Jeff Conaway

Jeff Conaway (October 5, 1950 – May 27, 2011) was an American actor best known for his roles in the musical Grease (1978) and the television series Taxi. In Grease, he played the character Kenickie, Danny Zuko's best friend. On Taxi, he played the struggling actor Bobby Wheeler.

Conaway also appeared in other films and television shows, including Happy Days, Barnaby Jones, and Babylon 5. He struggled with substance abuse throughout his life, which was documented on the reality television show Celebrity Rehab with Dr. Drew. He died in 2011 from pneumonia and encephalopathy. His personal life and struggles with addiction often overshadowed his acting career in the media.