Olivia Newton-John dies at 73, husband says (WGHP) — Olivia Newton-John died at 73 on Monday morning at her home in California, according to her husband.
The singer, songwriter, actress, entrepreneur and activist won four Grammys and had five number one hits and ten top ten hits. She also had two number one albums in the 1970s.
She is most well known for her role as Sandy Olsson in “Grease” and was passionate about the environment and animal rights. Don’t miss the latest breaking news with push alerts on the FOX8 mobile app.
Her husband released the following statement:
Dame Olivia Newton-John (73) passed away peacefully at her Ranch in Southern California this morning, surrounded by family and friends. We ask that everyone please respect the family’s privacy during this very difficult time.
Olivia has been a symbol of triumphs and hope for over 30 years sharing her journey with breast cancer. Her healing inspiration and pioneering experience with plant medicine continues with the Olivia Newton-John Foundation Fund, dedicated to researching plant medicine and cancer. In lieu of flowers, the family asks that any donations be made in her memory to the Olivia Newton-John Foundation Fund.
Olivia is survived by her husband John Easterling; daughter Chloe Lattanzi; sister Sarah Newton-John; brother Toby Newton-John; nieces and nephews Tottie, Fiona and Brett Goldsmith; Emerson, Charlie, Zac, Jeremy, Randall, and Pierz Newton-John; Jude Newton-Stock, Layla Lee; Kira and Tasha Edelstein; and Brin and Valerie Hall. --John Easterling
Damn shame . RIP Olivia, Boy....back in the day..........
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…after a 30 year battle with breast cancer! May she RIP since her time here was a battle for her. She showed tremendous strength and no doubt inspired countless others throughout the years she spent battling breast cancer.
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One of my favorites, I watch Grease every once in awhile. I have one of her CD's in the truck I play quite often. Liberal or not, she was a very talented lady.RIP
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