Olivia Newton-John Dead at 73: ‘Grease’ Actress Dies After Breast Cancer Battle

Olivia Newton-John‘s friend Leeza Gibbons is sharing the final text that the actress sent to her before her death.

Olivia Newton-John will be honoured in a special 7NEWS Spotlight after the legendary Aussie star died aged 73. A special programme featuring Delta Goodrem, Bee Gees star Barry Gibb and Cliff Richard will air this Sunday, after the Grease actress passed away after a 30-year battle with cancer.    The musicians will share their favourite memories of the late singer, with Wendy Matthews singing Olivia's song, 'I Honestly Love You'.

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Strictly Come Dancing star Giovanni Pernice issued an urgent warning on Friday after one of his followers fell prey to an impersonator.SEE: Rose Ayling-Ellis unveils stunning hair transformation as Giovanni Pernice prepares to meet new Strictly partnerIn a bid to draw attention to the scam, the professional dancer used his social media platform to warn other vulnerable fans. Taking to his Instagram Stories, the Sicilian-born dancer shared a screenshot of an email he’d recently received from a distraught lady.WATCH: Giovanni Pernice pays tribute to his 'leading lady'In the email, the scam victim penned: "I've been a silly woman…got conned out of money, just to let you know someone is trying their hardest to get money out of Gio's fans."READ: Giovanni Pernice reveals major update about Strictly Come Dancing 2022MORE: Rose Ayling-Ellis reaches out to Giovanni Pernice after his secret dates with Love Island star revealedReacting to the shocking incident, Gio pleaded: "Wow… peeps obvs this is not me! Don’t send money to anybody, it's not me!!" Giovanni provided details of the scamGiovanni's urgent message comes after the 31-year-old paid tribute to actress Olivia Newton-John after she died aged 73.

Dame Olivia Newton-John's heartbroken husband John Easterling has paid tribute to “the most courageous woman I have ever known”, following her death on Monday 8 August. John announced via Facebook and Instagram that Olivia, best known for playing Sandy in the 1978 hit film Grease opposite John Travolta, had passed away peacefully aged 73 at her Southern California ranch in the early hours of Monday after battling cancer on and off for 30 years. John has once again taken to Olivia's official Facebook page to post a heart-wrenching but uplifting tribute to Olivia, saying that she was “the most courageous woman I have ever known” and that her caring nature “almost eclipses what is humanly possible”.

John Travolta, died on Monday aged 73. Sharing news of her death on social media, Mr Easterling said she had passed away “peacefully”, surrounded by family and friends. In a new post, shared from Dame Olivia’s account on Wednesday, he thanked fans for “the ocean of support that has come our way.

Dame Olivia Newton-John’s husband John Easterling says his late wife was the “most courageous woman”. The widower of the late ‘Grease’ star - who died on Monday (08. 08.

John Easterling is paying tribute to wife Olivia Newton-John after her death.

Olivia Newton-John had tragically passed away after a years-long battle with breast cancer.MORE: Remembering the stars of Grease who have sadly diedThe news was announced by her husband, John Easterling, on her Instagram, and he immediately received an outpour of love and support as he mourned his wife.Two days after her passing, the 70-year-old has shared another heartfelt tribute to his wife, opening up about their fourteen years together, as well as sending a message of appreciation to all who have extended their condolences.WATCH: Olivia opens up about her breast cancer battleMORE: Dame Olivia Newton-John: Hollywood's tribute to the late Grease starAddressing Olivia first, he said: "Our love for each other transcends our understanding. Every day we expressed our gratitude for this love that could be so deep, so real, so natural."He revealed: "We never had to 'work' on it.

John Easterling is opening up about the loss of his wife Olivia Newton-John.

Olivia Newton-John's husband, John Easterling, is sharing a heartfelt tribute to his late wife, just two days after her passing. She was 73 years old.Easterling took to Newton-John's Instagram account, where he posted a photo of the pair along with a touching message addressed to the singer-actress.«Olivia, Our love for each other transcends our understanding.

John Easterling is remembering his beloved wife Olivia Newton-John following her devastating death.

Olivia Newton-John's husband John Easterling is speaking out about the late "Grease" star's death, releasing a statement on Newton-John's official social media accounts on Wednesday. Easterling wrote about the love they shared and how it always came easy for them.

Olivia Newton-John’s husband John Easterling is coping with the death of his wife and took to social media to share a heartfelt message.

the death of beloved actress Olivia Newton-John who passed away on her ranch in Southern California.

Spanx founder Sara Blakely is mourning her “idol” Olivia Newton-John.

Olivia Newton John’s daughter, Chloe Lattanzi, has shared an emotional tribute in honor of her late mother following the announcement of her death at 73. Describing her as “my life giver” and “my teacher,” Chloe also shared a clip from the music video of their duet ‘Window in the Wall.’“You are my lighthouse mama.

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Hopelessly devoted to her. Olivia Newton-John’s husband, John Easterling, was one of a few family members by her side when she passed on August 8, 2022.

News of Olivia Newton-John’s death shocked the globe when it was announced by her family via Facebook Monday. Since then, there has been a flood of support and final farewells by friends, fans, and industry members alike, including one from her Grease co-star John Travolta. Now, her own niece is opening up about the 73-year-old’s final days.

She’ll always be remembered. Olivia Newton-John’s last words to her family before she passed reveal her true thoughts about death.

Maria Carey is missing Olivia Newton-John.

Rick Springfield is paying tribute to his longtime friend, Olivia Newton-John. The 72-year-old Australian-born singer gets emotional as he recalls their enduring friendship as both stars who relocated to America and rose up through the industry ranks around the same time. «It was a great camaraderie amongst Aussies back then over here,» he said in an interview with, in which he appeared via Zoom from Oklahoma. «It was a very small group and it was just like hugging home, you know.

Shania Twain is one among the many in the entertainment industry mourning the loss of legendary Australian actress and musician Olivia Newton-John.MORE: John Travolta mourns loss of Grease co-star Olivia Newton-John following her deathThe singer took to her Instagram to share a throwback backstage photograph of them embracing, revealing she'd looked up to her as an inspiration.VIDEO: Trailer for Shania Twain's Netflix documentaryShe was heartbroken by the loss, sharing an emoji to that effect and writing: "This one hit hard." Shania continued: "Olivia inspired me with her voice, her strength and her spirit. "I followed her career from the pop stuff to movies and country music - Please Mr. Please was on my childhood setlist! Thank you for sharing your talent with us all."MORE: Shania Twain steals the show in a mini dress and sequined bra for star-studded festival appearanceMany others shared their support and condolences in the comment section as well, with one fan writing: "She passed away, but through her music she'll remain immortal...

Olivia Newton-John’s niece has opened up on her aunt’s final days after the famed actress and singer died earlier this week.The actress, who was best known for playing Sandy in hit musical Grease, died at the age of 73 on Monday 8 August, after battling breast cancer for 30 years.The star’s niece, Tottie Goldsmith, fought back tears as she shared her final moments with her aunt and revealed Olivia’s final wishes prior to her passing. Tottie shared how the star’s health had deteriorated in the final days before her death, but how she’d managed to say her goodbyes over video call after she was unable to travel to see her. Speaking on A Current Affair, the 59 year old said: “It's not a shock, we've known how sick she's been, especially in the last five days.” "I couldn't get to America in time and I wanted to say goodbye, so I asked [her husband John] if he could hold the phone up to her ear...

Dolly Parton has paid tribute to her close friend Dame Olivia Newton-John following her death aged 73. The musician, 76, and Grease star were friends for decades, each holding a passion and talent for music: in 1976, Dame Olivia even covered Parton’s classic hit Jolene, which she included in her seventh studio album Come On Over. Dame Olivia died ‘peacefully’ at her ranch in southern California on Monday morning, surrounded by family and friends, her widower confirmed this week.

Dame Olivia Newton-John's daughter has paid a touching tribute to the late actress. The 'Grease' star passed away earlier this week following a long battle with cancer and Chloe Lattanzi has remembered her mother as an "angel on earth" who was her "safe place" and "heart space". Sharing the music video for her duet with her mother, 'Window in the Wall', Chloe wrote on Instagram: "'You are my lighthouse mama.

Olivia Newton-John's daughter, Chloe Lattanzi, is sharing some special behind-the-scenes shots from their iconic 2021 duet. Lattanzi took to Instagram to share a clip of the pair singing «Window in the Wall,» a song that brought the late actress out of retirement and back in the studio.The video sees the mother-daughter duo recording the track, sharing special moments in the studio and collaborating on the moving melody.«You are my lighthouse mama.

Olivia Newton-John died on Monday at the age of 73, and she was remembered as an iconic singer, actress, advocate for cancer research, and a devoted mother to her only daughter, Chloe Lattanzi. On Tuesday, the 36-year-old actress and singer, who's father is Newton-John's ex-husband, Matt Lattanzi, shared a touching video tribute to her "lighthouse mama." The post included behind-the-scenes footage from the recording of their duet "Window in the Wall." "You are my lighthouse mama. My safe place.

cancer awareness after fighting the disease since she was 44, with her work continuing even in death.  The actress died at the age of 73 this week after battling cancer, but the legacy of the Grease star, played Sandy in the beloved musical opposite John Travolta, lives on.  Raising awareness and vital funds for breast cancer research even in death, her family asked for donations to her own foundation in her memory in lieu of flowers.

Chloe Lattanzi has paid tribute to her late mother and 'best friend', Olivia Newton-John, with a powerful post on social media.  The 36-year-old took to Instagram yesterday to honor the Grease star, who died in California on Monday (August 8) after a 30-year-long journey with breast cancer.  The heartwarming update comes amid a flood of tributes for Olivia Newton-John from grieving celebrities, including John Travolta, Oprah Winfrey, and Kylie Minogue.

Olivia Newton-John will be remembered as a «sweetheart» who was truly selfless until the very end.GRAMMY-winning singer Dionne Warwick and TV/radio personality Leeza Gibbons, two of Newton-John's closest friends, spoke to ET's Kevin Frazier and offered a glimpse of the special bond they shared with the star who died on Monday after a long battle with breast cancer. She was 73.Warwick tells ET they first met in England when Newton-John was working on a show decades ago with the late singer Sacha Distel.«We kind of just hit it off,» the songstress recalled. «You know how girls are, and such a sweetheart.

Fans are still mourning the loss of Olivia Newton-John, who passed away this week at the age of 73.