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Olivia Newton-John had harsh words for Grease 2 after brutal snub (Fortnite)

Grease 2 hit cinemas four years after the original movie came out, and it introduced a major new Hollywood star.

In 2016 the TV movie Grease Live! Newton-John was quizzed by Billboard if she gave any tips to her replacement, Hough. Newton-John did have some good things to say about another Grease sequel, however. And in 1982 Grease 2 hit cinemas with the iconic characters noticeably absent from the picture. Newton-John and Travolta were reportedly approached during the beginning of Grease 2's production. What's more, Cher was down to play one of the Pink Ladies, Paulette Rebchuck.

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Olivia Newton-John and John Travolta Ghosted for Grease 2 Cameo (NNN)

In 1978, Grease became a cinematic phenomenon, grossing an astounding $366 million at the box office and turning its cast members, John Travolta and Olivia ...

Another challenge that the production faced before filming began for Grease 2 was casting. Initial talks went well, but for reasons unknown, Olivia Newton-John and John Travolta were not part of the cast as filming began for Grease 2 in 1982. Naturally, both stars were approached to make a cameo appearance in the sequel, Grease 2.

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