Grease is a beloved musical film that was released in 1978 and starred John Travolta and Olivia Newton-John. The movie’s success made the cast members instant stars and household names. Here’s a look at what happened to the Grease cast after the film’s release.
John Travolta played the role of Danny Zuko, the leader of the T-Birds, in Grease. He was already famous for his role in the TV show Welcome Back, Kotter, but Grease made him a Hollywood superstar. After Grease, Travolta went on to star in a number of successful films, including Urban Cowboy, Pulp Fiction, and Get Shorty. He has received numerous awards and nominations throughout his career, including two Academy Award nominations.
Olivia Newton-John played Sandy Olsson, the innocent new girl in school who falls in love with Danny. Newton-John had already achieved success as a singer before starring in Grease, and the film helped her transition to the big screen. After Grease, she continued to act in films and TV shows, but her music career remained her primary focus. She has released multiple albums and has won several awards for her music, including four Grammy Awards.
Stockard Channing played the role of Betty Rizzo, the tough leader of the Pink Ladies. Channing had already established herself as a successful stage actress before Grease, and the film helped her transition to film and TV. After Grease, Channing continued to act in film, TV, and theater, winning numerous awards throughout her career, including a Tony Award for her role in A Day in the Death of Joe Egg.
Jeff Conaway played the role of Kenickie, Danny’s best friend and a member of the T-Birds. Conaway had previously starred in the TV show Taxi before being cast in Grease. After Grease, Conaway continued to act in film and TV, but his career was plagued by personal problems, including drug addiction. He passed away in 2011.
Didi Conn played the role of Frenchy, a Pink Lady who drops out of high school to attend beauty school. Conn had previously acted in TV shows like The Practice and The Wild Thornberrys before being cast in Grease. After Grease, she continued to act in film and TV, and also became a voice actor for animated shows like Shining Time Station and Thomas & Friends.
Barry Pearl played the role of Doody, a member of the T-Birds. Pearl had previously acted in TV shows like Happy Days before being cast in Grease. After Grease, he continued to act in film, TV, and theater, and also became a producer and director.
Michael Tucci played the role of Sonny, a member of the T-Birds. Tucci had previously acted in films like The Goodbye Girl before being cast in Grease. After Grease, he continued to act in film and TV, and also became a voice actor for animated shows like Batman: The Animated Series.
Kelly Ward played the role of Putzie, a member of the T-Birds. Ward had previously acted in TV shows like Happy Days before being cast in Grease. After Grease, he continued to act in film and TV, and also became a writer and producer for TV shows like The Bold and the Beautiful.
In conclusion, the Grease cast members went on to have successful careers in film, TV, and theater, with some becoming iconic figures in popular culture. Despite the film being released over 40 years ago, it remains a beloved classic and continues to capture the hearts of audiences around the world.
