‘Grease’ star Olivia Newton-John dies at 73
Singer Olivia Newton-John, who became world-famous as high school sweetheart Sandy in the hit musical film Grease, died Monday after a 30-year battle with cancer.
“Newton-John passed away peacefully this morning on his ranch in Southern California surrounded by family and friends.
The British-born and Australian-raised star has released a number of albums and concerts to raise funds for disease research and early detection, including building a health center named after her in her adopted home, Melbourne. I dedicated it.
“I like to say ‘win’ because ‘fought’ creates this anger and inflammation you don’t want.”
– “Sandy and Danny” –
The high school sweetheart turned villain has resonated with audiences around the world and continues to capture hearts decades after the film was released.
“It’s unbelievable that it’s still going on, but that’s not all. It shows no signs of stopping. You can say ‘Sandy and Danny’ and people immediately understand what you’re talking about.” increase.”
“Dearest Olivia, you have made our lives so much better. Your impact has been incredible. I love you so much.”
There was no one else “in the universe” who could play Sandy, he said of Newton-John. revealed that she had to be persuaded by Travolta to be too old to play a teenager.
“Every boy, every man’s dream was, ‘Oh, I want that girl to be my girlfriend.'”
Born in Cambridge, England in 1948, Newton-John was the youngest of three children.
Her passion for music led her to appear on several Australian television shows in her teens before moving to England in the 1960s and teaming up with fellow Australian performer Pat Carroll on the British pub and club circuit. I was.
The 1981 hit “Physical,” in which Newton-John wore headbands and spandex during the fitness culture craze of the 80s, showcased the dexterity of a performer who could reinvent himself in a changing culture. I’m here.
Her passion for philanthropy and cancer research has been at the forefront, advocating natural remedies including medicinal cannabis in the treatment of cancer.
“So I’m grateful for what’s happening now.”
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