Emotional John Travolta Tears Up During Oscars ‘In Memoriam’ Tribute
The actor referenced his former “Grease” co-star, Olivia Newton John, who died last year.
Carlos Barria via Reuters
John Travolta drew an audible reaction from the crowd as he introduced the “In Memoriam” segment at Sunday night’s Oscars, becoming emotional as he made a reference to his film, Grease, which he co-starred in alongside Olivia Newton John, who passed away in August last year. “Each of them left an individual, and indelible mark that shared and informed us,” Travolta said on stage. “They’ve touched our hearts, they’ve made us smile, and became dear friends who...” the actor continues, struggling to get his lines. “We will always remain hopelessly devoted to.” Travolta grips his hand to his heart and tears well in his eyes. The phrase “hopelessly devoted,” is a reference to a song in the film sung by Newton-John’s character, Sandy.
John Travolta becomes emotional introducing the #Oscars In-Memoriam section, which is led by his late 'Grease' co-star Olivia Newton-John pic.twitter.com/1qtTgPKo4B
— Deadline Hollywood (@DEADLINE) March 13, 2023
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