Most Power Rangers are normal people who are given superpowers and pulled into the world of the supernatural. Some of their lives, however, were dramatic and strange long before they even knew what a Power Ranger was. In some cases, they've already endured extreme tragedy.

Silly and fun as the series is, many Power Rangers characters have shockingly sad backstories. These depressing origin stories have a way of sticking with fans, both because of how emotional they are and how different they are in tone from the rest of the series. Ever since Power Rangers in Space started giving its heroes real backstories, viewers have looked forward each season to having their hearts broken.

Sky's Father Was Killed in Battle Mirloc Murdered a Former Red Ranger

Sky Tate, the Blue Spd Ranger, is driven by his admiration for his late father. From the first episode of Power Rangers Rpm, his...