John Travolta posts tear-jerking 'your Danny' tribute to Olivia Newton-John as Grease icon dies

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 Easterling is opening up about the loss of his wife Olivia Newton-John.

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

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.

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...

Chloe Lattanzi has paid tribute to her late mother and 'best friend', Olivia Newton-John, with a powerful post on social media.  The 36-year-old took to Instagram yesterday to honor the Grease star, who died in California on Monday (August 8) after a 30-year-long journey with breast cancer.  The heartwarming update comes amid a flood of tributes for Olivia Newton-John from grieving celebrities, including John Travolta, Oprah Winfrey, and Kylie Minogue.

died Monday morning at her home in Southern California following a long battle with cancer. The 73-year-old was surrounded by loved ones, including her husband, John Easterling, and her daughter, Chloe Lattanzi. Her Australia-based niece, Tottie Goldmsith, tearfully told news program “A Current Affair” on Tuesday: “It’s not a shock — we’ve known how sick she’s been, especially in the last five days.”“It wasn’t just the cancer that got her; it was other complications, being in a hospital and with a very susceptible immune system,” she continued.

amid news of her passing are so devoted that seven of her songs now occupy the iTunes Top 10 in several countries.In the US, “Hopelessly Devoted To You” takes the No. 1 spot on the Top Songs chart. “Magic” follows in the No.

Grease star Barry Pearl paid tribute to his beloved co-star Olivia Newton John on Tuesday's instalment of This Morning.

The one they still want. The cast of Grease shared touching tributes to their former leading lady, Olivia Newton-John, after she died following a decades-long battle with breast cancer at age 73.

Grease may have catapulted Dame Olivia Newton-John to fame, but her tireless campaigning around breast cancer will be just as central to her legacy. The 73-year-old star “passed away peacefully” in Southern California on Monday August 8 surrounded by friends and family, her husband John Easterling said in a short statement.

Sam Womack has shared the devastating news that she's battling breast cancer.The former EastEnders star, who starred as Ronnie Mitchell on the popular BBC soap, took to Twitter to share the news alongside of photograph of her next to the late Olivia Newton-John.The Grease actress had been diagnosed with cancer 30 years ago, and passed away yesterday, Monday 8 August. Sam wrote: "This was the most magical of evenings.

Olivia Newton-John passed away at the age of 73 after a 30 year battle with cancer. Australian actress Olivia passed away “peacefully” at her Southern California ranch in the early hours of Monday 8 Aug, after battling cancer on and off for 30 years Olivia’s husband John Easterling announced the sad news via her Facebook and social media pages.