| Frank | |
| Species: | Asian water monitor |
| Sex: | Male |
| Hatch Date: | 2003 |
| Death Date: | 23 October 2021 |
| Occupation: | Animal actor |
| Role: | Mrs. Kipling |
| Years Active: | 2011–2015 |
| Owner: | Jay Brewer |
| Residence: | The Reptile Zoo |
Frank (2003–23 October 2021) was an Asian water monitor and animal actor best known for his role as Mrs. Kipling on the American teen sitcom series Jessie. He was owned by Jay Brewer and lived at The Reptile Zoo in California until his death in 2021.
Disney Channel approached Jay Brewer in 2011 requesting a "big, tame lizard". Brewer chose Frank because of his calm disposition.[1] Brewer compared Frank to a teddy bear, stating that he was "always dependable".[2] Frank starred in Jessie until the show ended in 2015.
Aside from Jessie, Frank has also appeared in the following shows:
Frank lived in Jay Brewer's Reptile Zoo in Fountain Valley, California. He was known to wander around Prehistoric Pets, a pet store within the zoo.[3]
Frank died on 23 October 2021 at the age of 18, outliving 28 siblings.[4] He left behind a nephew named Frank Jr.[5]