And for a lot of people, “Grease” is their absolute favorite musical and for good reason.
But the actors behind those beloved teenage characters aren’t so young anymore.
Played by Stockard Channing, Rizzo was confident and bold, and she knew what she wanted.
Additionally, Channing has alsomade a name for herself on Broadway, starring in a number of beloved musicals.
When Travolta starred in “Grease,” he was still relatively new to acting.
After all, Travolta played the handsome stud in the film, and people were understandably taken with him.
Travolta’s personal life has also had some ups and downs since “Grease.”
Travolta married actressKelly Prestonin 1991, and they had three children together.
Sadly, son Jett died after hitting his head while having a seizure in 2009 (viaPeople).
Then in 2020, Preston died of breast cancer, asPeoplereported.
Still, “Grease” was definitely a defining moment in Conn’s life and career.
And even now, Conn has nothing but fond memories of “Grease” and her character.
“Frenchy was very protective of Sandy… Sandy was new in town.
Deezen has seen plenty of success outside the movie musical world, especially when it comes to voice acting.
In 2015, he voiced a seagull in “The SpongeBob Movie: Sponge Out of Water.”
Still, Deezen recognizes that “Grease” really set him up for success as an actor.
In an interview withHome Theater Forum, Deezen explained how happy “Grease” made him.
It was the greatest, most visceral feeling in the world,” he said.
Clearly, “Grease” was memorable for him.
And one of the T-Birds, Doody was certainly entertaining and charming on screen.
Part of that charm was because Doody was cast perfectly and was played byBarry Pearl.
“Doing everything to stay safe and healthy,” he wrote over onCameo.
“Hope you’re all doing the same during these trying times.”
Played by Dinah Manoff, Marty was the perfect addition to “Grease.”
He was constantly cracking jokes as inappropriate as they may be.
Clearly, Tucci’s role in “Grease” wasn’t the only highlight of his career.
Played by Jamie Donnelly, Jan had a very sweet and authentic demeanor.
Still, for Donnelly, “Grease” was more than just a movie, it was an experience.
“I was the first replacement on Broadway for Jan, and I played her for six months.”
We’re still ridiculously childish I think."
Though Putzie wasn’t as big of a character as some others, he was still fun to watch.
However, it was truly his work as a writer, director, and producer that took off.
It’s an extended family.
We give each other a lot of support," he said.
“And I still enjoy what I’m doing.”
“Now I enjoy doing what I want when I want to do it,” he said.
