‘Grease’ star Frankie Avalon nearly passed on iconic role because it resembled Elvis Presley

16 May 2024, 6:32 am

Olivia Newton-John, who portrayed Sandy, initially turned down the opportunity to star in the film. The film's casting director, Joel Thurm, told Fox News Digital in February 2023 that John Travolta ...... Read More »

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