OLIVIA NEWTON-JOHN – 71 YEARS OLD

The Australian actress and singer is a true ‘80s icon—her movies and her songs have become synonymous with the era itself. There are many little-known things about Olivia Newton-John. Newton-John’s grandfather was a Nobel Prize winner in physics, and her father was a former MI5 officer and is now a professor. The turning point in Newton-John’s early career came from her mother’s encouragement. Her mother encouraged her to travel to the UK with the bonus. Because of going to the UK, Newton-John’s concept has changed.

Who can forget her performance in Grease alongside John Travolta? Even today, the movie is beloved by many. With chart-toppers such as I Honestly Love You and Physical, she’s certainly won a permanent space in the heart of every ‘80s and ‘90s baby. She was recently diagnosed with breast cancer, but the always optimistic actress is finding purpose despite the struggle. Making investments towards her recovery and that of others through the Olivia Newton-John Cancer Wellness and Research Centre.

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