Powered and implemented by FactSet Digital Solutions. [26], On May 11, 2011, Conaway was found unconscious from what was initially described as an overdose of substances believed to be pain medication and was taken to Encino-Tarzana Regional Medical Center in Encino, California, where he was listed in critical condition. Stewart tragically died from complications relating to AIDS on April 20, 1994 (via Facebook). 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. Instead I saw it as, 'Hey, anybody could do this character.' Updated on: August 8, 2022 / 5:15 PM [27] After initial reports, Drew Pinsky, who had treated Conaway for substance abuse, said the actor was suffering not from a drug overdose, but rather from pneumonia with sepsis, for which he was placed into an induced coma. Sadly, like so many stars, Byrnes struggled with addictive tendencies. The embattled actor first faced harassment accusations for a social media incident in 2021. 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. After Grease, Donnelly took a break from acting for 20 years. The sad news was announced on her official. "Hope you're all doing the same during these trying times.". 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 addition to his work as an actor, Pearl has directed a number of theatrical productions, and taught film arts at Joey Travolta's Inclusion Film Company for children and adults with developmental disabilities. In a 2019 interview, Newton-John told "CBS Mornings" co-host Gayle Kingthat she never felt victimized over her diagnosis. [3], Conaway worked as a child model, and attended high school at the Quintano School for Young Professionals. 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.". 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. 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. Doctors discovered a malignant tumor in her right breast and she underwent a modified radical mastectomy and chemotherapy before eventually being declared cancer free. She spent the last two decades of her life giving back, a source close to Newton-John told The Post. ", Travolta posted a tribute to her on Instagram, writing: "My dearest Olivia, you made all of our lives so much better. Are Any of the Main Actors From The Ten Commandments Movie Still Alive? The actor was 60 years old when he died. John Travolta starred as Danny Zuko, leader of the greaser group known as the T-Birds. Screw. 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. He appeared in films such as Jawbreaker, Elvira: Mistress of the Dark, and Do You Wanna Know a Secret? In 2008, he appeared on Seasons 1 and 2 of Celebrity Rehab with Dr. Drew for drug and alcohol treatment. The show revealed that Conaway was addicted to cocaine, alcohol, and painkillers, and that he was in a codependent relationship with his girlfriend, who was also a user of prescription opiates. "My heart is broken," singer-songwriter Richard Marx tweeted. "Frenchy was very protective of Sandy Sandy was new in town. (Photo by CBS via Getty Images) 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. She worked steadily through the '90s before joining the cast of the celebrated drama The West Wing in 1999 which brought her six Emmy nominations and one win. Los Angeles (CNN) -- Actor Jeff Conaway, who was in the TV series "Taxi" and the movie "Grease," died Friday morning, his manager said. He says I'm the only choice for a white actor, but that they'd had a meeting and thought that maybe Bobby should be black and that now they're looking at black actors. 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. 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. Paramount Pictures; Karwai Tang/WireImage. Ill miss you every day. Market data provided by Factset. Fans already knew actress Alice Ghostley from her role as clumsy housekeeper Esmeralda on the ABC sitcom "Bewitched." 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.. She was 93. 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Closing out a career that spanned six decades, Caesar died on February 12, 2014 at his Beverly Hills home, at the age of 91 (according to Variety), following a thankfully short period of ailing health. Byrnes' son, news anchor Logan Byrnes, confirmed the news on Twitter, writing, "It is with profound sadness and . According to a post on her . The risqu title track ruled the Billboard Hot 100 for 10 weeks, and its tongue-in-cheek, aerobics inspired music video became an MTV staple. This development caused the show's producers to realize that Conaway was expendable and contributed to his termination. JEFF Conaway, who played T-Bird Kenickie in the iconic musical "Grease," has died at the age of 60. 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Trailer for the Musical classic hit Grease Dame Olivia Newton-John's appearance in Grease as good-girl-gone-bad Sandy will go down in movie history as one of the most iconic roles of all time. or redistributed. 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. From 1992 to 1996, he served as Vice President of Animation at MGM studios, and spent 23 years as an adjunct musical theater professor at the University of Southern California's School of Dramatic Arts. He had numerous guest-starring TV roles over the years as well. He was diagnosed with HIV in 1993 and on April 4, 1994, died from pneumonia as a result of complications fromAIDS. He was 91. in 2016. And [the producers] said they had been thinking along the same lines, so I read again. [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. She then got her masters degree in social work fromNew York Universityand became a speech communication professor atCalifornia State University, Northridge. Travolta was married to the late Kelly Preston from 1991 until her death from breast cancer in July of 2020. Despite her long battle with cancer, news of Newton-Johns passing still shook the showbiz world and prompted an outpouring of grief from her celebrity friends. Prosecutors have since changed his charges to assault and disorderly conduct, however, according to an order obtained by TMZ on Monday. 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. "Never in my life did I think it would turn out to be what it was.". He posted a lengthy rant on Facebook about a server at a local restaurant, Kara Lashbaugh. Newton-John was first diagnosed with breast cancer in 1992, at the same time her father died from cancer. When Grease hit theaters in June 1978, it was an instant hit and its cast members became instant stars. And Sid Caesar, who played Coach Calhoun, died on Feb. 12, 2014. She was 73 years. She quickly falls in with her own clique the Pink Ladies and the two groups dance and sing their way through the ups and downs of adolescent love. Because, again, it's a decision How am I gonna deal with it? Deezen is best known for playing Eugene Felsnic in the original "Grease" films. When it came to the Pink Ladies in "Grease," Jan was probably the most laid-back of the crew. 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. Newton-John was born in England in 1948, before relocating to Australia at the age of 5. Offers may be subject to change without notice. Seen here, the T-Birds prank on Eugene (wearing glasses and bow tie), played by Eddie Deezen. You've successfully subscribed to this newsletter! She also scored huge hits in the 1980s with "Physical" and "Magic. 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. "Another angelic voice has been added to the Heavenly Choir. Deezen criticized her appearance and called her an "attention w----.". Copyright 2023 Endgame360 Inc. All Rights Reserved. In recent years, she poured vast amounts of money into the initiatives, selling off her real estate portfolio to help finance the organizations. 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