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The Australian singer and actress passed away at the age of 73 Olivia Newton-John. The news was confirmed through a statement issued in the artist’s official accounts.
“Olivia Newton-John passed away peacefully at her ranch in Southern California this morning.surrounded by family and friends,” reads the public statement.
“We ask everyone to respect the privacy of the family during this very difficult time… Olivia has been a symbol of triumph and hope for more than 30 years sharing her journey with breast cancer,” adds the same text.
“Her healing inspiration and pioneering experience with plant medicine continue with the Olivia Newton-John Foundation Fund, dedicated to plant medicine and cancer research. In lieu of flowers, the family asks that donations be made in his memory.”detail from the entity.
At this time, the news causes commotion throughout the world, at the same time that songs like “Xanadu”, “Physical”, “If Not for You”, “Hopelessly Devoted to You”, “Let Me Be There” or ” Have You Never Been Mellow” are reproduced as a tribute.
In 1978, Olivia gained worldwide notoriety with the premiere of “Grease”, a film in which he starred alongside John Travolta. Her role as Sandy became a cultural icon, as did the songs she performed in the film, such as “You’re the One that I Want,” “Summer Nights,” and “Hopelessly Devoted to You.”
“Xanadu” was another of his film successes, while in 1981 his hit “Physical” marked a milestone by staying for 10 weeks at number 1 of the most listened to songs in the United States.
Throughout her career, the singer embraced animal and environmental activism, being a recurring voice in debates and situations in the US. In 1992 she was diagnosed with breast cancer that was initially controlled, but returned in 2013.
