Death of Olivia Newton-John, star of Grease with John Travolta

Olivia Newton-John died on Monday, August 8. The actress and singer, who rose to fame as Sandy Olson in Grease, was 73 and had been battling cancer for three decades. He died at his ranch in Southern California.

Olivia Newton-John was only 14 years old when she started singing, first in a group and then very quickly solo. He makes numerous appearances on English television and is noticed by producers who quickly offer him to record his first hits. Having become a popular singer, she took part in the Eurovision Song Contest in 1974, representing Great Britain. Bows to ABBA’s Swedes and them Waterloo Unstoppable.

Grease triumph

A young woman decides to emigrate to try her luck in the United States. He immediately imposed himself on American territory and won schemes. Hollywood is naturally interested in a young woman who is offered the role of a woman fatA musical adapted from the Broadway hit. He fears he is too old for the role, but his youthful looks, blond hair and big blue eyes win him over. Here he transforms into Sandy Olson, who answers one of the stars of the time, John Travolta. Their couple has become a legend and the soundtrack of the film has received a triumphant reception. In 2019, the two actors found their character costumes for a moving and fun photo shoot. 41 years later the magic was still working…

Back on stage

After several unconvincing attempts (including the terrifying Xanadu with Gene Kelly) to pursue a film career, Olivia Newton-John returns to her first love, stage and song. His success is undeniable and he’s been racking up hits. Involved in environmental protection, he regularly appears on stage to raise funds.

In 1992, the medical profession diagnosed him with cancer. A 30-year struggle against the disease begins Olivia Newton John He died on August 8, 2022.