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Amy Huberman shares photo with Olivia Newton John in touching tribute

Amy Huberman has paid tribute to the late Olivia Newton John.

Olivia had been fighting breast cancer for some time. The star, best known for playing Sandy in Grease, was just 73 when she passed away surrounded by her friends and family.

Amy Huberman posted a picture of herself and the star. She said: “What a beautiful beautiful person inside and out. Bursting with kindness, fun, brains and talent. Rip ONJ xxxx”.

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The English-Australian actress and singer passed away peacefully at her home in California. Her beloved husband John Easterling confirmed the sad news on social media.

The statement reads: “Dame Olivia Newton-John (73) passed away peacefully at her Ranch in Southern California this morning, surrounded by family and friends. We ask that everyone please respect the family’s privacy during this very difficult time.

“Olivia has been a symbol of triumphs and hope for over 30 years sharing her journey with breast cancer. Her healing inspiration and pioneering experience with plant medicine continues with the Olivia Newton-John Foundation Fund, dedicated to researching plant medicine and cancer. In lieu of flowers, the family asks that any donations be made in her memory to the @onjfoundation

“Olivia is survived by her husband John Easterling; daughter Chloe Lattanzi; sister Sarah Newton-John; brother Toby Newton-John; nieces and nephews Tottie, Fiona and Brett Goldsmith; Emerson, Charlie, Zac, Jeremy, Randall, and Pierz Newton-John; Jude Newton-Stock, Layla Lee; Kira and Tasha Edelstein; and Brin and Valerie Hall.”

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