Grease Star Didi Conn, 74, Makes Rare Public Appearance in New York

Didi Conn, famed for her role as Frenchy in the 1978 classic 'Grease,' made a rare public appearance in Piermont, New York, dressed in an outfit reminiscent of her Pink Lady character, including a pink polo, white shorts, and pink sandals. Earlier that summer, Conn hosted a 'Grease' sing-along screening at the Hollywood Bowl in Los Angeles, where John Travolta made a surprise cameo as Danny Zuko, honoring their late co-star Olivia Newton-John who passed away in 2022. Conn expressed deep appreciation for the enduring popularity of 'Grease,' noting the enthusiastic response from fans who come dressed as characters from the film. The pairing of Travolta and Newton-John was not initially guaranteed, with several other actresses considered for the role of Sandy, but Travolta advocated for Newton-John because of her undeniable appeal. When Newton-John accepted the role, the character was rewritten to be Australian to suit her background. Conn reflected fondly on her time filming 'Grease,' cherishing the experience and the lasting impact of the film on audiences and herself.