British-Australian singer and actress Olivia Newton-John (1948-2022) has died aged 73. Numerous stars paid tribute to the "Grease" actress on social media. "One of the great privileges of my life was getting to know her," Australian actor Hugh Jackman (53) wrote on Instagram.
Not only was she one of the most talented people, but also one of the most open-hearted, generous and funny, said Jackman, who also explained that the actress was his first crush. "I kissed her (as a poster) every night before bed. Her legacy will only grow bigger in the years to come."
Countrywoman Rebel Wilson (42) also published a photo together with the deceased colleague, with whom she stood in front of the camera for "A Few Best Men". It was an honor to play her daughter, Wilson explained. "Seeing you in the huge Hollywood blockbuster 'Grease' with your natural accent was so important to me as a little girl. It helped me to believe that it was possible for an Australian girl to be in major international musicals." It was a blessing to know her. "I'll never forget singing together at the piano during our lunch break on set - what a huge legend you are! I'm so sad you left."
Australian-American actress Nicole Kidman (55) and husband Keith Urban (54) shared a picture with Newton-John on Instagram: "Livvie brought the light into this world. So much love, joy, inspiration and kindness . We will always be devoted to you."
Not only the Australian celebrity world said goodbye to Olivia Newton-John, who fought breast cancer for a long time. The Dutch presenter Sylvie Meis (44) wrote on Instagram about a common picture: "The world will always be hopelessly devoted to you, dear Olivia Newton-John. May you rest in peace." It was an honor "to have met you after I had just recovered from my chemo after breast cancer. Now this terrible disease that you fought so bravely for so many years has taken you from us."
US actress Kate Hudson (43) posted a clip with a musical tribute to the singer. "She was an inspiration to me as I dreamed of what a performer's life could be like. Thank you for sharing your light with the world as it moved and shaped little girls like me. May we all love Olivia today sing and celebrate their brave years of struggle."
US singer Mariah Carey (53) also said goodbye in an Instagram post. The "Grease" fan had the honor of sharing the stage with the singer and actress. "In Melbourne, Australia, we sang 'Hopeless Devoted To You' together with all our hearts. It's a moment I'll never forget." She has also had the opportunity to be in Newton-John's presence on many other occasions. "She was one of the kindest, most generous and kindest people I have ever met. [...] Olivia, I really love you."
