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James Gaylyn
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Gaylyn at the U.S. Independence Day Event in Auckland, July 3, 2014.
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| Born | January 9, 1954 Louisville, Kentucky, U.S.
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| Occupation | Actor |
| Years active | 1998-present |
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Notable work
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Zeltrax in Power Rangers Dino Thunder (voice) Colonel Mason Truman in Power Rangers RPM |
James Gaylyn (born January 9, 1954) is an American actor and musician. He lives in New Zealand. He is famous for his roles in the Power Rangers TV shows. These shows are based on a Japanese series called Super Sentai.
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About James Gaylyn
James moved to New Zealand in 1981 with his wife. He is a talented blues singer and drummer. He has released music albums and toured in New Zealand and Australia. James also played drums on the popular song "How Bizarre" by the band OMC. This song became a big hit around the world.
James is well-known for his work on Power Rangers. He played Colonel Mason Truman in Power Rangers RPM. He has also done many other acting and voice-over roles for the show. This happened after the show's production moved to Auckland, New Zealand.
His acting career includes other big international movies and TV shows. These include Avatar and the Netflix series Cowboy Bebop. James lives on the North Shore of Auckland. His son, Elijah, is a rapper.
James Gaylyn's Acting Roles
James Gaylyn has acted in many different types of shows. He has done voice acting, appeared on television, and been in movies.
Voice Acting Roles
James has lent his voice to several characters, especially in the Power Rangers series.
- Power Rangers Dino Thunder (2004) .... Zeltrax / Golden Rod
- Power Rangers S.P.D. (2005) .... Orange-Head Krybots / General Benaag / Zeltrax
- Power Rangers Operation Overdrive (2007) .... Volcon / Cheetar
- Power Rangers Super Megaforce (2014) .... General Peluso
Television Appearances
He has appeared in many TV shows and movies made for television.
- Xena: Warrior Princess (2000) .... Petracles
- Atomic Twister (2002, TV Movie) .... Dr. Martin Jennings
- You Wish! (2003, TV Movie) .... Mayor
- Power Rangers Ninja Storm (2003, "The Samurai's Journey Part II") .... Past Wind Ninja Academy Sensei
- Eddie's Million Dollar Cook-Off (2003, TV Movie) .... Longo
- Power Rangers S.P.D. (2005) .... Store Manager
- Legend of the Seeker (2009) .... Commander Trimack
- Power Rangers RPM (2009) .... Colonel Mason Truman
- The Pacific (2010) .... Tee
- Power Rangers Dino Super Charge (2016) .... Mr. Watkins
- Power Rangers Beast Morphers (2020) .... Colonel Mason Truman
Film Roles
James has also been in several movies shown in cinemas.
- The World's Fastest Indian (2005) .... Customs Official
- In Her Line of Fire (2006) .... Admiral Winters
- Treasure Island Kids: The Battle of Treasure Island (2006) .... Morgan
- Wendy Wu: Homecoming Warrior (2006, TV Movie) .... Mr. Medina
- Bridge to Terabithia (2007) .... Principal Turner
- Avatar (2009) .... Op Center Staff
- Mr. Pip (2012) .... Magwitch
- The Royal Treatment .... Nate
- X (2022) .... Sheriff Dentler
- Heart Eyes (2025) .... Chief Richard Hartley
- M3GAN 2.0 (2025) .... General Hurst
