Date of Birth: September 26, 1948
Zodiac Sign: Libra
Date of Death: August 8, 2022
Biography
Olivia Newton-John was an iconic English-Australian singer, songwriter, and actress. Born in Cambridge, England, she moved to Melbourne, Australia, with her family at the age of six. Olivia’s career took off when she won a talent contest on the television show “Sing, Sing, Sing” in Australia. She gained international fame in the 1970s with hits like “If Not for You,” “Let Me Be There,” and “Have You Never Been Mellow.” However, it was her role as Sandy in the 1978 film “Grease” alongside John Travolta that catapulted her to global stardom. The film’s soundtrack, featuring hits like “You’re the One That I Want” and “Hopelessly Devoted to You,” became one of the best-selling soundtracks of all time. In addition to her entertainment career, Olivia was a dedicated advocate for cancer awareness and research, having battled breast cancer herself. She founded the Olivia Newton-John Cancer Wellness & Research Centre in Melbourne, which has made significant contributions to cancer treatment and support.
5 Interesting Facts about Olivia Newton-John
1. Olivia Newton-John struggled with breast cancer three times, first diagnosed in 1992, then in 2013, and again in 2017.
2. She was awarded the Officer of the Order of the British Empire (OBE) in 1979 and the Companion of the Order of Australia (AC) in 2019.
3. Olivia was a co-owner of the Gaia Retreat & Spa, a luxury health retreat in Byron Bay, Australia.
4. Her song “Physical” was banned in some areas due to its suggestive lyrics but went on to become one of her biggest hits.
5. Olivia sold over 100 million records worldwide during her career.
5 Most Interesting Quotes from Olivia Newton-John
1. “I love life, and I love that I can share it with others.”
2. “My cancer scare changed my life. I’m grateful for every new, healthy day I have. It has helped me prioritize my life.”
3. “The only weights I lift are my dogs.”
4. “I live every day as a gift, which I really believe it is.”
5. “I believe love is what makes the world go round.”
Highest Net Worth Achieved
At her peak, Olivia Newton-John’s net worth was estimated to be around $60 million.
Children
Olivia Newton-John had one daughter, Chloe Rose Lattanzi, born on January 17, 1986, with her first husband, actor Matt Lattanzi.
Relevant Links
1. [Official Website](https://www.olivianewton-john.com/
2. [IMDb Profile](https://www.imdb.com/name/nm0000556/
3. [Olivia Newton-John Cancer Wellness & Research Centre](https://www.onjcancercentre.org/
5. [Biography on Britannica](https://www.britannica.com/biography/Olivia-Newton-John
