Richard Michael Genelle, who was an actor and businessman who died on December 30, 2008, was most remembered for his role as Ernie in the children’s television program Mighty Morphin Power Rangers.
Genelle played Ernie, the amiable proprietor of the Angel Grove Youth Center, the most well-liked hangout for teenagers in Angel Grove, from 1993 to 1997. He frequently served as a host for birthday celebrations, school events, martial arts competitions, and charitable gatherings in the neighborhood.
Where did Richard Genelle go to high school?
Richard graduated from Long Island’s John Glen High School. In real life, Genelle left the program to deal with his weight problems and smoking concerns, finally losing over forty pounds. In Cerritos, California, he also established the transportation business Retail Logistics Solutions, Inc.
Along with providing free food and drinks, he also assisted his clients when they needed it. Ernie unexpectedly left the Youth Center after four seasons to perform emergency volunteer work in South America, giving Jerome Stone ownership of the facility.
