In August 2022, Olivia Newton-John, the heroine of the American musical romantic-comedy “Grease,” passed away [1]. Maybe the movie was released in your middle school, elementary school, or pre-school days. Or, perhaps it was released long before you were even born. Regardless, chances are you've all heard her vocals on the movie’s lovely song, "Summer Nights," during which her friends demand that she "Tell me more, tell me more...” about her fling [2] with Danny Zuko.

Born in England, Newton-John grew up in Australia and moved to America to become a world-famous singer and actress, where she starred in [3] “Grease” in 1978. Until she died of cancer at the age of 73, she sang numerous precious hit songs, thrice [4] overcame breast cancer, and traveled around the world to promote the importance of an early diagnosis of breast cancer.

Since her passing, many TV and radio shows have reported on her life and career in detail. There is some irony in the idea that we learn new things about people only when they are no longer with us. And although death is tragic, it gives us a moment to reflect on the lives of those we’ve lost. In this case, the world is united in remembering the illustrious career of one of the greatest stars and voices we’ve had.

Consider taking a moment to listen to her voice and rewatch “Grease,” a movie that she, alongside a young John Travolta, immortalized. If “Grease” is not for you, why not consider other classical musical movies? Whitney Houston's “The Bodyguard” that features the iconic “I Will Always Love You,” Catherine Zeta-Jones' “Chicago,” which became the first musical in decades to win the Best Picture Oscar, “Mamma Mia,” which plays ABBA's timeless masterpieces, or Hugh Jackman's “The Greatest Showman” are all viable candidates.

There’s a musical out there for everybody, due in significant part to Olivia Newton-John's role in “Grease.” But even those who aren’t into the musical scene at all can still admire Newton-John’s contributions to cinema, music, and the world at large.