no idea how THANKFUL I am to y'all for getting an interview with this man! For years, I have always wondered why he left the show and to hear the REAL story from him is quite upsetting, which proves how cruel people can be towards someone for being different. Hopefully, his co-stars were not a part of the harrassment. As for David, it doesn't really matter to me whether he's gay or not...I still love him because MMPR was a HUGE part of my childhood. Long live the original Blue Ranger!!!
If it doesn't ring back too many bad memories, I think it would be cool for David Yost to work behind the scenes for future Power Rangers seasons, echoing Billy's transition from Ranger to Technical Guy / Mentor. Hell, even a cameo as the Blue Ranger would work for me...or even making the "Billy is the Phantom Ranger" fan theory canon (although I understand the Phantom Ranger isn't so iconic).
I'm so glad I could watch this interview with my favorite ranger. I thought he was an amazing person when I was eleven and seventeen years later, he's still amazing. It pains me to think that people treated him so poorly and that he suffered emotionally for so long. You're awesome no matter what, David! And you have my respect!
David, you are a wonderful person, and I'm glad you are doing well, I hope you get the Producer thing and if you do you should make a show with your old cast members but you were my favorite power ranger growing up, I am/was an outsider and I could always relate to Billy....except being smart haha, but as a kid you were my hero, as an adult I respect you as a person and still consider you someone to look up to, you've overcome so much and no one deserves that treatment. Thank you
You are such an amazing, strong person. I really admire you. I'm so sorry you had to go through these horrible times. I'm happy you found and love yourself now. You are an inspiration.
David Yost is my hero. He was when I was 7 and he is 22 years later. He even sent me a free shirt because I am recovering from being hit by a car and breaking my back and 3 other limbs. He is the best
kyle damron
What a guy 💙
Thank you so much for that story! David seems like a true gentleman. Additionally, I hope you fully recovered. It's nice to know that you had that wonderful experience with him.
I bet you wear leather pants now
Kyle I'm sorry for what you went through! I hope you're fully recovered!
@Michael_Beanflip what's wrong with leather pants??
They provide better protection than denim in a crash....
It's sad and bizarre to think that people working in the Film and TV industry of all careers could have a problem with gay people.
Feel for you man, sorry you went through this bullshit, you're still the best Blue Ranger in my eyes.
The last part of his interview made me cry. I can relate to everything he said. I'm not gay. But I was bullied and called many names growing up.
David made the right decision to leave the show, and I'm glad he didn't commit suicide and just accepted being gay. Basically saying "This is who I am and you're not going to change me into something I'm not". Those producers can go to hell ! That was very rude and unprofessional, they should've been fired.
It breaks my heart to hear how badly he was treated simply for being gay . The producers owe him a HUGE public apology!!!!!
I mostly agree on both those but obviously they don't want to accept the fact that they did something wrong and try to hide it which is so annoying.
I don’t blame him for leaving the Power Rangers show but I didn’t like how his tenure ended on a bad note due to homosexual harassment he dealt with for many weeks prior to his departure from the show. Remember David, Power Rangers fans including myself, your relatives, friends and co-stars, Walter, Amy Jo, and JDF, will always support you no matter what.
He should have sued the crap out of them!!
Exactly he should’ve sued the producers for homosexual harassment he dealt with for years
Wow. I got chills. I know that David will probably never read these comments, but I have to write this. Power Rangers was a huge part of my childhood, and Billy, being the nerd, was the one I identified with the most. David, all of us who loved Power Rangers love you, no matter what our race, gender, sexuality, or creed... the sane ones, anyway. Keep fighting the good fight, and thanks for all you've done for us lonely kids.
after this interview one of the producers said that David was lying and it was over pay. But I say BULLSHIT to that. The producer probably said that because people were pissed at him for saying what he said and he wanted to save his own ass by saying David was lying. Unbelievable! First they bully him for being gay then they try to lie and say they didn't shame on you producers! David you are an inspiration to all of us. I'm so sorry those pathetic excuse for producers did that to you
zero granger I suspect it was Scott Page-Pagter who did all the bullying (since he was the only one who tried to label David as a liar).
wiiplayer9revisited It was him
I remember the TMZ article.
mrwhopee met who? David or Scott?
mrwhopee nah, son. That NPS interview Karan Ashley gave in recent years backed up what David said.
kory stephens Alright well nobody will really know for sure because this was before cell phones and hidden cameras. I'm just saying I met David today at a con and he was rude, sarcastic and bitter looking. His booth lineup was also very empty, the black ranger was friendly and a cool guy.
Such an awesome guy, makes me sad the way they treated him. As a kid, I didn't like Billy much, but as an adult I can clearly see he was one of the best.
As a girl, I identified more with Kimberly. But I identify with Billy too.
EXCUSE ME ?!, DOUCHE NO?!Well, PAL, you SHOULD be & WILL BE a BIG FAN of Billy The Blue Ranger, LIKE IT or NOT !
faisal ahmed Go fuck yourself, Osama
This man is a true superhero if I've ever seen one
true.
MzrtLegacy how? it sucks he was bullied like that, especially by people in power. I don't think hero I'd say smart and say good on him for walking away trying to better himself. seems like a good guy and he's always going to be the blue ranger and he bounced back in the best way possible.
4Legacy I think he was STRONG to dare to leave the show and did the right decision for his mental health, but I don't see any "heoric" act in it? Being a "true hero" means to do something unselfish.
How is trying to leave a VERY hostile situation for the sake of your own mental health selfish
random person Uhm... that is literally the definition of "selfish". He did it for himself. What you need to understand is that being selfish isn't ALWAYS a bad thing. In this case, it's a very good thing. We forget to take care of ourselves. We all NEED to once in a while be at least a LITTLE selfish so that we take take of our physical and mental health.
THIS is why I want Saban to have someone give a legit apology to David...not just something half-ass, I mean real-deal one. This dude was one of my role models growing up, along with the other rangers. I kind of wish to see David and some of the other rangers go into other roles, like how well Jonny Yong Bosch and Jason David Frank are doing. Heck, I wouldn't mind them getting into more serious roles in an action show.
Seriously, they got the skills to do it. I know it's mainly fighting guys in clunky costumes, but a lot of them know actual martial arts.
johnny yong bosch is actually doing quite well doing voice acting like as ichigo in the anime series bleach lelouch in code geass renton in eureka 7 and many more.
Seishin i know :P I mean like Amy Jo Johnson and her role in that cop drama. THAT is what I mean. She was the pink ranger, and then she moved onto a more serious show and did a great job there.
I kind of want to see David Yost being in that sort of limelight as well XP
+Seishin I know, and now he's voicing Artemis in Sailor Moon.
Saban should apologize to David. I'm really upset with the producers, especially Haim Saban for what happened. Yost is a good guy and didn't deserve any of this crap.
Saban never gave the guy an apology? If so thats a damn shame.
THIS is the main reason he turned down the offer to return to "Super Megaforce," as he didn't want to suffer any more abuse from the staff like he did back then. Things have probably changed by now because many years have passed, but NO ONE should have to go through stuff like that
Indeed! And Walter Jones was also backing him up as well.
They declined because of Union reasons
He would've been safe in New Zealand, they don't play there, no one would've let the happen
Good for Walter and even him, Amy Jo, and JDF still keep in touch with David as they always will
After 20 long years I still admire and look up to you David. As a gay male myself I can relate to you. I wish you eternal happiness David love you!
I'm so impressed with what David is saying ! He's very strong , to come through what he has !! He's a real life hero !! It's not people who are gay that are the problem , it's people who are bigots, who don't accept those that are gay that are.
Lots of gay people are happy with who they are but are made to feel ashamed of being it.
I guess you really never know what's going on behind the scenes... I loved this show as a kid but I'm disgusted that this is how he was treated, I taints the memory in some way. I feel I can relate to so much he spoke about and I feel for him truly. This was really interesting to watch, thank you for sharing!
We fans love you, David. Dont ever stop loving yourself.
James Vance That's true.
O man, this is horrible. He was Always my favorite in Power Rangers. And it's so weird to hear what was going on behind the scenes of my childhood show.
I just hated to hear the way they production crew treated him just because he wasn't like them. it is so disgusting. David was and is always be my favorite actor
Dare - wait for it - Devil they should say sorry for those words.
I am going through what this guy is describing right now.
My mental breakdown accrued about a year ago when my parents disowned me and kicked me out for being gay.
I spent quite some time in different hospitals and I still can not work because of the nerve damage.
Hatred is such a terrible thing and leads only to more pain and suffering.
I hope everyone that reads my story will love there children for who they are and love themselves as well.
David yost i don't know if you'll ever see this but i hope you do, you are very loved by fans all over the world; including by me i have a ton of respect for you as a child; & to this day i stil have a ton of respect for you. Please remember this. Thank you for being you. Thank God that you didn't take your life. & thank you for making the new power rangers 8 episode show; i did sign the petition for the show & shared it for others to sign it.
He seems like such a kind soul and I'm thrilled he did this interview. Something I think soooo many people waited for and wanted for years. My heart breaks for him and I feel terrible he had to go through that. No one deserves to be hurt like this. God made us all... with love. No matter what color, religion, or sexual preference, we should be treating each other right...with kindness and love. God Bless you David and God Bless you all :)
He seems like such an amazing guy. Humble, genuine and a true gent.
Gay or straight, you're still awesome.
Keep doing what you do.
Love you David. You are a hero in my eyes. A real life superhero. Swear to God. You're gonna make ME cry now! Best wishes forever.
Totally started crying at the end there.
Billy was always my favorite character. I was actually at his panel at AFO, and when he told us about the circumstances around his leaving the show, i almost started to cry ;_; I also went to his autograph session that day and told him how much i sympathized because i had a lot of bully problems growing up and Power Rangers was my favorite show at the time, so it was also my escape. He gave me a hug and told me he was sorry i had to go through that stuff. I'll be cherishing that memory forever.
David Yost will always be a legend both in Power Rangers and a great person. I wish I had the opportunity to meet him at a convention and say, "Just like your character, you are a hero. Also a kind person that is wise and determined to continue on being the person that he is and there are a lot of people who have your back."
David, you've been a special part of my preteen years, simply because you were one of the original Power Rangers. No other cast could do what you guys did for us. You made a fantasy well worth living and you gave kids like me hope that I could always do something better. I'm glad you didn't hurt yourself because I don't think I could get past it if something bad were to happen to you. I love you and so do all of your real fans. Stay true to you and we will, too. Love, Ida.
I really had no idea he was gay. You are still one of my heroes David.
Shut up Doug
I find it oddly pleasing that my favorite power ranger as a kid was gay. The fact that they treated him that way on the show is fucking awful, though.
David Yost is an incredible person. Extremely strong humble and nice to all his fans, embracing his role as the original blue ranger even with the hardships that came with it. I'm so sorry for what you had to go thru but if it makes any difference, your 5 year old fans at the time are now 25 year old fans like myself and where are all here for you bro and will continue to support our childhood role model Billy but more importantly our adult role model David Yost. This is from a straight Italian catholic kid from New York.
I agree what most people said 'bout JDF being like a DICK and ASSHOLE ('Urinatin' On David, 'Hair Brush' And 'Fly On David's Sandwich') was absolutely HORRIBLE And DICK, ASSHOLE act from JDF.I'll say it one LAST time, it is one thing to fun with david yost and fool around sometime with David, but to pull pranks like, forementioned-FLY ON DAVID'S SANDWICH, HAIR BRUSH & URINATIN' ON DAVID was absoutely INEXCUSEABLE. I wouldn't & never would blame david yost if he disliked & never forgave Jason David Frank for that. To-David Yost ('I'm VERY sorry you had go through that what Jason pulled on you') Im sorry to say this 'bout Jason David Frank, it's sad now a days And understandable some fans dislike And lost respect on Jason & the controversy about Jason David FRank. Upsetted and surprised me most is way he disrespected fellow POWER RANGER star, Rick Medina, Jr. and being like a jerk And rude to few POWER RANGERS fans. I'm not only a BIG Jason David Frank fan, ALSO BIG fan of Walter Jones(Black Ranger-Zack Taylor) and EVEN YOU!, David Yost(Blue Ranger-Billy Cranston) Take it easy, and YOU TRULY ROCK, Blue Ranger! ! You, Billy And Zack should have worn Green Ranger's shield And carry Green Rangers dragon dagger to summon DragonZord occasionly once in a whil !
Man, I never knew that David Yost went through so much hell behind the scenes. I read that there have been disputes between him and the crew, but never to this extent. David, your role as Billy was the best of the best! You were/are my favorite Blue Ranger now and forever!!! It was awesome that your Ninja animal was my favorite animal and color! The Blue Wolf!!! Hope to see you act in any project in the future. You have my support and respect!
David you are a real hero. Shame on those idiots who made you feel like your worthless. David you are true gentleman and be truly proud of who you are.
This is a sad, complicated story. David seems like a very nice guy. I personally don't like the fact that he actually tried to change himself in order to indulge others. That was a bad idea. Being gay is not something to be ashamed of. We live in a society where most people don't accept the different one. Sad to hear that the whole production crew made a joke out of his sexuality, and a dumb thing too. I mean, if you want your actor to be at his best, why would you make fun of him and put him down? By doing that, you simply make him feel insecure, and at the end of the day it affects his acting.
David really does have a big heart.
I nearly cried for him :( Such a shame that he got treat that way, but he's still here, so props to you man
Its wonderful and uplifting to read the outpouring of support for this man. No one should ever be made to feel like he was made. Im glad he's been able to come out a stronger person in spite of all he had to endure.
I hope Haim and Shuki have become more accepting as the years went on.
My name is billy.. and.. I really connected to David as a kid because his role on power rangers. His nerdyness, his name, his martial arts, etc. And This really saddens me to know now, why he disappeared from the show. I respect him more now. #salute
DAVID, Respect you man, nice interview.
Terribly sad for david! He was always one of my favorites! Part of the group but struggling to find their place… he always saved the day with his inventions.. Billy Lowkey was one of the strongest rangers just because of his mind. It’s a shame he was ridiculed and mistreated.. glad he’s doing better now!!
David is doing more Power Ranger things now and looks alot happier. He's also best friends with Amy Jo Johnson too.
This is sad, man. I love these guys and he felt like he wasn't good enough and had to change himself.
I've always heard rumors about David Yost and why he left Zeo, but now that I've heard the truth from his own perspective, this changes things. I've always respected David Yost as a talented actor and as one of my favorite rangers from Mighty Morphin' so to hear this makes me respect the man even more. Thank you David Yost for being a great man, and I hope he finds happiness in his future. No matter what your sexual orientation, everyone deserves the right to be happy.
to me David Yost is Billy, intelligent, and strong, the sad part is i got choked up about why he left the power rangers, but to me he is still mighty morphin blue, the brains of the group, yes as a kid i would argue about being the red ranger then after the character grew more and became more defined in noticed that Billy was stronger then the others. he wasn't fast, or strong like the others, he had his wits, and when the 'nerdy geek' side of him melted away, and the gymnastic and powerful mind if the group formed in i began to realize i didnt care what color of suit i wore would be, it is the heart behind it, of course David Yost's character i did miss alot. forever the blue ranger billy, forever the brains of the team and the heart.
I can't believe people still go through this!!! I so wanna hug you too.
I have actually wanted to hug you since you were the original Blue Ranger, and when I met you at Macy's in Glendale, I was really honored to have met my favorite Ranger ever!!!
Billy: only power ranger that had brains. Gay, Straight or Bisexual, he was the smart one. I didn't know that he was gay, he was still one I remember well, besides the Green/White ranger. Besides comic books have different orientated heroes, e.g. X-Men.
It's crazy to see that he was always the brain in the show, but he turned out to be the strongest in real life. He'll always be my favorite ranger.
It does not matter if your gay you were the most awesome power ranger ever ! : )
The entire Power Rangers show helped me in my younger years, and Billy was a character I related to. I was a very awkward kid and was called geek (A name which I now embrace as my identity) and other similar names, and I'm also in a wheelchair which made it even harder. When I was a kid I never even knew David was gay but when I found out it made me even happier that Billy was one of my role models since David also had a hard time fitting in for his own reasons.
David, you are my hero!!! I watched you growing up!! Thank you for making my childhood a blissful experience!!!
He's truly my hero because he's so brave. He has been through so much and he did the show for so long and you never would have known.
The blue ranger was my favourite growing up. Even now, he still is. Both as a ranger and an actor.
I'm crying now 😭 I hate how he was treated. I'm glad none of the cast was involved in the hate from the producers. Billy/David will always be the best! I love him! ❤️
I want a MMPR biopic. There was so much behind the scenes drama. They got paid peanuts and they made the producers millions to this day. They made power rangers what it is and they were treated horribly
The cool thing I noticed about when he discussed walking off the show was that he didn't put "actors" into the people that discussed him like that. His fellow Rangers never did anything like that behind his back, and that makes me respect them and David even more.
He's a very caring person and his words are very encouraging.
If only there were more people around like David, the world might be a nicer place. I'm not gay but I class myself as "different" in the fact that I was born in the south of England and moved "up north" where I stood out because of my accent, not the colour of my skin or my sexuality. It was hard being called"poncy southern softie" "posh", "snob", "nerd" and "geek" to name but four of the insults that regularly came in my direction. Blue Ranger, you are my hero and always will be.
Steve might've replaced you as a blue ranger in Zeo,
but you'll always be a the 1st legendary blue ranger
you really dont know how much u and all the original rangers inspired me sir, dont ever beat yourself up mr. yost. i still watch the old power rangers and im still mesmorized by u and the rest of the cast the kids of the 90s will never forget you. u really dont know how big of an accomplishment u are to us all
David you're the fucking man. Original blue ranger what up?
I just want to give him a hug...
I think it's humbling that he is able to speak so truthfully about his problems, and even the mistakes he went about trying to "fix" them.
I can only say that I am super happy he is still around, found his way and is continuing to pursue what he enjoys most about life.
You were my favourite Power Ranger David. So thanks for the awesome entertainment as I was growing up.
Just had my heart broken :( :( :(
He said some of the crew screwed with him. That Jason (Tommy) was the prankster on set, but when it really boiled down to it, Jason was known to stick up for him and defend him. He got along well with the cast, but his best friends who encouraged him the most were the girls and Jason.
Seeing his hardships is heart breaking. I'm wanting to cry for him....I don't understand why sexuality has to drive people to do nasty things like David Yost. I think I love him more now then ever cause I've been through where he went through. I constantly struggle with suicidal thoughts and although it's not due to a single event or issue being gay was a large part of that. I used to believe I was the only abomination in the world that didn't deserve to live so on some level I know how he feels. All I can do is send some youtube HUGS to David and say your a beautiful person inside as much as out! You are an awesome person as much as you were a ranger!
I had a friend in grade school who always played and watched all the Power Rangers stuff with all of us as kids. Watching this video not only takes me back to those days; but it saddens me. My friend took his own life when we were in high school a few short years later because he felt the same way Dave Yost here says he felt. It's strange but true... he always wanted to be the blue power ranger out on the playground in elementary school. He was the blue ninja for Halloween 1995. :(
As a kid growing up and watching David as the Blue Ranger, I was completely oblivious to what was happening behind the scenes. It was only until now, 19 years later, that I found out about this. You'd think that people working in the film industry would be more "professional" with their words and behaviour. It is disgusting that David's co-workers treated him so poorly. No one deserves to be called names and discriminated. Nevertheless I'm so glad David is doing well now!
well we were kids. none of us knew what was going on behind the scenes. all we cared about was the fact we were seeing superheroes with giant robots defeating monsters and other evil creatures. as adults and the actors coming out saying what was going on we've learned so much more about how twisted these producers and other crew members could be like how they weren't get paid enough even though it was the number one rated kids show in the 90s.
No clue that this was going on when I was a huge fan as a child...kinda bittersweet to hear about it now. David seems like a great guy and Im proud to say he was my favorite ranger.
Incredibly touching story. Wow to be verbally abused like that constantly, thanks to the internet no production company today would ever get away with that.
I don't think you'll ever read this David, but I am so sorry for all of that bullshit. You are so strong and i appreciate your vulnerability so much. We all love you and accept you for who you are! You rock dude.
shame on all the creators and producers !
I cant believe he went through this. Makes me wanna cry. He was my favourite ranger.
blue ranger still my favourite ranger :)
i loved billy when i was a kid because i could relate to him as a geek. after watching this interview, i love david yost because i can relate to him a someone whos been bullied, gone through depression and considered taking his own life. thank you for posting this interview. it was great to watch, very informative and moving.
Doesn't matter what your sexuality is, you're a great guy and we've loved you as the blue ranger. Respect to you Mr. Yost, only God has the right to judge you.
He was my hero as a child, and still is now. Thank you!
I knew he was gay when i watched as a kid it didn't really make a difference to me.
@Gabriel Jacquez how is this a negative comment? Hes clearly saying whether hes gay or not it doesnt really matter
the one thing that breaks my heart is after they treated him and after he left the show he spent 2 years repressing who he was, how awful, im seeing him at the end of this month and all i want to do is give him a big hug
I can't believe he went through that he was being discriminated against that's just wrong I don't think I can watch my child hood shows the same way again.
I don't care if he's gay or not. He was and is a super hero and will always be part of my childhood!
God bless You David! As a Christian, I'm against the sin of racism as much as I am against homosexualism. The difference is I'm Not against PEOPLE! My limit w/gays socially & in person is, Not NO touching. I'll hug you, & I'd love to hug Dave bc he was hurting & my LORD and Savior taught me compassion. Notice; the "religious" leaders of God's day brought a PROSTITUTE to Christ for judgement! They caught her IN the Act. NOW what they had to be doing to catch her in the act,...Hhmm makes you kinda wonder. We're they in line & just got mad at her price or maybe she was closing shop after the one she did in front of them in line. THATs Irelavent though. ANYway back to the history, Jesus had the authority in Heaven (always) and even on earth voluntarily offered to him even by those who hate'em Him! And what does he say/do? He writes the commandments on adultery in the sand as a warning & tells her; "Your sin is forgiven," ONLY bc He's God so He not Only is the only human being on earth w/the authority to forgive sins, He always - & this is the part that even Christians get twisted - He has the power to glimpse into the soul, the intent, the motives of man(kind) so He knew she was sincere. "go and sin no more." The final very tragic thing th@ must be sad is that I wish I could live in the 90's for the rest of my life bc David - God bless & help him - was among the LAST Actor to go thru that ESpecially blacks & males of any color. Today in Hollywood being David is the best thing you can be or do! They are so pushing this 'gay' agenda thru'&'thru music - black music & pop music so far & Hollywood in general, as well as mentally&socially castrating the male - black males first so if we can't produce we die out - don't believe me?? Good! That means maybe, just maybe you will b free thinking enough to research it FOR YOUrself! When did You EVER think rap artist would go from bein the bad boys of music (hecc one of the largely most successful Record Labels in rap was Named just that; 'Bad Boy' (P.Diddy & Biggie) to now so called hard artists -INcluding one whom has the balls (more like lack thereof!) to Ame himself "Youn Thug". More like Lady Bug, not only does he talk, act & dress gay, he has been photographed wearing a dress! So has; Kanye West, ASAP Rocky & many others. Again, ignore me except this one thing! Research the following please(!!!) the de-masculation of black males or womanizing rappers and black males (TH-cam these next few pls, thank You!) The gay agenda in hip-hop, Dr. Umar Johnson on hip hop and Obama. (Republicans who hate Obama, U'll agree --->) Dr. Umar Johnson on Obama (&or Obama's secrets by Dr. Umar Johnson) lastly pls please take the brief time to TH-cam Dave Chappell on the illuminati IF You haven't already. Be well my brothers & sisters Of ALL genders & race!
brainwashed you are...-Yoda
You need Greydon Square in your life, lol.
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+Nike Justdoit I totally agree
That was beautiful and genuinely put. I wish more people could see this video. Social change can slow but also powerful.
i don't think i've ever cried during an actors interview but this one reallly really struck home for me. he is and will forever be an amazing human being in my opinion of my first ever actors i have ever had a crush on and just to see that he went through so much pain during something that i had so much plesure in watching as a little girl just fills me with so much emotions. i would give anything to meet this man the role of billy really just made me who i am today. Thank You so much David Yost
Seeing this made me cry for what he went through being discriminated for his sexuality. One of my best Friends came out to me years ago, at first I did not know how to handle it, but I got use to it and didn't let it bother me. David is my hero! I met him a couple years ago and told him that I was bullied, picked on and called a failure in life. I even told him I was on the verge of taking my own life by jumping off a 3 story building, but a Maitence Man walked by and talked me out of it. David told me that guy was my angle sent from God to stop me. Without him, Dave and I wouldn't have met! David Yost is a legend and a great guy! I love him for who he is as a person and he impacted my life!
David, I'm sorry you had to go through that. Thank you for being strong, and for telling your story.
The series/franchise would have benefited so much if Yost had been a director. He should still consider it. I think there is a desperate need for stories about gay heroes children's media. Please make this happen on Power Rangers. It would be my dream.
I appreciated him for his portrayal as Billy and his contribution to my childhood memories. Now I appreciate him for sharing his personal hardships and continuing to be an inspiration even in my adulthood.
The last bit of his story was actually sad. I really wish he stuck around. He is a really good person. I can't believe there is something called "praying the gay away"--God accepts you regardless of who you are. There is nothing one can do about being gay (scientifically proven) I really felt bad for him ;(
I wish you the best David Yost (aka Billy Cranston) I was and still am your fan
He's got such a big heart.Respect all the way Mr Yost.
David, you should stay who you are and NEVER change! I can tell you are an awesome human being cause you have tenderness in your eyes that not many people have. Glad you were a big part of my childhood!
I have a lot of respect for him after watching this. It takes a lot of balls to deal with all that shit and especially to talk about it to the world.
That disturbs me that people would harass him and call him such degrading things. David Yost is such a sweet guy.
You go David. You know, you got a bunch of fans from the MMPR years who accept you for who you are. Kudos to you for speaking out! We've been wanting to hear from you for years!
He's never been my absolute favorite ranger (Trini always was), but he truly was an awesome character. The show would have never been the same without him.
You have no idea how THANKFUL I am to y'all for getting an interview with this man! For years, I have always wondered why he left the show and to hear the REAL story from him is quite upsetting, which proves how cruel people can be towards someone for being different. Hopefully, his co-stars were not a part of the harrassment. As for David, it doesn't really matter to me whether he's gay or not...I still love him because MMPR was a HUGE part of my childhood. Long live the original Blue Ranger!!!
It's a real shame what happened to him but he's done really well to get through it with such dignity. All I can say is, Go Go Power Ranger!
If it doesn't ring back too many bad memories, I think it would be cool for David Yost to work behind the scenes for future Power Rangers seasons, echoing Billy's transition from Ranger to Technical Guy / Mentor. Hell, even a cameo as the Blue Ranger would work for me...or even making the "Billy is the Phantom Ranger" fan theory canon (although I understand the Phantom Ranger isn't so iconic).
I'm very proud of you David. That was an interesting heart felt interview. God Bless you. I'm proud to be a fan.
I'm so glad I could watch this interview with my favorite ranger. I thought he was an amazing person when I was eleven and seventeen years later, he's still amazing. It pains me to think that people treated him so poorly and that he suffered emotionally for so long. You're awesome no matter what, David! And you have my respect!
David, you are a wonderful person, and I'm glad you are doing well, I hope you get the Producer thing and if you do you should make a show with your old cast members but you were my favorite power ranger growing up, I am/was an outsider and I could always relate to Billy....except being smart haha, but as a kid you were my hero, as an adult I respect you as a person and still consider you someone to look up to, you've overcome so much and no one deserves that treatment. Thank you
Wow! I never knew David was gay. I can't believe he fought all that peer pressure, while acting? Honest man he is.
You are such an amazing, strong person. I really admire you. I'm so sorry you had to go through these horrible times. I'm happy you found and love yourself now. You are an inspiration.
Thank you for coming out!I watched you as a kid..:)
Billy is my fav power ranger of all time. Met him at comic con a few years ago. It was a wonderful moment