Olivia Newton-John wishes her fans all the best in final video before death aged 73

Olivia Newton-John will be given a special send-off in her native Australia, it has been announced.

Olivia Newton-John detailed the fierce attraction she and "Grease" co-star John Travolta had towards each other while filming the iconic film in recently resurfaced excerpts from her 2019 memoir "Don’t Stop Believin." Newton-John opened up about the first time she and Travolta met on set of the movie, writing that their chemistry was indisputable and everyone in the room could see it. She wrote at the time, "When we walked inside the room together, it was magic, and everyone saw it." She even revealed Travolta was the one who initially recommended her for the iconic role.

“Don’t Stop Believin,’ “ Newton-John — who died Monday following a long battle with cancer — revealed the reason she never hooked up with her hunky co-star, despite their “undeniable attraction” toward one another. “Yes, we really liked each other and there was an attraction, but we would never date because we were both involved with other people at the time,” the bubbly blond divulged in the tome. “Both of us have a loyalty streak that runs deep,” she added, insisting she would never cheat on a partner.

In 2008, she then married John Easterling.Travolta didn't marry until 1991, tying the knot with actress and model Kelly Preston.She sadly passed away in 2020 two years after she had been diagnosed with breast cancer.Following Newton-John's passing this week, fans have shared a final video which the actress posted on her Instagram before Christmas last year.In it, she thanks her fans for their support and wishes them well for the future.Newton-John said: "I know it's been a very, very, very difficult time for everybody in the whole planet - so this is a time we can get together, celebrate each other and our families and whatever faith that you believe in we can express it with each other which is very important."I want to thank you all for all of your support over the years and I wish you all the best and send you love and light."

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.

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.

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

Olivia Newton-John sadly passed away, and plenty of stars have been sharing tributes to the iconic actress.WOW: Amy Robach makes on-air style statement in black leather mini dressOne of those was Good Morning America star Amy Robach, who shared a stunning clip from the archives that featured Olivia reuniting with her Grease co-star John Travolta. Alongside the sweet clip, which was shared on her Instagram Stories, she said: "Olivia Newton-John and John Travolta together on GMA in 2012 [heart emoji].

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.

John Travolta has lead the celebrity tributes to Dame Olivia Newton-John following the tragic news that she has died, aged 73, after a 30-year battle with breast cancer. The Grease star died with loved ones by her side at her ranch home in Southern California on Monday, according to her husband, John Easterling.A Facebook post read: 'We ask that everyone please respect the family’s privacy during this very difficult time.' Touching: John Travolta has lead the celebrity tributes to Dame Olivia Newton-John following the tragic new that she has died, aged 73, after a 30-year battle with breast cancerHer Grease co-star Travolta, 68, was among the first to pay tribute, writing: 'My dearest Olivia, you made all of our lives so much better. Your impact was incredible.

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.

Naga Munchetty has risked angering fans by admitting Olivia Newton-John's Grease character 'annoyed the hell out of her'.The late star, who died at the age of 73 earlier this week, portrayed Sandra 'Sandy' Dee in the hit 1978 movie musical.Speaking about Olivia's passing on her BBC Radio 5 Live show, Naga stunned her fellow presenters by admitting she wasn't a fan of Sandy.READ MORE:BBC Breakfast's Naga Munchetty hits back as she's called 'most annoying person on TV'The BBC Breakfast presenter, 47, said: "You know, the character of Sandy, I will be completely honest...she annoyed the hell out of me."Asked to explain her controversial opinion of Sandy, Naga claimed that she didn't warm to the "spineless" character and admitted to preferring Rizzo.The hard-edged character was memorably portrayed by Olivia's co-star Stockard Channing. Naga added: "I thought she was a wet blanket to be completely honest."She was a wet fish, a jellyfish almost, spineless."In the end she turned it around but the character changed her personality to suit a guy, which bugs the hell out of me."And Rizzo was always the woman for me."While Naga admitted she wasn't a fan of Sandy, she still praised Olivia's Grease performance, concluding: "She did it so well didn’t she, Olivia Newton-John, I don’t think anyone else could have done it."Olivia passed away at her home in Southern California on Monday.Her death was confirmed on her official Facebook page.Olivia is survived by her husband John Easterling and daughter Chloe Lattanzi, 36.In a touching tribute to his late co-star, Danny Zuko actor John Travolta wrote: "My dearest Olivia, you made all of our lives so much better."Your impact was incredible.

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...

Naman Ramachandran The cast of “Grease The Musical” at London’s West End have dedicated the run of the show to Olivia Newton-John, who died on Monday.Newton-John was known for playing Sandy in the 1978 film and John Travolta played Danny Zuko. After Tuesday evening’s performance, Olivia Moore, who plays Sandy in the show’s current run, spoke to the audience against a giant backdrop of Newton-John.“Ladies and gentlemen, I am sure you have all heard the incredibly sad news that Olivia Newton-John passed away yesterday evening,” Moore said.“She of course played Sandy in the film and she is an icon who has inspired countless young performers across the world, especially all of us in this company.

Olivia Newton-John tragically passed away at the age of 73 after a long, 30 year battle with breast cancer. The news was broken by the actress’ husband John Easterling via her official Facebook page and other social media pages on Monday 8 Aug who said she “passed away peacefully at her Ranch in Southern California.” As a victim of the cruel disease, Olivia spent many years campaigning for breast cancer research, though she first gained fame when she starred in Grease. Olivia played Sandy Olsson in the hit musical opposite John Travolta ’s Danny Zuko that propelled the pair to stardom in 1978.

Dame Olivia Newton-John "was not afraid" of dying. The legendary performer - who was known for starring as Sandy in 1978 smash hit movie musical 'Grease' opposite John Travolta and had sold more than 100 million records throughout her 50-year-career - passed away on Monday (09. 08.

West End have dedicated their entire run to the memory of Dame Olivia Newton-John, following her death aged 73. In joint statement following Tuesday night’s West End performance of the show, they said it was a “huge honour to follow in Olivia’s footsteps each night” and that they had all be inspired by her work. Dame Olivia’s death was announced on Monday on social media by her widower John Easterling, who said she had died peacefully at her home in California, following a battle with cancer.