Olivia Newton-John Dies At Age 73

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“Grease” star Olivia Newton-John has died at age 73. A message from her husband John Easterling on her official Instagram and Facebook accounts confirmed the news of her death on Monday, August 8. “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,” her Instagram account reads alongside a photo of the smiling actress. READ MORE: Olivia Newton-John Gushes Over ‘Grease’ Co-Star John Travolta’s Family Photo The work of Newton-John, who shared her decades-long battle with breast cancer over the years, will continue with the Olivia Newton-John Foundation Fund which is “dedicated to researching plant medicine and cancer.” In lieu of flowers, the family asks for donations to the fund in her memory.

Newton-John had several hits as a singer including “If Not for You” in 1971 and “Let Me Be There” in 1973. She rose to international stardom with her role as Sandy opposite John Travolta in “Grease” in 1978.