Austin St. John Biography: Age, Movies, TV Shows, Parents, Siblings, Nationality, Height, Net Worth, Instagram

Austin St. John, born Jason Lawrence Geiger on September 17, 1974, in Roswell, New Mexico, is an American actor and martial artist best known for his role as Jason Lee Scott, the original Red Ranger in the iconic television series Mighty Morphin Power Rangers.

His portrayal of Jason not only captured the hearts of a generation but also established him as a prominent figure in popular culture during the 1990s.

Profile

• Full name: Jason Lawrence Geiger
• Nickname: Austin St. John
• Date of birth: September 17, 1974
• Age: 51 years old
• Gender: Male
• Place of birth: Roswell, New Mexico, USA
• Nationality: American
• Profession: Actor, martial artist, EMT
• Height: 5’10” (1.78 m)
• Parents: Steve Geiger, Sharon Geiger
• Siblings: Stephen Geiger
• Spouse: Kelley Geiger
• Children: Jacob Geiger, Christine Geiger, and a third child whose name is not publicly disclosed
• Relationship status: Married
• Religion: N/A
• Ethnicity: N/A
• Net worth: $300,000 and $400,000

Early Life and education

Austin St. John is now at the age of 51. He was born on September 17, 1974. Raised in a military family due to his father’s career as a U.S. Marine, Austin moved frequently during his childhood.

This nomadic lifestyle contributed to his adaptability and resilience. His parents, Steve and Sharon Geiger, instilled discipline and a strong work ethic in him from an early age. Austin has one sibling, a brother named Stephen.

From the age of five, Austin began training in martial arts under the influence of his father. He holds a second-degree black belt in Taekwondo and a first-degree black belt in Judo.

His early education included attending Robert Frost Middle School and W.T. Woodson High School in Fairfax, Virginia. He later graduated from Concordia University with a degree.

Personal Life

Austin St. John is married to Kelley Geiger, with whom he shares three children: Jacob Geiger, Christine Geiger, and another child whose name has not been publicly disclosed. The couple’s relationship has remained relatively private compared to his public persona.

Career

Austin St. John‘s career took off when he was cast as Jason Lee Scott in Mighty Morphin Power Rangers, which premiered in 1993.

His role as the Red Ranger made him a central figure in the series and led to multiple appearances across various iterations of the franchise, including Power Rangers Zeo and Power Rangers Wild Force.

After leaving the show during its second season due to contract disputes over pay and working conditions, he transitioned away from Hollywood for nearly two decades.

During this time away from acting, Austin served as an emergency medical technician and firefighter on the East Coast while also working overseas as a medic for four years.

His return to acting came after a long hiatus when he reprised his role as Jason Lee Scott in Power Rangers Beast Morphers and other special appearances within the franchise.

Awards and Nominations

• Nominated for various fan awards related to Power Rangers franchise appearances.
• Recognized by fans through polls for being one of the most beloved Red Rangers.

Net worth

Austin St. John‘s net worth is estimated to be between $300,000 and $400,000. He accumulated this wealth primarily through his acting career within the Power Rangers franchise along with earnings from his work as an EMT and firefighter.

Controversy

Austin St. John has faced various rumors and controversies throughout his career that have contributed to public scrutiny. One notable controversy arose regarding allegations that he had participated in adult films after leaving Mighty Morphin Power Rangers.

These rumors began circulating around 2000 but gained traction around 2006 when images purportedly showing him involved in explicit activities appeared online.

Despite these claims gaining momentum on various gossip sites, Austin consistently denied any involvement with adult film production or adult entertainment industry activities.

He clarified that these were false allegations aimed at tarnishing his reputation post-Power Rangers. The rumors became so widespread that they overshadowed some of his legitimate career achievements during that period.

In addition to these rumors about adult films, Austin faced scrutiny regarding contract disputes during his time on Power Rangers. He was vocal about dissatisfaction with pay rates compared to the show’s popularity and success.

Social Media

• Instagram: @austinstjohn
• Twitter: @austinstjohn

Filmography

• Mighty Morphin Power Rangers – Jason Lee Scott / Red Ranger (1993-1994)
• Power Rangers Zeo – Jason Lee Scott / Gold Zeo Ranger (1996)
• Exposé – Detective Anderson (1998) (TV movie)
• Power Rangers: The Lost Episode – Himself / Jason Lee Scott / Red Ranger (1999)
• Power Rangers Wild Force – Jason Lee Scott / Red Ranger (2002)
• Footsteps – Police Investigator (2003) (TV movie)
• Power Rangers Beast Morphers – Jason Lee Scott / Red Ranger (2020)
• Turbo: A Power Rangers Movie – Jason Lee Scott (1997)
• Mighty Morphin Power Rangers: Once & Always – Jason Lee Scott / Red Ranger Voice (2023)