By Basant El-Faramawy
Power Rangers actor Phillip Andrew is showing encouraging signs of improvement after undergoing emergency brain surgery following a serious brain injury. The 2002 series Wild Force star, who played Merrick Baliton, also known as the Lunar Wolf Ranger, was rushed to hospital earlier this week.
Emergency surgery and condition
Andrew underwent emergency surgery after being admitted to hospital. His agent, Christian Ingram, announced on Tuesday, 27 October, that the actor is now awake and showing positive signs of recovery, though he still faces a long road ahead. Ingram asked fans to respect the family's privacy as they focus on his health.
Agent's statement
"Phillip suffered a serious brain injury that required emergency surgery," Ingram wrote in a statement shared on Andrew's Instagram page. "We are grateful to share that Phillip is now awake and showing encouraging signs of improvement. While this is a positive step forward, Phillip still has a long road ahead of him."
Career highlights
Andrew appeared in 28 episodes of Power Rangers Wild Force and remained active on the convention circuit. His other credits include the TV series What I Like About You and the 2004 film The Hazing, starring Brad Dourif. The Power Rangers franchise began in 1993 and has produced 24 different TV series.
Co-stars offer support
Fellow Power Rangers actors sent messages of support on social media. Sasha Craig, who played Kelsey Winslow in Power Rangers Lightspeed Rescue, wished Andrew a fast recovery. Jessica Rey, who portrayed Alyssa Enrile in Wild Force, wrote that she is praying daily for his healing.
