Peter Helliar reveals the bizarre reason why Olivia Newton-John’s hit ‘Hopelessly Devoted to You’ wasn’t meant for Grease
The Project’s Peter Helliar has revealed that Olivia Newton-John’s famous performance of Hopeless Devoted to You was taped after Grease was filmed.
The British-Australian singer and actress, who died on Tuesday aged 73, was best known for her performance as Sandy in the 1978 classic musical.
Speaking on Channel 10’s The Project, Peter revealed the stunning ballad was not intended for the film.
The Project’s Peter Helliar (pictured) has revealed that Olivia Newton-John’s famous performance of Hopeless Devoted to You was taped after Grease was filmed
“Hopefully devoted to you” wasn’t supposed to be in the film,” he said.
“It was recorded afterwards and it was her standout moment from the film – apart from the bad Sandy moment at the end.
“That was filmed and written after the film was made. She had it in her contract that there was a song for her.
“The only Oscar nomination the film received was for this song,” Pete continued.
The British-Australian singer and actress, who died on Tuesday aged 73, was best known for her performance as Sandy in the 1978 classic musical.
The singer last performed the song in 2019 when she reunited with her Grease co-star John Travolta for an event celebrating the hit musical in Florida.
Wearing her famous Grease costume for the first time since the film’s release, Olivia took the mic with John on stage for a special moment.
Olivia chose to sing a snippet of the film’s ballad, Hopelessly Devoted To You.
The singer last performed the song in 2019 when she reunited with her Grease co-star John Travolta for an event celebrating the hit musical in Florida
Wearing her famous Grease costume for the first time since the film’s release, Olivia took the mic with John on stage for a special moment
Appearing hesitant at first as she put the microphone to her mouth, she told the crowd, “I have to start with this: I haven’t sung in a year, so will you help me?”
Fans could be heard saying “aww” before cheering and saying “yes” to encourage the brave Superstar.
Olivia’s husband John Easterling announced the tragic news that his wife had lost their battle.
“Dame Olivia Newton-John passed away peacefully this morning at her Southern California ranch surrounded by family and friends,” he said in a statement.
Olivia told the crowd: “I have to initiate this, I haven’t sung in a year so you’re going to help me?” Pictured: Olivia sings Hopeless Devoted To You in Grease
“We ask everyone to respect the privacy of the family at this very difficult time.
“A symbol of triumph and hope for over 30 years, Olivia shares her journey with breast cancer.
“Her healing inspiration and pioneering experience with plant medicines continues with the Olivia Newton-John Foundation Fund dedicated to research into plant medicines and cancer.”
Just days before her death, Olivia Newton-John posted a heartwarming photo to Instagram with her husband, John Easterling
Newton-John’s husband announced her death on her Facebook page on Monday. She was 73