EastEnders' Samantha Womack admits she's battling cancer in tribute to Olivia Newton-John
express.co.ukOlivia died aged 73 on Monday following a battle with breast cancer that spanned 30 years on-and-off. Following her announcement, Sam’s heartbroken followers took to the comments to share their well wishes.Comedian Lucia Keskin wrote: “Sending strength.
Love you loads!!!!”Journalist Guy Clapperton echoed: “I can only send best wishes. And you have them.”Mamma Mia actress Mazz Murray said: “Oh Sam.” And soap expert Sharon Marshall added: “Wishing you love and strength.”Sam, who famously played Ronnie Mitchell on EastEnders from 2007 until 2017, did not offer any other details regarding her diagnosis.She has been married to actor Mark Womack since 2009 and they share two children: Benjamin, 21, and Lily, 17.It is unsurprising that Sam has been left feeling “moved” by Olivia’s cancer battle.The Grease legend was first diagnosed with breast cancer in 1992.Then, she battled it again in 2013 and was diagnosed for a third time in 2017, this time spreading to her spine.
Olivia was a leading advocate for cancer research and her charity, the Olivia Newton-John Foundation, has raised millions for the cause.
She made such an impact that she was made a Dame by the Queen in the 2020 New Year’s Honours list. Olivia’s husband John Easterling confirmed the news of her death in a statement.
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