The ‘Grease’ actress Olivia Newton-John he died of cancer in August at age 73, but he notably missed the tribute section at the ceremony on Monday (12.09.22), drawing heavy criticism from fans.
The ‘Physical’ singer’s publicist of 24 years, Michael Caprio, told TMZ that her family is still grieving and will not comment on the snub, but that he was “personally very disappointed” in her omission.
Michael felt the decision was not the right one due to Olivia’s extensive experience in show business, particularly her work on TV movies such as ‘A Mom For Christmas’, her own small screen specials including ‘Olivia Physical’ and ‘A Special Olivia Newton-John,’ and appearances on shows like ‘American Idol,’ ‘Glee,’ ‘Dancing With the Stars,’ and ‘RuPaul’s Drag Race.’
Awards bosses always note that not everyone who has died in the last year will appear in the tribute due to time constraints, but they do maintain an extensive In Memoriam section on the official Emmys website.
Among those who did participate in the segment, which was hosted by Anthony Anderson and soundtracked by a live performance by John Legend of his new song ‘Pieces’, were Betty White, Anne Heche, and Sidney Poitie.
Anthony said: “It never feels like the right time to say goodbye to a loved one, a friend or a treasured icon. To quote Shakespeare, ‘All the world is a stage, and all men and women are mere actors. They have their exits and their tickets and a man, in his time, plays many roles.’
“As we recognize the legends within our industry who have passed, we celebrate all that they created and shared with the world. May they all rest in peace and power.”
the legend of television Betty Whitewho died in December at the age of 99, was the first person in the video montage, while the star of ‘Star Trek’ Nichelle Nicholsthe voice actress of ‘The Little Mermaid’ Pat Carroll and the comedians Bob Saget Y Gilbert Gottfried they were also among the honored.
Hollywood veterans like Paul Sorvino, David Warner, James Caan, Philip Baker Hall, Ray Liotta, Robert Morse, William Hurt, and Louie Anderson also participated in the tribute.
Bob’s widow, ‘Full House’ star Kelly Rizzo, admitted that his “heart broke again” seeing the moving tribute to her late husband, who died in January at the age of 65.
She wrote on her Instagram story: “I’ve been heartbroken all day waiting for this. My heart broke again. But I know he would be proud of this recognition. This is still so weird and surreal.”
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What happened to Olivia Newton-John at the Emmy Awards? Her publicist says it was a snub