Olivia Newton-John in the ’80s
Were you one of the people who got physical with Olivia Newton-John? The video for “Let’s Get Physical,” featuring Newton-John getting her groove on while dressed in tights and legwarmers was everywhere on MTV.
On top of that, she played Sandy in the film adaptation of the musical Grease, where she went from sneakers to stilettos in 75 minutes. Success is always welcome, but adversity was also awaiting Olivia down the road.
Olivia Newton-John Today
Olivia Newton-John has had a tough go of things since her time in the ’80s spotlight. She has fought breast cancer three times (in 1992, 2013 and 2017), and the four-time Grammy winner has had to quell recent online rumors that she had passed away.
But don’t worry — she’s doing okay! She is considered by her friends and colleagues to be on the most positive people you ever meet, much like the next person on our list.