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Olivia Newton-John’s Life in Photos: Remember the ‘Grease’ Star

By:
Paige Kindlick
September 11, 2023 1:46PM EDT

Olivia Newton-John will always be an icon & in remembrance of the actress, see the ‘Grease’ star’s life in photos here.

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Olivia Newton-John Through The Years

Olivia Newton-John Through The Years
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Olivia Newton-John will always be remembered for her roles in the classic ‘Grease’, and hit 80s songs. After a huge career, the British-Australian actress and singer passed away on Aug. 8, 2022 after a years-long battle with breast cancer.

She began her career in music, releasing her first single in 1966, followed by her debut solo album in 1971. After several years as a successful singer, though, her career soared to a completely new level when she starred in the 1978 film, ‘Grease,’ alongside John Travolta. The role allowed Olivia to act and sing, and was the biggest box office hit of the year. Additionally, the soundtrack saw much success on the charts. Starring in the movie also helped Olivia transform her image as she returned to her music career. Over the years, Olivia won four Grammy Awards, one CMA Award, and several American Music Awards.

Olivia married Matt Lattanzi in 1984, and they had a daughter, Chloe, together in 1986. The two split amicably in 1995, and Olivia began dating Patrick McDermott. They were together for nine years, and he disappeared following a 2005 fishing trip in California. Olivia has been married to her current husband, John Easterling, since June 2008.

In 1992, Olivia was first diagnosed with breast cancer. She privately battled the disease once again in 2013, but did not go public with it until the cancer returned for a third time in 2017. The disease finally won in 2022, when she passed away at 73.

For a look at Olivia’s amazing life, keep scrolling through the gallery.

September 23, 2020, 9:31AM
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Olivia Newton-John In ‘Grease’

Olivia Newton-John In ‘Grease’
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Olivia Newton-John cozies up to John Travolta in a movie poster for ‘Grease.’ She starred as the lead female character, Sandy, in the movie. Her character started as a good girl, but changed her image to fit in with her boyfriend’s lifestyle as the movie went on.

September 23, 2020, 8:53AM
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Olivia Newton-John At A Tennis Tournament

Olivia Newton-John At A Tennis Tournament
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Olivia Newton-John looks too cute while attending The Eagles Present: A Pop & Rock Tennis Tourney.’ She wore her best tennis outift and had her hair styled in pigtails, with her bangs across her forehead.

September 23, 2020, 8:53AM
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Olivia Newton-John & Lee Kramer At The 1978 Oscars

Olivia Newton-John & Lee Kramer At The 1978 Oscars
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Olivia Newton-John is all smiles while attending the 1978 Academy Awards wih Lee Kramer. She wore a flowing dress over pants, and open-toed shoes. Her hair was swept to the side for a gorgeous look.

September 23, 2020, 9:22AM
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Olivia Newton-John During At A 1982 Photo Shoot

Olivia Newton-John During At A 1982 Photo Shoot
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Olivia Newton-John takes part in a photos shoot in Los Angeles, California in 1982. She was sporting a different hairstyle, which she styled with a headband, for the shoot. Olivia also wore a comfortable sweater to take the photos.

September 23, 2020, 8:53AM
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Olivia Newton-John & Her Daughter Chloe In 1988

Olivia Newton-John & Her Daughter Chloe In 1988
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Olivia Newton-John carries her two-year-old daughter, Chloe, in her arms while out and about in 1988. She looked like the ultimate doting mom as she held tight to her baby girl.

September 23, 2020, 9:05AM
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Olivia Newton-John & Daughter In 1998

Olivia Newton-John & Daughter In 1998
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Olivia Newton-John and daughter Chloe Lattanzi attend the ‘Grease’ 20th Anniversary Re-Release Party in Mar. of 1998. Chloe was dressed for the occasion in a 60s look.

August 8, 2022, 4:01PM
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Olivia Newton-John & John Travolta In 2002

Olivia Newton-John & John Travolta In 2002
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Olivia Newton-John reunites with John Travolta at the Paramount Stars Reunion event in 2002. She wore a black leather top that was reminiscent of her ‘Grease’ days to the event.

September 23, 2020, 9:06AM
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Olivia Newton-John & Her Daughter In 2004

Olivia Newton-John & Her Daughter In 2004
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Olivia Newton John and daughter Chloe Lattanzi attend a black tie event in 2004. Mom wore sequins while Chloe was trendy in a two-toned bandage-style dress.

August 8, 2022, 4:01PM
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Olivia Newton-John Performing In 2005

Olivia Newton-John Performing In 2005
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Olivia Newton John performs before the men’s singles final match between Lleyton Hewitt of Australia and Marat Safin of Russia at the Australian Open in 2005. She wore an all-white outfit and was all smiles as she belted out the high notes.

September 23, 2020, 9:05AM
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Olivia Newton-John At The Rome International Film Festival In 2011

Olivia Newton-John At The Rome International Film Festival In 2011
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Olivia Newton John poses on the red carpet of the movie ‘A Few Best Men’ at the 6th edition of the Rome International Film Festival in Rome, Friday, Oct. 28, 2011. She as stunning in an all-black outfit, with her hair styled straight and parted to the side.

September 23, 2020, 9:22AM
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Olivia Newton-John Performing In 2013

Olivia Newton-John Performing In 2013
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Olivia Newton-John peforms at the American Music Theatre on Friday, Feb. 22, 2013, in Lancaster, Pennsylvania. She wore menswear for the performance, and styled her hair in loose curls

September 23, 2020, 9:22AM
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Olivia Newton-John At The American Country Awards In 2013

Olivia Newton-John At The American Country Awards In 2013
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Olivia Newton-John speaks onstage at the American Country Awards at the Mandalay Bay Resort & Casino on Tuesday, Dec. 10, 2013, in Las Vegas. She wore a sparkly black dress and was all smiles as she addressed the crowd.

September 23, 2020, 9:22AM
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Olivia Newton-John With Her Wax Figure

Olivia Newton-John With Her Wax Figure
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Olivia Newton-John is all smiles while posing with her wax figure at an event in 2014. The figurine was taken from her ‘Grease’ days, and Olivia looked like she had barely aged while posing beside it!

September 23, 2020, 9:22AM
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Olivia Newton-John At The ‘Divorce’ Premiere In 2016

Olivia Newton-John At The ‘Divorce’ Premiere In 2016
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Olivia Newton-John attends the premiere of HBO’s ‘Divorce’ at the SVA Theatre on Tuesday, Oct. 4, 2016, in New York. She wore black pants and a sparkling jacket, with a choker necklace and her hair swept to the side.

September 23, 2020, 9:22AM
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Olivia Newton-John & Her Daughter Smile

Olivia Newton-John & Her Daughter Smile
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Olivia Newton-John and Chloe Lattanzi are quite the match during a Las Vegas party celebrating the 35th Anniversary of Xanadu on Aug. 8, 2015. Chloe looked like a bombshell in a studded skirt and matching top.

August 8, 2022, 4:01PM
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Olivia Newton-John At The 2016 CMA Awards

Olivia Newton-John At The 2016 CMA Awards
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Olivia Newton-John attends the 50th annual CMA Awards at the Bridgestone Arena on Wednesday, Nov. 2, 2016, in Nashville, Tennessee. She wore leather pants and a blazer, along with a bowtie, for a versatile look.

September 23, 2020, 9:22AM
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Olivia Newton-John At A 2018 Event

Olivia Newton-John At A 2018 Event
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Olivia Newton-John attends the 2018 G’Day USA Los Angeles Gala at the InterContinental Hotel Los Angeles in Los Angeles. She wore a long black gown and had her bangs back as she walked the red carpet

September 23, 2020, 9:25AM
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Olivia Newton-John on stage

Olivia Newton-John on stage
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Olivia Newton-John looked grateful while accepting an honor at the Industry Dance Awards & Cancer Benefit Show in LA on Aug. 14, 2019. She was beaming and wore an all-white outfit.

August 8, 2022, 3:40PM
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Olivia Newton-John & Her Family In 2020

Olivia Newton-John & Her Family In 2020
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Olivia Newton-John appears with niece Tottie Goldsmith (right) and husband John Easterling during the G’Day USA event in LA on Jan. 25, 2020. They were all smiles.

August 8, 2022, 3:43PM
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Olivia Newton-John & Her Daughter Chloe

Olivia Newton-John & Her Daughter Chloe
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Olivia Newton-John and daughter Chloe Lattanzi leave a dance studio in Melbourne, Australia on Feb. 5, 2020. Olivia and Chloe were seen leaving the studio with Chloe’s dance partner Gustavo Viglio and were seen holding hands and hugging.

August 8, 2022, 3:40PM
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Olivia Newton-John on ‘Loose Women’ in 2020

Olivia Newton-John on ‘Loose Women’ in 2020
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Olivia Newton-John appeared on the London TV show, ‘Loose Women,’ on November 16, 2020.

September 11, 2023, 1:42PM
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