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EPISODE · May 29, 2026 · 43 MIN

Rex Smith Interview: 80s Heartthrob, Street Hawk, Grease & Singing Career | David A.R. White Podcast

from The White House Pod - Dare to Dream · host David A.R. White

Actor, singer, and teen idol Rex Smith (Street Hawk, Once Upon a Time, Grease on Broadway, hit song “You Take My Breath Away”) joins David A.R. White (God’s Not Dead, Pure Flix) for a fun, nostalgic, and inspiring episode of The White House Pod – Dare to Dream!Rex revs up the stories as he shares:Becoming a massive teen idol with his hit song “You Take My Breath Away” and starring as the motorcycle-riding hero in the cult classic Street HawkTaking on the iconic role of Danny Zuko in the Broadway production of GreaseLife in the spotlight during the wild 80s, red carpets, screaming fans, and the pressures of fameTransitioning from heartthrob to seasoned actor while keeping his passion for music aliveHis powerful faith journey and how it helped him navigate HollywoodWhat he’s been up to lately and the dreams he’s still chasingIf you grew up with Rex Smith posters on your wall, loved Street Hawk, or just enjoy great 80s nostalgia with real heart and wisdom — this episode is pure gold!Timestamps:00:00 – Rex’s charming entrance & instant vibes02:20 – Early music career & “You Take My Breath Away”08:40 – Street Hawk fame & being an 80s action hero14:10 – Playing Danny Zuko in Grease on Broadway20:30 – Life as a teen idol & handling fame27:15 – Faith journey & staying grounded34:50 – Music today & what’s next in 202641:20 – Rapid-fire: Favorite role, best memory, dare to dreamSubscribe & hit the bell 🔔 – new episodes every week with your favorite stars!Follow David:Twitter: https://twitter.com/DavidARWhiteFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/DavidARWhiteInstagram: https://instagram.com/davidarwhite/Website: http://davidarwhite.com/#RexSmith #StreetHawk #GreaseBroadway #80sHeartthrob #DavidARWhite #TheWhiteHousePod #DareToDream #80sTV #80sMusic #ChristianPodcast #PureFlix #GodsNotDead #YouTakeMyBreathAway #ActorSinger #90sNostalgia

Actor, singer, and teen idol Rex Smith (Street Hawk, Once Upon a Time, Grease on Broadway, hit song “You Take My Breath Away”) joins David A.R. White (God’s Not Dead, Pure Flix) for a fun, nostalgic, and inspiring episode of The White House Pod – Dare to Dream!Rex revs up the stories as he shares:Becoming a massive teen idol with his hit song “You Take My Breath Away” and starring as the motorcycle-riding hero in the cult classic Street HawkTaking on the iconic role of Danny Zuko in the Broadway production of GreaseLife in the spotlight during the wild 80s, red carpets, screaming fans, and the pressures of fameTransitioning from heartthrob to seasoned actor while keeping his passion for music aliveHis powerful faith journey and how it helped him navigate HollywoodWhat he’s been up to lately and the dreams he’s still chasingIf you grew up with Rex Smith posters on your wall, loved Street Hawk, or just enjoy great 80s nostalgia with real heart and wisdom — this episode is pure gold!Timestamps:00:00 – Rex’s charming entrance & instant vibes02:20 – Early music career & “You Take My Breath Away”08:40 – Street Hawk fame & being an 80s action hero14:10 – Playing Danny Zuko in Grease on Broadway20:30 – Life as a teen idol & handling fame27:15 – Faith journey & staying grounded34:50 – Music today & what’s next in 202641:20 – Rapid-fire: Favorite role, best memory, dare to dreamSubscribe & hit the bell 🔔 – new episodes every week with your favorite stars!Follow David:Twitter: https://twitter.com/DavidARWhiteFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/DavidARWhiteInstagram: https://instagram.com/davidarwhite/Website: http://davidarwhite.com/#RexSmith #StreetHawk #GreaseBroadway #80sHeartthrob #DavidARWhite #TheWhiteHousePod #DareToDream #80sTV #80sMusic #ChristianPodcast #PureFlix #GodsNotDead #YouTakeMyBreathAway #ActorSinger #90sNostalgia

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