Conn's most recent work was in the comedy movie "The Mimic," as well as the yet-to-be released film "Paper Dreams.". In an interview with Home Theater Forum, Deezen explained how happy "Grease" made him. While he might not have been popular, Eugene in "Grease" was definitely a fun character to watch. Conaway died in May of 2011 from complications from pneumonia. Since its release in June of 1978, the film adaptation of the hit Broadway musical Grease has remained an enduring fixture of pop culture. The Physical songstress is survived by her husband of 14 years, John Easterling, and her daughter, Chloe Lattanzi, 36. In addition to acting, Conaway dabbled in music. 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. He was constantly cracking jokes as inappropriate as they may be. Grease is one of those classic films filled with songs that just about everyone can recite today. Im a very privileged person, and Im very aware of that, she said. Rizzo also had a pretty important storyline with a pregnancy scare and the best song in the movie, "There Are Worse Things (I Could Do)," which was about her not being ashamed of her sexual desires. Tucci's most recent role was in the thriller "PinkCity: A Psychedelic Meditation," which was in post-production as of 2020. On Nov. 12, 1990, she died from heart disease. Annette Charles was best known for her role as the cha-cha dancing Charlene DiGregorio in the 1978 film. Credit: Everett Collection; Matt Winkelmeyer/Getty Images, Credit: CBS via Getty Images; Rodin Eckenroth/Getty Images, Credit: CBS via Getty Images; Bruce Glikas/FilmMagic, Credit: CBS via Getty Images; Jean-Paul Aussenard/WireImage, Credit: CBS via Getty Images; Bobby Bank/Getty Images, Credit: CBS via Getty Images; Albert L. Ortega/WireImage, Credit: CBS via Getty Images; Tara Ziemba/Getty Images. Though Travolta had appeared in television shows, in the classic horror film "Carrie," and in "Saturday Night Fever," he didn't reach peak fame until "Grease." Newton-John was first diagnosed with breast cancer back in 1992 when she was just 43. [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. Byrnes' son, news anchor Logan Byrnes, confirmed the news on Twitter, writing, "It is with profound sadness and . Newton-John continued to tour and release albums throughout the 1980s, but her personal life was in bloom. Menu. It makes sense that Travolta would then go on to land some impressive roles in films and television shows, such as "Pulp Fiction" and "American Crime Story.". Jeff Conaway Jeffrey Charles William Michael Conaway [1] (October 5, 1950 - May 27, 2011) [1] was an American actor. [2], His father, Charles,[2] was an actor, producer, and publisher. In 2013, however, an X-ray taken after a car accident revealed Newton-John had cancer in right shoulder. Though she wasn't exactly someone's main love interest in "Grease," Rizzo was perhaps one of the movie's most important characters. Check out what's clicking on Foxnews.com. Deezen is best known for playing Eugene Felsnic in the original "Grease" films. In 2011, the former actress was diagnosed with stage 4 lung cancer. In 1980, Newton-John tried her hand at a second movie musical with Xanadu, but the film flopped with critics and didnt resonate with audiences. ; and the upcoming Paramount+ spin-offs Grease: Rise of the Pink Ladies, and Summer Lovin'. One of the most memorable scenes from "Grease" starred Frankie Avalon as the Teen Angel who sang "Beauty School Dropout." However, Goodman was so in tune with "Grease" that in1994, she even appeared in a Broadway revival of the story in which she played English teacher Miss Lynch, per Theater Mania. But she did not become a bona fide superstar until her casting opposite John Travolta in 1978s movie musical Grease.. Her healing inspiration and pioneering experience with plant medicine continues with the Olivia Newton-John Foundation Fund, dedicated to researching plant medicine and cancer," the statement on Facebook said. Fox News Flash top headlines for August 8, Miss Universe Organization slams 'false rigging allegations' after Miss USA crowned winner: 'Absurd', Selena Gomez reportedly dating Chainsmokers singer Drew Taggart after his split from Steve Jobs' daughter Eve, Marie Osmond on 50-pound weight loss journey: Food is not my enemy anymore, Elizabeth Chambers says kids don't know about new boyfriend, theyre still 'processing' Armie Hammer divorce, Mayor of Amiens, France asks Madonna to loan the city a painting lost during WWI, Selena Gomez, Steve Martin reveal Meryl Streep, Paul Rudd joining season 3 of Only Murders in the Building. The soundtrack, however, was a success and cemented Newton-Johns status as a pop superstar. The movie musical was also where she met her first husband, Matt Lattanzi, and in 1986 gave birth to their daughter, Chloe Rose. Los Angeles (CNN) -- Actor Jeff Conaway, who was in the TV series "Taxi" and the movie "Grease," died Friday morning, his manager said. In a 2005 radio interview with WDCM (via YouTube), Ghostley admitted she was surprised that older fans liked "Grease," but added, "I do get a lot of letters. Sadly on August 8, 2022, at the age of 73, Newton-Johndied at her California home, reported The New York Times. 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! In 1981, she released Physical, the biggest album of her career. From disco-trap to deconstructed techno to Dolly-style country, we rank our favorite tracks this year. [citation needed]. 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. "Grease" came out in June 1978, starring John Travolta and Olivia Newton-John as Danny and Sandy. Bruce Springsteen's manager, Mike Appel, produced the album. Still, "Grease" was definitely a defining moment in Conn's life and career. [24], In August 2009, Conaway was interviewed by Entertainment Tonight. "Hope you're all doing the same during these trying times.". The cancer subsequently spread to her bones, with doctors diagnosing it as stage 4 and declaring that there was little chance of survival. Ghostley died at her Studio City, California home on September 21, 2007 at age 81 following a long colon cancer illness, according to The Hollywood Reporter. She went on to win one more Emmy for the made-for-television movie The Matthew Shepard Story in 2002, which earned her a Screen Actor's Guild Award as well. [5] Conaway remained for the entire run, then toured with the national company of the play Critic's Choice. Starring Olivia Newton-John and John Travolta as Rydell High School sweethearts Sandy Olsson and Danny Zuko, the film grossed $160 million when it was first released in 1978, according to Vanity Fair. ", 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." Jeff Conaway, the long-troubled actor from Grease and TV's Taxi who waged a public battle with cocaine, painkillers and alcohol, died Friday at age 60. Instead I saw it as, 'Hey, anybody could do this character.' By the mid-2000s he had relapsed. He was an actor, known for Grease (1978), Grease 2 (1982) and Moonlighting (1985). Goodman died on June 22, 2008 at the Englewood Hospital and Medical Center in New Jersey, following a long illness, according toThe Hollywood Reporter. Send tips to Anders.Hagstrom@Fox.com, or on Twitter: @Hagstrom_Anders. Meanwhile, daughter Chloe Lattanzi has faced health battles of her own, struggling with anorexia and drug addiction. John Travolta is obviously a big name with a big reputation Paramount Pictures, Rodin Eckenroth/Getty Images Another huge star in "Grease" was John Travolta's Danny, heartthrob and love interest of Sandy. We ask that everyone please respect the familys privacy during this very difficult time, a post on her official Facebook page read. His first, short-lived marriage (when he was 21) was to a dancer he had been seeing for two years. Jeffrey Charles William Michael Conaway[1] (October 5, 1950 May 27, 2011)[1] was an American actor. When asked whether she thought of death often, Newton-John said she tried not to focus on it or any prognosis given by a doctor. In the years since the movie came out, Travolta has been nominated for two Oscars. Newton-John's more recent roles had been on television shows as a performer, as it's clear that music was her top priority. Edd Byrnes, who played TV dance show host Vic Fontaine in "Grease," was known for more than his flirty prom scene in the hit film. I get letters from Malaysia talking about 'Grease.'" The movie also gave us some memorable characters including Danny Zuko and Sandy Olsson. [14] In 2000, he released the album It Don't Make Sense You Can't Make Peace on the KEGMusic label. It was frustrating. Actor: Grease. He followed his time on the Great White Way with guest star turns on a number of television shows before joining the cast of the Grease film and becoming a series regular on the sitcom Taxi. The couple had three children together: Jett, who tragically died from a seizure in 2009, Ella Bleu, and Benjamin. this link is to an external site that may or may not meet accessibility guidelines. The woman responded with a post of her own on Twitter, however. Newton-John spoke publicly of her beaus disappearance, telling the Australian Womens Weekly magazine: I think there will always be a question mark I dont think I will ever really be at peace with it.. No cause of death was given in a statement on her official Facebook page, but. Tragically, the much-loved actress died at the age of 73 on Monday, August 8, surrounded by her family at her California ranch. For fans of musicals, whether they are a Broadway production or a film, there's just something about watching a musical with songs you know all the words to. document.getElementById( "ak_js_1" ).setAttribute( "value", ( new Date() ).getTime() ); Thanks for contacting us. Beloved actor Olivia Newton-John, who won hearts as Sandy in the 1978 classic movie-musical "Grease," has died, her family confirmed on Aug. 8. While pneumonia was the cause of death, the doctor who treated him for drug addiction for years says it was his dependence on prescription painkillers that eventually cost him his life. Annette Charles played the cha-cha dancing Charlene "Cha Cha" DiGregorio in "Grease," and she was featured prominently in a prom scene dance-off scene with John Travolta, much to the dismay of Olivia Newton-John's character, Sandy. Top 250 Movies Most Popular Movies Top 250 TV Shows Most Popular TV Shows Most Popular Video Games Most Popular Music Videos Most Popular Podcasts. Entertainment Weekly may receive compensation for some links to products and services on this website. The 'Grease' star's death is being linked to her battle with breast cancer. 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. Deezen criticized her appearance and called her an "attention w----.". Mary K. Jacob contributed to this report. Later I got a call from [original casting director] Joel Thurm, who says, 'Well, it's not good news, but it's not bad news either.' He has gone on to become a voice director for Disney Television Animation, and a screenwriter for numerous cartoons, including the feature film All Dogs Go to Heaven 2. Grease co-star John Travolta took to Instagram to pay tribute to his longtime pal, writing: You made our lives so much better. Upon arrival at the Pasadena Recovery Center (which was filmed as part of Celebrity Rehab's first episode) Conaway, using a wheelchair, arrived drunk, mumbling to Drew Pinsky that he had binged on cocaine and Jack Daniel's whiskey the previous night. Copyright 2023 CBS Interactive Inc. All rights reserved. He also allegedly attempted to open the neighbor's front door, despite a female resident telling him to leave. Your Danny, your John!" The sad news was announced on her official. The press release also indicates that he died of natural causes. 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. Another actor with a smaller part in the movie Alice Ghostley, who played auto shop teacher Mrs. Murdock, died on Sept. 21, 2007. He also reprised his role as "Craterface" Balmudo in the 1982 film "Grease 2," and his last acting credit on IMDb is listed in 1991 with a role on the TV series "Parker Lewis Can't Lose." 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. Your impact was incredible., A post shared by John Travolta (@johntravolta). Arden died on November 12, 1990 at her Beverly Hills home at age 83, per The New York Times. Its unclear what date the image was actually taken. Dennis Stewart is best known for playing Leo Craterface Balmudo in Grease. "Grease" co-star John Travolta was devastated to hear the news and penned a sweet dedication on social media. Shepassed away from leukemia on December 25, 1979, a little more than a year after "Grease" was released and two years after getting an Academy Award nomination for her film, "Opening Night." Throughout the rest of the '80s and early '90s, he primarily worked in guest spots on TV, and small supporting roles in films, until he booked the role of Zack Allan on Babylon 5 from 1994-1999. Dennis Stewart was born on 29 July 1947 in Los Angeles County, California, USA. Her cause of death was reported as heart disease. Get the best of Fox News' entertainment coverage, right in your inbox. "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. The actor was 60 years old when he died. 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. She competed on the hit British series Dancing on Ice in 2019, but was eliminated in week four. Dennis Stewart. That claim has not been substantiated. Travolta married actressKelly Prestonin 1991, and theyhad three children together. 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. Played by Jamie Donnelly, Jan had a very sweet and authentic demeanor. Goodman's character was known for her musical contribution to the morning announcements via her trusty xylophone. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, "[30], An autopsy performed on Conaway revealed that the actor died of various causes, including aspiration pneumonia and encephalopathy, attributable to drug overdoses. The movie also gave us some memorable characters including Danny Zuko and Sandy Olsson. "City Boy" was released as a single. 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. 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Sadly on August 8, 2022, at the age of 73, Newton-John died at her California home, reported The New York Times. The legendary star, who began her movie career in the 1930s, appeared in a plethora of Warner Bros. films,perSlant Magazine, effortlessly crossing genres. There was no evidence he ever intentionally overdosed, Pinsky said. Initial theatrical release of the film, June 16, 1978. She was 73 years old. From 1989 to 1990, he played Mick Savage on The Bold and the Beautiful. I dont think I was really aware of how raunchy it was when I was recording it until afterward, and thats when I freaked out.. 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. He was married to Olivia Newton Johns older sister, Rona Newton-John, for five years. He died on 20 April 1994 in Los Angeles County, California, USA. But Bobby anybody could walk in and say, 'Hi, Alex.'"[13]. We will see you down the road and we will all be together again. "Another angelic voice has been added to the Heavenly Choir. ", "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. 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. in 2016. You choose.". 2023 FOX News Network, LLC. 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. Edd Byrnes, who played dance show host Vic Fontaine during Rydells prom, was also known forhis starring role in the television series77 Sunset Strip. "Doing everything to stay safe and healthy," he wrote over on Cameo. She also considered the film as a "bad gig" at the time because she was forced to work out in the sun so much while waiting for her turn to shoot scenes. [2][8] The two would reunite in the 1978 motion picture musical Grease, in which Travolta played Zuko and Conaway his buddy Kenickie. Legal Statement. He also related that he was molested when he was seven years old. Though Putzie wasn't as big of a character as some others, he was still fun to watch. After "Grease," Donnelly made appearances in films like "Can't Hardly Wait" and had roles in series such as "The Naked Brothers Band," "Family Affair," "Monk," and "Ray Donovan." Powered and implemented by FactSet Digital Solutions. The pair split in 1995. Other actors and music artists also honored the late singer. Binge-worthy entertainment news and celebrity interviews. He had numerous guest-starring TV roles over the years as well. You've successfully subscribed to this newsletter! CHRIS ROCK'S BROTHER CHALLENGES WILL SMITH TO A BOXING MATCH AFTER OSCARS SLAP, Eddie Deezen was arrested on burglary charges in April 2022. Screw. [3], Conaway worked as a child model, and attended high school at the Quintano School for Young Professionals. Pearl and his onscreen love interest Didi Conn are the only two cast members from the 1978 film to appear in Grease: Live! The singer-actress passed on August 8, 2022, after a 30-year-long battle with breast cancer (via People). Clearly, "Grease" was memorable for him. Two weeks later, the decision was made to take him off life support. After the success of the movie, Donnelly took an almost 20-year break from acting, working as a theatrical coach in the Los Angeles area. In the 1980s, the actor embarked on a healthy lifestyle journey that would ultimately help him live a very long life. 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