Your impact was incredible. However, though Caesar appeared in the biggest box office hit of 1978, he struggled with alcohol and pill addiction during that same era, per The New York Times. ", A post shared by Barbra Streisand (@barbrastreisand), Actor George Takei called Newton-John a "great, iconic artist." "Physical," "Xanadu," and "Please Mister Please" are some of her most recognized hits, but her performances in "Grease" are some of her best. As the years have gone on, and the world has continued to turn and change, the actors from "Grease" have also evolved quite a bit actually. "Maybe deep down I knew there was a reason or a purpose for it," she said. She competed on the hit British series Dancing on Ice in 2019, but was eliminated in week four. CHRIS ROCK'S BROTHER CHALLENGES WILL SMITH TO A BOXING MATCH AFTER OSCARS SLAP, Eddie Deezen was arrested on burglary charges in April 2022. Newton-John was first diagnosed with breast cancer back in 1992 when she was just 43. Yours from the first moment I saw you and forever! Part of the reason was his drug abuse after season one. "I lucked out that my first film was 'Grease,'" he said, noting, "It was just electric because I'd been in high school just two years earlier. Dennis Stewart was born on 29 July 1947 in Los Angeles County, California, USA. WATCH: Grease legend Dame Olivia Newton-John dies aged 73. . "My dearest Olivia, you made all of our lives so much better. I would be out partying every night at different Hollywood clubs, running into other young celebrities like Lindsay Lohan and Paris Hilton, and just partying the night away, she further stated. Vanity Fair also noted back in 2016 that in the decade years since the release of "Grease," the film has grossed close to $400 million worldwide. Los Angeles," she explained, adding, "So now I am raising my kids, riding my horse, writing a novel, teaching acting, cooking vegetable soup from my garden.". NewsCore. ", "Jeff Conaway As Seen in My Award Winning Feature 'From Behind the Sunflower'! Jeffrey Charles William Michael Conaway[1] (October 5, 1950 May 27, 2011)[1] was an American actor. [3], While at NYU, Conaway appeared in television commercials and had the lead in a school production of The Threepenny Opera. [2], After breaking into series television in 1975 with Happy Days, followed by guest spots in several other TV shows, and three more films including Grease, he was cast as aspiring actor Bobby Wheeler on Taxi, which premiered in fall 1978. Conn's most recent work was in the comedy movie "The Mimic," as well as the yet-to-be released film "Paper Dreams.". My best friend, the devoted daughter captioned the snap, which showed the pair wandering across a field together. Deezen is facing charges relating to an April arrest for allegedly trespassing and burglarizing the neighbors at his Maryland home. And, of course, if you have a cancer diagnosis, your death is kind of there. "He was the consummate performer and entertainer," Brock said. [3], The following year, Conaway appeared in the original cast of the Broadway musical Grease, as an understudy to several roles including that of the lead male character, Danny Zuko, and eventually succeeded role-originator Barry Bostwick. Part of that charm was because Doody was cast perfectly and was played by Barry Pearl. The sad news was announced on her official. In the years since, he has built a long list of guest star credits on TV shows ranging from Alfred Hitchcock Presents, to Baywatch, Beverly Hills 90210, and Even Stevens. "I was glad when it was over, to tell you the truth," the actress said. Channing has continued to appear on both stage and screen, and played a recurring role on the CBS drama The Good Wife until 2016. Rest now, sweet friend. Here are a few other actors from the iconic Grease movie who you may not have known also died. [3] His mother, Helen, an actress who went by the stage name Mary Ann Brooks,[2] taught music at New York City's Brook Conservatory. Travolta was married to the late Kelly Preston from 1991 until her death from breast cancer in July of 2020. However, to avoid feeling "burned out," he was selective in choosing what he would agree to. 'Grease' actor and acclaimed singer Olivia Newton-John died Monday at age 73 at her Southern California ranch surrounded by family and friends.SUBSCRIBE FOR . Kenickie, the T-Birds second-in-command, was brought to life by Jeff Conaway. The actor, who played geeky Eugene Felsnic in the "Grease" musical films and Eddie in the 1980s sitcom "Punky Brewster," also has been transferred to the Maryland Department of Health for treatment, according to Allegany County Circuit Court records reviewed Monday by . Are Any of the Main Actors From The Ten Commandments Movie Still Alive? Played by Eddie Deezen, Eugene was like the lovable nerd who remained optimistic even when he was constantly getting picked on by the popular guys. Sadly, according to the BBC, Conaway's addiction to prescription drugs may have started with "Grease," as a back injury he suffered while filming the movie spawned a lifelong addiction. The Post has reached out to Newton-Johns rep for further comment. We will see you down the road and we will all be together again. Five years later, after a handful of TV appearances in shows like M*A*S*H, The Waltons, and Magnum, P.I., Ward retired from acting on-camera. "Grease" co-star John Travolta was devastated to hear the news and penned a sweet dedication on social media. He was constantly cracking jokes as inappropriate as they may be. She added: I wasnt doing it on purpose. Fox News Flash top headlines are here. Instead I saw it as, 'Hey, anybody could do this character.' Some of your favorite characters from the movie were played by actors who went on to find plenty of success, while others have stayed relatively quiet. Newton-John was born in England in 1948, before relocating to Australia at the age of 5. in 2016. Following the juggernaut success of the film, Travolta's next hit came with 1980's Urban Cowboy, but then a string of disappointments followed, and the actor's career hit a slump throughout the following decade. The young actor scored the lucky role as the tough-talking, drag-racing, Scorpions gang leader in the hit movie during the same year he played a dancer in the megahit BeeGees film "Sgt. "Or maybe I needed to create one to make it okay for myself. [3] The 1961 Pulitzer Prize-winning play was nominated for a Tony Award for Best Play and ran 333 performances and one preview from November 29, 1960, to September 16, 1961. The Hollywood Reporter cited a coroner's report that revealed Conaway's death was caused by a "major internal infection." [12] He also felt creatively stymied: I wanted to do things with Bobby, but as the show went on, I could see I wasn't going to get that chance Lemme tell you I loved Bobby, I identified with Bobby. The character was the leader of the T-Birds rival gang called the Scorpions. "When my twins turned 3 and my oldest turned 9, my wonderful husband and I decided it was time to get out of Dodge, a.k.a. (directed by) Writing Credits Cast (in credits order) Produced by Cinematography by Bill Butler . Obviously, after "Grease," Tucci went on to appear in plenty of movies and television shows all throughout the 1980s and '90s, including "Diff'rent Strokes," "Groucho," "It's Garry Shandling's Show," and "The Paper Chase." Los Angeles CNN -- Actor Jeff Conaway who was in the TV series Taxi and the movie Grease died Friday morning his manager said. Additionally, Channing has also made a name for herself on Broadway, starring in a number of beloved musicals. She spent the last two decades of her life giving back, a source close to Newton-John told The Post. [4], He also spent time living with his grandparents in South Carolina, which gave him enough of a Southern accent[4] that when he accompanied his mother to a casting call for director Arthur Penn's Broadway play All the Way Home, a story set in Knoxville, Tennessee, the 10-year-old Conaway landed a featured role as one of four boys. Despite how painful the circumstances were, I felt so lucky to have someone like my mom with me to lean on and cry with, she stated. Ward was the voice director, producer, and co-writer for "All Dogs Go to Heaven 2," the voice director, supervising story editor, and executive producer for "The Pink Panther" television series, and so much more. Offers may be subject to change without notice. If you're curious about what the cast of "Grease" is doing now, here's what you need to know. By using our Services, you agree to our use of cookies. Starring Olivia Newton-John and John Travolta as Rydell High School sweethearts Sandy Olsson and Danny Zuko, the film. Byrnes died on January 8, 2020 at his home in Santa Monica, California, with his family reporting it was natural causes (via ABC). Drew. The track which was accompanied by a steamy aerobics video clip, which won a Grammy for Video of the Year was eventually named the biggest song of the 1980s. Whereas most people, we don't have a clue when we're gonna die. Watch "Dr. Drew" Friday night at 9 ET on HLN to hear about Dr. Drew's close relationship with Jeff Conaway. His vanishing sparked a frenzied search, but he was never found. They call it reinventing yourself, the superstar said about how fans looked at her differently following the release of the single. Grease is one of those classic films filled with songs that just about everyone can recite today. The true story of the g-strings and murders behind Welcome to Chippendales. [12] Conaway's doctor attributed his death to his addiction, stating, "What happens is, like with most opiate addicts, eventually they take a little too much and they aspirate so what's in their mouth gets into their lungs That's what happened with Jeff. In 2011, the former actress was diagnosed with stage 4 lung cancer. In an interview with CBS News' Gayle King, Newton-John explained that she had to learn to remind herself not to let the thought of cancer consume her. Jeff Conaway was best known for his role as Kenickie in "Grease," as well as his role in the TV series "Taxi," alongside actors like Andy Kaufman and Danny DeVito. Cookies help us deliver our Services. She went on to meet and marry producer John Easterling in 2008. In the 1980s, the actor embarked on a healthy lifestyle journey that would ultimately help him live a very long life. [3], Conaway worked as a child model, and attended high school at the Quintano School for Young Professionals. Tragically, the much-loved actress died at the age of 73 on Monday, August 8, surrounded by her family at her California ranch. After a whirlwind fling of "Summer Nights," the pair assumes their time together is over, and that Sandy must return to Australia with her parents. And sadly, two actors Jeff Conaway, who played Kenickie, and Annette Charles, who played Cha Chahave since died. But I feel very fortunate that I had the opportunity to record it. Sadly, along with all of the fanfare, there has been tragedy. Ill miss you every day. Eve Arden, who had a long film and stage career, played Rydell High School Principal McGee in Grease. Newton-John was first diagnosed with breast cancer back in 1992, at the age of 43. On Nov. 12, 1990, she died from heart disease. Olivia Newton-John's breakout role was in "Grease," but she was already well on her way to establishing her name in the music business. Her big screen follow-up, Xanadu co-starring Gene Kelly was a critical and commercial failure, but produced a hit soundtrack and a slew of top 20 singles, including "Magic," which spent five weeks at number one on the charts. In addition to acting, Conaway dabbled in music. In addition to the box office and Billboard success brought on by the musical, her performance in Grease also landed her a Golden Globe nomination. Another famous character actress, Dody Goodman, played Eve Arden's character's sidekick, wacky high school secretary Blanche Hodel in "Grease" and its sequel. Following his film success in "Grease," Stewart logged a series of guest spots on popular TV shows of the era, including "Wonder Woman" and "CHIPs." Conaway was featured in the first and second seasons of the reality television series Celebrity Rehab with Dr. Drew. Send tips to Anders.Hagstrom@Fox.com, or on Twitter: @Hagstrom_Anders. She stayed busy for the rest of the '80s, starring in the film version of the play, as well as parts in Ordinary People, and the horror movie Child's Play. Jan, the nerdy, junk food loving member of the Pink Ladies was played by Jamie Donnelly, who originated the part on Broadway, and was the only cast member to play the same role in both the stage musical and the film. "I was so much older than she was in life, but I could not think about that so I sort of threw myself back to what I felt when I was her age," she said of playing Rizzo. We ask that everyone please respect the familys privacy during this very difficult time, a post on her official Facebook page read. Things took a dark turn in the mid-2000s when Conaway relapsed from substance abuse and turned up on reality TV as a star of the VH1 shows Celebrity Fit Club and Celebrity Rehab with Dr. Drew. Other actors and music artists also honored the late singer. The true story of the g-strings and murders behind, Grammy-winning recording artist and country music star. She's since appeared in Cyrus (which she acted in alongside Marisa Tomei and John C.. ", First published on August 8, 2022 / 3:43 PM. The Grease legend died at her ranch in Southern California Monday morning, surrounded by family and friends following a long battle with cancer. In 2012, Travolta reunited with Olivia Newton-John for their holiday album This Christmas, and in 2016 he received his first Emmy nomination for his portrayal of Robert Shapiro in FX's The People v. O.J. Her cause of death was reported as heart disease. Rest in song and mirth.". [18] Conaway stated that he had been an addict since he was a teenager. In 2013, however, an X-ray taken after a car accident revealed Newton-John had cancer in right shoulder. 25 on the pop charts, and Newton-John went on to win three Grammys in the mid-1970s. The embattled actor first faced harassment accusations for a social media incident in 2021. John Travolta starred as Danny Zuko, leader of the greaser group known as the T-Birds. Conaway's dialogue for that episode was divided between his co-stars Danny DeVito and Christopher Lloyd, who delivered the jokes well enough so that Conaway's absence had little negative effect on the episode. Grease actor Eddie Deezen is not mentally fit for a trial and must remain in the custody of the Maryland Department of Health, according to a court order. The movie transformed Newton-John into one of the worlds biggest stars, with her next solo album, titled Totally Hot, racing up the charts later that same year. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed. The embattled actor first faced harassment accusations for a social media incident in 2021. Olivia Newton-John, the beloved singer and actor known for her 1970s and '80s hits and the movie "Grease," died at her ranch in Southern California on Monday at age . Sadly on Aug. 8, 2022, news broke that Olivia Newton-John, who played Sandy, died at her home in California after a long battle with breast cancer. Edd Byrnes, the actor who played Vince Fontaine in Grease, has died. Newton-John was first diagnosed with breast cancer in 1992, at the same time her father died from cancer. Arden died on November 12, 1990 at her Beverly Hills home at age 83, per The New York Times. And I could die tomorrow a tree could fall on me. Fans were surprised when Charles did a complete career change and became a college professor at California State University, Northridge. "[30], An autopsy performed on Conaway revealed that the actor died of various causes, including aspiration pneumonia and encephalopathy, attributable to drug overdoses. In 1992, Newton-John was diagnosed with breast cancer (via USA Today), leading her to open the Olivia Newton-John Cancer Wellness & Research Centre in Melbourne in 2012. A few decades following Conaway's TV and movie heyday, fans were sad to see Conaway turn up on "Celebrity Rehab With Dr. Drew,"where he revealed he was addicted to alcohol and prescription painkillers. Hollywood legend Olivia Newton-John has died of breast cancer. However, it was truly his work as a writer, director, and producer that took off. From disco-trap to deconstructed techno to Dolly-style country, we rank our favorite tracks this year. Dennis Stewart. In"Grease," she lent a sympathetic ear to a beauty school dropout (played by Didi Conn), who was her co-worker at the Frosty Palace malt shop, and in an interview with The Spokesman Review, Ellen Travolta who played a fellow Frosty Palace waitress in the film said it was "a lot of fun" working with Hollywood legends such as Blondell and Sid Caesar in "Grease.". The highest grossing movie of the year, it also produced one of the best-selling albums of all-time; a 1982 sequel starring Michelle Pfeiffer and Maxwell Caulfield; a live television event, Grease: Live! That claim has not been substantiated. "I was the first replacement on Broadway for Jan, and I played her for six months." Grease is the word! Her last project,"Bart Got a Room,"was in 2008, and in an interview with Empty Nest TV, Manoff explained that she was done with Hollywood. Deezen, 65, was filmed entering his neighbor's vehicles without their consent earlier this year. (Allegany County Sheriff's Office), LOS ANGELES - JUNE 16: The movie "Grease", directed by Randal Kleiser. She discovered that the disease had returned in 2013, before revealing in 2017 that it had metastasized to her lower back. "The real source of joy for those of us who did it is the fact that we keep in relatively regular contact. Charles died on Aug. 3, 2011, from lung cancer. Sadly on. In 2010 he provided voice-over for the English version of the animated short film Dante's Hell Animated (released in 2013), in which he is credited as "Hollywood legend Jeff Conaway". "Grease" came out in June 1978, starring John Travolta and Olivia Newton-John as Danny and Sandy. After her turn as beauty school dropout Frenchy in the original 1978 film, she went on to star in television shows like The Fonz and the Happy Days Gang, Benson, and the PBS series Shining Time Station alongside Ringo Starr, and later, George Carlin. "Frenchy was very protective of Sandy Sandy was new in town. The Hollywood legend was 70 years old when she died, according to The New York Times. In recent years, she poured vast amounts of money into the initiatives, selling off her real estate portfolio to help finance the organizations. The Celebrity Rehab alum had been in a . The 1970s were good to John Travolta. Four-time Grammy winner singer-songwriter and actor Olivia Newton-John who starred in the beloved movie musical Grease has passed away . He died on 20 April 1994 in Los Angeles County, California, USA. Quotes displayed in real-time or delayed by at least 15 minutes. While she became famous for her role in "Grease," Charles only logged a few acting credits after the hit film, per IMDb, including an appearance on "The Incredible Hulk" TV series, and she appears to have pretty much left acting behind for good in 1987. Two weeks later, the decision was made to take him off life support. Copyright 2023 Meredith Corporation. Dame Olivia Newton-John (73) passed away peacefully at her Ranch in Southern California this morning, surrounded by "Olivia has been a symbol of triumphs and hope for over 30 years sharing her journey with breast cancer. Olivia Newton-John as Sandy and John Travolta as Danny Zuko in a scene from the movie "Grease," released in 1978. On Jan. 8, 2020, died of natural causes. He underwent treatment in the late 1980s and often spoke candidly about his addictions. We will see you down the road and we will all be together again. After three seasons on Taxi, and two Golden Globe nominations, Conaway left the hit show due to both creative differences with the producers and his struggles with drug abuse on set. In 1988, she booked the lead role of Carol Weston in the hit NBC spin-off of The Golden Girls, Empty Nest. Your impact was incredible. The story of high school sweethearts Danny Zuko (John Travolta) and Sandy Olsson (Olivia Newton-John) is a quintessential tale of teenage devotion set against the musical backdrop of the 1950s. Market data provided by Factset. Dennis Stewart is best known for playing Leo Craterface Balmudo in Grease. I had a lot of meetings with [the producers] because I was unhappy Sure, partially it was ego, but let me do what I do best. In the 1950s, the multi-talented entertainment legend was one of television's very first stars as part of the pioneering live television series, "Your Show of Shows," which was quite an achievement for a kid who'd once earned a living as a saxophone player during the Depression (via Biography). To this day, it remains one of the highest-selling records of all time. Updated on: August 8, 2022 / 5:15 PM In the interview, the actor claimed he was much better after a fifth back operation, and that he had yet to use painkillers again. Food was the one thing I could be in control of.. The movie also gave us some memorable characters including Danny Zuko and Sandy Olsson. After her son David was diagnosed with autism at an early age, she has become an outspoken advocate for autism awareness, and in 2008 she was named the National Celebrity Spokesperson for Autism Speaks. He also discussed unscrupulous doctors and enablers. My eating disorder started when I was 15 and carried on until my early 20s, the star told the Mail on Sunday in 2013. The starlet won Best Country Vocal Performance, Female, for Let Me Be There in 1974 and both Record of the Year and Best Pop Vocal Performance, Female, for the ballad I Honestly Love You in 1975. The story of high school sweethearts Danny Zuko ( John Travolta) and Sandy Olsson ( Olivia Newton-John) is a quintessential tale of teenage devotion set against the musical backdrop of the 1950s.. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, ", "But I try not to think about it too much, but I try to mediate and be peaceful about it, and know that everyone I love is there, so there's something to look forward to. The soundtrack, however, was a success and cemented Newton-Johns status as a pop superstar. Sadly on August 8, 2022, at the age of 73, Newton-Johndied at her California home, reported The New York Times. We give each other a lot of support," he said. Deezen is best known for playing Eugene Felsnic in the original "Grease" films. [2][8] The two would reunite in the 1978 motion picture musical Grease, in which Travolta played Zuko and Conaway his buddy Kenickie. A look back at the crazy true story of Chippendales founder Somen "Steve" Banerjee and the murder and murder-for-hire plots at the center of the Hulu series. Goodman's character was known for her musical contribution to the morning announcements via her trusty xylophone. That said, Dr. Drew told People Magazine in 2011, with permission from the family, that the actor had experienced a deeply traumatic childhood, as well. Channing was the perfect actor to play Rizzo, and she continued to shine bright after "Grease" wrapped. Newton-John burst onto the Hollywood scene with her role as Sandy opposite John Travolta's Danny in the 1978 blockbuster, "Grease. ", Conaway's struggle with alcohol and drug addiction was chronicled in 2008 on the TV reality show "Celebrity Rehab With Dr. Copyright 2023 CBS Interactive Inc. All rights reserved. Conaway starred in the short-lived 1983 fantasy-spoof series Wizards and Warriors. Drugs and alcohol were his vices, and in 1988, Byrne publicly spoke about both his own addiction and his father's death fromcirrhosis of the liver (according toThe Washington Post). Here's What The Cast Of Grease Is Doing Now, Paramount Pictures, Walter McBride/Getty Images, Paramount Pictures, G'day Usa/Getty Images, Paramount Pictures, Rodin Eckenroth/Getty Images, Paramount Pictures, Tim P. Whitby/Getty Images, Paramount Pictures, Bobby Bank/Getty Images, Paramount Pictures, Robert Mora/Getty Images. While he might not have been popular, Eugene in "Grease" was definitely a fun character to watch. Doctors discovered a malignant tumor in her right breast and she underwent a modified radical mastectomy and chemotherapy before eventually being declared cancer free. [11] Conaway was reported at the time to be dissatisfied with being typecast as a "blond bimbo" and the "butt of struggling-actor jokes," along with finding the nature of the role repetitive. Annette Charles was best known for her role as the cha-cha dancing Charlene DiGregorio in the 1978 film. However, she was also a Tony-winning stage performer (perBroadway World), who would later go on to a recurring role on 'Designing Women," which scored her an Emmy nod, per Emmys.com. Olivia Newton-John died Monday at her ranch in Southern California, her publicist confirmed to CBS News. pic.twitter.com/Z1zkVe9CVb, Barbra Streisand also shared a photo and wrote, "Too young to leave this world. It was annulled. I worship this woman. Sadly, like so many stars, Byrnes struggled with addictive tendencies. "Hope you're all doing the same during these trying times.". While pneumonia was the cause of death, the doctor who. Olivia Newton-John on finding a purpose in cancer, Marie Osmond says her kids won't get an inheritance, Former "American Idol" contestant C.J. The 1978 movie, set in the '50s, follows a group of high school students as they navigate life and love. I just couldn't appreciate it and use it as just a job, as a learning experience. She also began abusing cocaine and chugging down a bottle of vodka every day. His first, short-lived marriage (when he was 21) was to a dancer he had been seeing for two years. director of photography Film Editing by John F. Burnett . Another actor with a smaller part in the movie Alice Ghostley, who played auto shop teacher Mrs. Murdock, died on Sept. 21, 2007. She began singing in the late 1960s, eventually releasing her first solo album, If Not for You, in 1971, with the title track originally written by Bob Dylan and recorded by George Harrison. In fact, Conn even starred in "Grease 2," making her one of the only original cast members to do so. In an interview with Snakkle, Ward explained that he loved working on "Grease," especially with his coworkers from the movie. Powered and implemented by FactSet Digital Solutions. ", A four-time Grammy Award-winner, the English-Australian superstar sold 100 million albums with songs like "I Honestly Love You," and "Have You Never Been Mellow." In addition to her health woes, Newton-John also faced a series of other struggles in her personal life. She went on to a voice role on the TV series "Alvin and the Chipmunks," among other shows. "Another angelic voice has been added to the Heavenly Choir. ", Travolta posted a tribute to her on Instagram, writing: "My dearest Olivia, you made all of our lives so much better. The couple had three children together: Jett, who tragically died from a seizure in 2009, Ella Bleu, and Benjamin. Copyright 2023 Endgame360 Inc. All Rights Reserved. Nonetheless, "Grease" remained his defining movie. 2 min read. 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