Celeb Reaction To Olivia Newton-John's Passing

Graeme O'Neil takes a look at the celebrity tributes for Olivia Newton-John after she passed away, including John Travolta, Stockard Channing, Madonna, Barbra Streisand, Dionne Warwick, Jane Lynch, Rod Stewart, Kelly Clarkson, Kylie Minogue, Nicole Kidman and Keith Urban.

[@corneliuswhite5139]

She was an angel. Her voice matched her spirit. So sad to lose her.

[@geri9261]

Well said ❣️

[@duncan3998]

And she was always more psychical than these trashy instagram models.

[@doubledoc7807]

Always love her.....

[@shaunhoward3166]

Kylie Minogues message was super sweet! Two Aussie QUEENs 👑👑 RIP Olivia ❤️💙👌🙏

[@mrqs1549]

I was 12years old, when I went to see Grease. I felt in love with Olivia, and I’ll always will love her. I was a lonely/sad teen gay boy, and Olivia brought some much light in my life. I couldn’t stop listening to the Grease soundtrack. Thank you Olivia! RIP my Angel!

[@PaganPunk]

I was 10 xxx

[@blakeh6250]

I was just 21, in college..star wars was still in the theaters..😊

[@emillion4470]

Olivia and the late great Karen Carpenter were once the best of friends. Now, they're both singing lovely duets together in heaven.

[@greeneyedwarlock882]

Absolutely true and I adored and will foreverrrrrr adore them both. Although I'm an Athiest and don't believe in any kind of after life, they both made our lives a "heaven" on earth whenever we heard them. 💔😭💔😭💔😭💔❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤‼

[@sizzurpr7608]

This

[@ccefc_families297]

There are no other voices like these two classy talented ladies. I loved both of their music during my childhood and youth.

[@jediknight1209]

@@ccefc_families297 really??

[@ccefc_families297]

@@jediknight1209 Not meaning to put down other female singers. I was meaning to say these two ladies' singing voices were so unique that I really find it hard to think of other singers whose iconic voices and music touched my heart like these two women did in my past. My respect to all the other singers!

[@MrLivewire1970]

The ending of Grease, with them flying off into the clouds is even more iconic now. The thought of Olivia passing never even crossed my mind. She had the most beautiful smile and so much energy and I've been in love with her since I was 8 years old. Thank you, Olivia, and rest in peace.

[@LovedByYou]

Johns tribute was just the sweetest, cutest things. Only few pairings know what it’s like to be a decades long, couple on screen.

[@dollyrawlins5470]

I think it wasn't just on screen, the man has been in love with Olivia since he laid eyes on her for the first time!

[@kasienkakaminska6915]

Tribute

[@kasienkakaminska6915]

Great songs, beautiful heart, icon, star, great voice, global talent, lovely Keith Urban

[@kasienkakaminska6915]

Human being

[@kasienkakaminska6915]

Kelly Clarkson

[@anonamouse.p4115]

Singer, Actress, Cancer Survivor for Thirty Years, Fighter for Cancer Wellness Centres around the Worlds and a Heartbreaker at 73 as we all realise how much she brought to us after she goes to Xanadu x!

[@russelllangworthy8855]

She was a singer for 50 yrs.

[@anonamouse.p4115]

@@russelllangworthy8855 The 30 Years refers to her Cancer survival, sorry for your loss of ONJ.

[@russelllangworthy8855]

@@anonamouse.p4115 Thanks, but it was no loss for me.

[@ChildOfThe1970s]

I had a very traumatic childhood, and Olivia was one of the people who helped me to cope even though I didn't know her. Fell in love with her when I noticed her on TV and saw her on the Xanadu album cover. Wrote her name in hearts on my school book covers and folders, and I still have one of those folders. When I lived in a foster home, my biologocal father even bought me a vinyl record single of her song "Magic" when I visited him one weekend because I talked about her so much lol. Part of me died with Olivia when she passed away. From the little boy in me who had a major crush on you, thank you Olivia.

[@thewheatfields8852]

I'm sorry to hear you've had a very traumatic childhood. Hope things are good for you now.

[@PaganPunk]

Born in England 🇬🇧 Grew up in Australia 🇦🇺 Lived in America 🇺🇸.....Loved By Millions.... Rest In Peace Beautiful ❤️ You Are Now Free xxx

[@ettaplace800]

A beloved Aussie. We were so proud of her. I remember seeing her at the ballet in Melbourne and she was gorgeous. I was so awestruck. She was refreshing and was always such a natural beauty. They don’t make them like Olivia any more. End of an era. God bless her. 🇦🇺🇦🇺🇦🇺

[@leeanneyoungman8028]

Her honesty and kindness was what everyone was drawn to and the rest of her was well worth the following... what a women and a true lady! 🕊🕊

[@thatarizonadude]

When I saw the news on ONJ Instagram I was floored because she was doing so good. I was hoping she would beat stage 4 cancer. It hits me hard because my late father loved her and my mom recently passed from stage 4 cancer related. RIP ONJ

[@greeneyedwarlock882]

So verrrrrrrry sorry to read about your Mom, Dude. My Mom had Parkinsons' and I had to watch her fade away from for 7 years while she almost died a few times before she finally did. Olivia successfully BEAT Cancer twice before giving it alllllll she had the 3rd time. She is and always will be a Super-Hero WARRIOR just like your beloved Mom!!

[@markrubin2470]

The songs "I Honestly Love You and "Have You Ever Been Mellow" were the epitome of what Olivia Newton John was as a singer and as a person of sincerity that touched my soul when I first heard those songs. Never to be forgotten, Olivia Newtown John.

[@kathdavies1220]

Always carried herself with grace RIP ONJ 💔🇦🇺🦘

[@edithcarter3554]

Still hard to believe she’s gone. I loved her and her beautiful voice. She was an angel.

[@ketoneedoh1844]

Marie Osmond said it best “I honestly love you”

[@KAM-rl6tz]

I co-sign what Dionne said about her voice. May she rest in eternal peace. ❤️

[@sunshineflower1922]

A true angel on this earth!! 73 years of love and light!! 🤍🌟🙏🏻 No stain on her reputation and just admiration from those that knew her closely. How many human beings can be like Olivia? Probably very feel

[@kaymuldoon3575]

I idolized Olivia back in the 70s and she’s always been one of my favorite singers. She’s such a beautiful soul and yes, her soul is as bright as ever. I’m saddened for her loss but it’s good to know she’s no longer in pain, and reunited with her sister Rona. Rest In Peace Olivia 💗

[@hornsfirst]

Heaven has gained another angel…RIP ONJ. 😢💔

[@angelaphipps6463]

I loved Olivia Newton John. She was such a beautiful woman. She'll be missed..thank you for your memories. ❤❤❤

[@cordthurston727]

I recall attending her concert at McNichols Arena in Denver Colorado,I received Authority to re-draw her image on my personal Cadillac limousine which was hand-drawn not Traister magnified with acrylic paint. Also on the hood of my automobile below the ELO emblem above from the movie Xanadu. That is how much of an impact her music and her memories had upon me. She will be truly missed by so many of us. Off into the stars and beyond to Xanadu. Within our Heavenly Father

[@yvettebrand2034]

I loved her since I was a child!! Her voice captured me long before I knew of her stunning beauty and grace!! One of very few to steal this rocking metal chicks heart! I had all her albums too. RIP Beautiful Angel! 🦋

[@jennyjacques573]

Would a "Little more LOVE " bring you back to us, Olivia ? Love you always... Magical beautiful woman... 💖

[@todddepue681]

Physical was the first album I ever bought when I was 11. RIP ONJ

[@visariosorino8034]

Olivia was a wonderful human being, and a classy sassy lady. RIP 🙏 dear lady.❤️😒

[@chitownreak]

"Stranded at the drive in,branded a fool,what will they say,monday at school"...rip our beautiful forever young Sandy

[@TheEurokrafts]

Thanks for your wonderful tribute Graeme.

[@catherinesvbialosh7260]

You did a great job on this video and paying tribute to my Shero Olivia Newton John…I was thinking earlier tonight when was the last time did I cry like this for a Celebrity and it was Princess Di came to mind…I remember hearing about the passing of princess Di and even before the media were saying what I believed in her that she was the Queen of Hearts…Our OLJ to my perspective is a Saint and possibly going up to Sainthood…I know friends of mine who know her or family members and they always said she was a guiding light a power house with no bitterness in her heart…I was very little when I saw her in the movie Grease and I loved her then but it was not until 2003 when I was first diagnosed with Breast Cancer that her strength, her Faith and her philanthropy gave me a continued belief that it’s ok if this happens to you and you will beat this…She was a trailblazer for so many in fighting Breast Cancer and to even creating a Wellness Center for those who have cancer is a huge demonstration of who she was…She treated everyone with kindness and like Betty White and Bob Saget…Three iconic people who passed away almost all in the same year…I think it was Dec 31. 2021 we lost Betty and on Jan 2nd 2022 we lost Bob to now losing Sweet Olivia on the 8th of August…I know she will be greeted in heaven with open arms; to which God would say you Did a great job on earth Livy!! I will miss Olivia Newton John being in our world but thankfully we have all of her work as a singer, actor and philanthropist to look back on…Thank you Olivia for being the Angel to us all on Earth and now an Angel in heaven Rest In Peace Livy

[@tracerow5516]

I agree Diana and Olivia had the same effect on people and it feels like the same kind of sad mourning. Like a light has gone out with them leaving. Two angels and great humanitarians. X

[@simon5005]

As an Olivia fan from the very beginning, thank you Graeme for this lovely tribute.

[@janetclaireSays]

When I was a high school senior I bought her 1975 album "Have You Never Been Mellow," which was my introduction to her. I loved that album. My cousin Ted, who was a freshman at Loyola U. asked if it came with a photo he could have! It didn't so I cut out the photo on the back of the jacket so he could tape it to his dorm wall! Three years later, there was "Grease" and she was amazing in that. Not being a big fan of pop music I had lost track of Olivia over the years. I had heard about her battle with breast cancer and was glad to know she beat it. And she did beat it - for 30 years, which is amazing. I'm only learning now about her causes and her hospital. She was a special human being and though I had lost track over the years I feel the sadness of her loss.

[@joeljack1]

Heartbreaking. So not prepared for this day.:(

[@chrisking2799]

What an example she was. Not only a mammoth talent but a wonderful human. She is how it is done. Angelic.

[@clannad99germany70]

So sorry, she was so pretty, I started listening to her songs from the first moment when she recorded "If not for you". RIP sweet and lovely Olivia !!

[@pl1763]

I became a fan at the age of 10 when I heard “a little more love” I got her album as a gift for my next birthday. A year later, Grease came out and that cemented it. I even own a dvd of Xanadu lol but that’s how sincere my admiration of her was and the soundtrack was great. She was a light in my childhood and her songs still bring a smile and make me feel light when times are heavy. RIP and condolences to her family 🙏

[@lunnouxhinds8464]

I've been a fan of Olivia Newton John from the first time I saw her In 1972. I just loved her voice and music. Its so sad she is no longer with us.

[@kathleentyson6727]

I was watching an interview with the director of Grease here on KZbin a few hours ago ,he said when she came out as the “ new Sandy” he didn’t recognize her,it’s such a great loss for those of us who loved her as a singer,but as for her family I’m sure their hearts are breaking and their loss is running deep,she will be so very missed.

[@milanpintar]

She was loved by everyone. She was the perfect human. The biggest smile in the world.

[@blakeh6250]

Beautiful inside and out to the very end.♥️♥️

[@faizaniftikhar8732]

My introduction to her music was trough "country roads" from "Whisper of the heart "animation. till this day its my one of the favorite songs and the impact of the song's lyrics in the movie and across borders is something I consider nothing less than magical.

[@beowulfthedane]

She had a Greatest hits Album where she was in a pool up to her neck her hair was wet but only where it met the water. I remember staring at that picture while listening to the Album. I was a pre-teen and in love with her photos, her music and her performances.

[@Ciclopea2]

I find some solace in knowing that she was grateful to the very end that she got to live an amazing life and she got to do so many good things and that gave her a sense of peace facing the inevitable. She was an angel, God just wanted her back, and angels never die, we love you Olivia 💖🌹

[@danielshannon6027]

In 1982 my 14th birthday present from my parents was to see Olivia's Physical concert at Houston's former Summit Arena. When she performed the song it was with a jump rope. During the instrumental part she kept snagging her foot on it; she then signaled with her hand for the band to stop and said "Ladies and gentlemen I have an announcement...no one can leave the building until I get this right." The audience erupted in laughter and applauded the joke. She was just amazing.

[@kathleensilva2414]

I adored her and loved her music.I saw her in Boston in 1982 during her Physical tour.Sweet,kind woman.Gone too soon.😥 Cancer sucks!!!!!

[@just4mygrl413]

I grew up with Olivia Newton John's music. I've loved her movies, music and herself since I was 12. It also helped me escape things that happened in my life. My sister had posters of rock musicians while I had a poster of Olivia on the wall. ❤❤❤ she was so beautiful inside and out. Loved everything about her. RIP Will miss you dearly! 😥❤❤

[@danielhalconb2466]

Olivia was so much more than an entertainer. She was kind, gentle, loving with a spirit that was larger than life. Her enormous talent was eclipsed by her humanitarian endeavors and love for people and animals. I believe she is in heaven watching over all those she loves. Love you Olivia!!!

[@asierasier7259]

I am 41 years old and, my dear Olivia, you have been my inspiration and accompanied me in the good and the bad moments, in happy and sad ones, since I was 14 years old. I can't imagine a world where there is no you, but you will forever live in my heart and in my thoughts. I know that someday we will share the same time and space once again. In the meantime, rest in peace, wherever you are. The world is a better place because of hearts like yours - because of people like you! And the echo of your unique and phenomenal voice will always LIVe on... You are love and light! I will always love you, Olivia. 💙💜💚❤🤍💗

[@suzanneprock7286]

Olivia was very popular in the 70's, I heard her music first when I was in Jr. High School. She was already very famous for her singing and entertainment before Grease but the movie skyrocketed her fame to another level and she became an international treasure at that point. I think she was already but we loved her music. My favorite song of hers is "Have You Never Been Mellow", it's the first I heard and "If Not For You" written by George Harrison.

[@sizzurpr7608]

What an amazing talent and an overall great person. RIP Mariah Carey's live version of "Hopelessly Devoted To You", which actually includes Olivia on stage, is the best rendition, IMO.

[@coreykeele9781]

One of my favorite uncles... bought me her cassette tape... I miss both of them.

[@elkypmtarot9098]

She is now in Xanadu for real xx of course we go, we are energy, we cannot die. God Bless you and your friends and family xxx

[@owtsideperspective3588]

Such a beautiful person

[@angeleyes_1412]

She was such an icon while I grew up. She was amazing. RIP Queen 🥺💔

[@theresadimaggio7241]

God bless Olivia newton john and her family

[@wesmcgee1648]

Olivia's song " Honestly Love You" was mine and my high school sweet heart's love song back in 74. I'll miss her.

[@Trai71starr]

[@Bartcmh]

As a young boy in the 70’s I was used to see the cute little country singer singing songs like “Let Me Be There”, “I honestly love you” and “Have you never been mellow”…so sweet. Then to see her come out in that skin black outfit complete with stiletto heels and smoking a cigarette I was like WOW! That’s ONJ? Amazing transformation. I Honestly Love Her❤️

[@manna6618]

My very first crush...and forever our princess, you made Australian's so proud. Forever adored...love you Olivia. XXX

[@noeljokait]

God bless you ONJ and thanks for a lot of great memories and music.

[@williamrod8908]

All her music is iconic and I have a lot of her music. My favourite is Have You Never Been Mellow and Sam!! Earlier music

[@sockhuanglim7915]

A lot of people can be called an Icon easily nowadays, but Olivia is a true Icon. 💗💗💗

[@kylechristenssonactorpoet9188]

My favorite moment. Olivia was performing in Vancouver BC and her song I love you, I honestly love you. I shouted out from the audience I love you too Olivia, she chuckled and sang back but you don't have to say it. Made my evening worth it that I made her laugh..

[@vk88864]

I can’t believe she’s gone. R.I.P. Olivia 🙏

[@EG-sd4ss]

My very favorite ever! Livvy I will always love you !

[@sabrinanascimento5248]

I was shocked when I heard that she passed.😩🥺😩. I loved her.😩.

[@lilamuzik3385]

RIP dear little songbird.

[@lori750]

Grease...😢 such a sweet time in my childhood....I will forever remember both Olivia and John for that gift. 🤗 Now thinking about what Ms. Warwick said better than I can..... Ms. Olivia is with The Heavenly Father now...healed and peaceful!🙏😔🌹❤️ May God bless everyone reading this✝️🙏

[@GWMJedi]

She was the only artist ever that me, my mum, and my father all agreed on. She had one of the purest vocal techniques ever in the history of, history. She makes this baritone try to be a soprano. And she fought cancer for 30 years. She was love, and she was bad-ASS. My parents and I also all agreed on our favorite ONJ song. #HopelesslyDevotedToYou 😭💜💔 Galatians 3:26-29

[@kdm71291]

Re-devastated….every time I see something like this!

[@annielane5621]

Sweet voice, and beautiful.

[@carmelrea352]

Bless you Olivia never to be forgotten.

[@cs4122]

Another angel is in heaven…..RIP Olivia….you always were and will always be a pop icon!

[@edwardcatton315]

Rest in Peace Olivia!, my older brother Andrew!, passed away this Year! aged 52!, he would play his Xanadu Album non stop!, You were Absolutely Gorgeous!, Thankyou!.

[@jorgelopez-pr6dr]

She was a truly brave woman.

[@irishgal3882]

Truly Beautiful Angel ✨🕊✨. Sleep in Heavenly peace, Olivia ❤️🙏🏻🤍

[@TFergtruther]

As a huge grease fan I am soo sad that ONJ passed

[@latheritup7794]

RIP Talented beyond belief and such an angelic voice.

[@stephenfermoyle4578]

WE LOVE YOU SOOOOOO the best lady Madonna could have said more. RIP sweet lady

[@EastSide-qc5oy]

It might have been interesting to hear her comment on Olivia Newton John being an inspiration in her career (that whole “Physical” era was happening just as Madonna was starting to make some strides in the music business before breaking through), what she said was perfectly fine. It’s likely she didn’t know her well personally, otherwise she probably would have said more.

[@ollieox9181]

I had a desperate crush on her when I was a kid. RIP my beautiful and talented Olivia.

[@22ergie]

"Sir", Rod, should have given her the respect (that he gave himself in the tweet), of her title "Dame", after all! Rest in Peace beautiful Dame Olivia Newton John.

[@abbeymclaren6778]

Dame Olivia. Ur so loved ❤️

[@jimakcelik6486]

I just found out today her passing, She was incredible actor and human being. We will miss her.

[@annchovey2089]

Olivia, life is eternal.

[@EG-sd4ss]

Let’s not forget… super talented: singer, actress, songwriter, environmentalist, animal lover and advocate, cancer survivor, cancer fighting advocate , beauty without limits, generous and compassionate of unmeasurable proportions… Are there many humans left on earth like her?

[@guscalante]

Im very sad... my dad past away few years ago (2019) from cancer... same age as Olivia and he loved you ONJ and i do to 😘

[@ΑντωνηςΜανωλαγκας]

Truly a good person

[@kimdelorme6314]

So sad. Rest In Peace, beautiful lady!🙏🏻💔

[@GabrielFerreira-ue8hs]

An angelical person 💗

[@chrisrobling]

We were very lucky. Now it's heaven's turn. Her memory will bless us and her legacy, in so many lives, and for so many more, as in her cancer hospital in Melbourne, will inspire us. She was a great entertainer, but also much more. Dame Olivia, as we see from the reaction to her death, had gently become a true humanitarian. God bless her and all of her loved ones.

[@the_flip_side_paranormal]

my 1st husband is Matt Lattanzi's cousin nd although i never had the chance to meet Olivia i always wished i had. sorry for ur loss Chloe Lattanzi. ur mothers memory will live on forever.

[@fionacameron4735]

When l heard the sad news of Olivia l cryed.I loved her in Grease. Rest in peace.

[@alijames180]

Australian icon 😢🇦🇺❤️

[@laminage]

Don't forget that she wrote a Love Song for The US Soap Opera As The World Turns for the Couple Lily & Holden for which she won a Daytime Emmy.

[@debblackmore7460]

Fly high angel with other Angel's shine in heaven you always shined on earth our hearts forever diamonds are forever xxx

[@maryannvaldez7694]

RIP Beautiful 💔

[@catieschrager5282]

The fact this is even a video hurts so bad.

[@tcconnection]

Paul Stanley said she was everybody's sweetheart. He is right.

[@jonathanbarksdale4396]

Olivia Newton John passed away on my birthday August 8

[@zoeykeith]

I bet that was sad. Almost two years ago, I found out that Queen Elizabeth II died on my birthday, it almost had me crying. I was sad for the rest of the day. Me parents couldn't believe that she died. And then a month earlier Olivia Newton-John died. I didn't know much about her, but I did (and still do) like her. I kept listening to her song "Physical" over, and over, and over, AND over again. I was pretty much obsessed with her and that song. A few days ago on Sunday, I turned on my TV, and my DVD player, and then put the movie "Grease" on. It was my very first time watching the whole movie. I loved it so much that it had me really hyper for the rest of the day. After I watched the movie, I started learning the words to "Hopelessly Devoted To You". Getting there, but still needs more practice 😁 I know that it was almost two years ago since she passed, but I am still very sad that she did. If she was still alive on Earth today, I would've LOVED to meet her. To be honest, she is SOOOOO beautiful. May she RIP 🪽

[@margaretharrington3170]

Beautiful that Barbara Streisand said about Olivia being too young to leave this earth

[@SimplySergMX_arts]

I’m so broken and sad 😭

[@DreamcastMooon]

Rest in peace sweet angel.