History of Olivia Newton-John in Timeline
Dame Olivia Newton-John was a celebrated British-Australian singer and actress. A global icon, she sold over 100 million records, establishing herself as one of the best-selling music artists of all time and the highest-selling female Australian recording artist. Her career spanned multiple decades, marked by both musical success and memorable performances in film.
1914: Birth Year of Newton-John's Parents
In 1914, both of Olivia Newton-John's parents, Brinley "Bryn" Newton-John and Irene Helene (née Born), were born.
1933: Newton-John's mother's family escape from Germany
In 1933, Newton-John's mother's family came to the UK to escape the Nazi regime.
1939: Birth of Brother Hugh
In 1939, Olivia Newton-John's brother, Hugh, was born.
1941: Birth of Sister Rona
In 1941, Olivia Newton-John's sister, Rona, was born.
September 1948: Olivia Newton-John's Birth
In September 1948, Olivia Newton-John was born in Cambridge to Brinley "Bryn" Newton-John and Irene Helene.
1954: Emigration to Australia
In early 1954, Olivia Newton-John's family emigrated to Melbourne, Victoria, Australia.
1963: Meeting Ian Turpie
In 1963, Olivia Newton-John met Ian Turpie at a coffee shop where her group Sol Four performed; Turpie attended the performance, leading to a relationship.
1964: Acting Talent Recognition
In 1964, Olivia Newton-John's acting talent was first recognised portraying Lady Mary Lasenby, and she became the Young Sun's Drama Award best schoolgirl actress runner-up.
1965: Co-starring in Funny Things Happen Down Under
In 1965, Olivia Newton-John co-starred in the Australian telefilm Funny Things Happen Down Under, where she met her then-boyfriend, Ian Turpie.
1965: Winning the Talent Contest on Sing, Sing, Sing
In 1965, Olivia Newton-John won a talent contest on the television program Sing, Sing, Sing.
1966: First Single Recording
In 1966, Olivia Newton-John recorded her first single, "Till You Say You'll Be Mine", in Britain for Decca Records.
1966: Return to England
In 1966, Olivia Newton-John returned to England, which led to the end of her relationship with Ian Turpie.
1968: Engagement to Bruce Welch
In 1968, Olivia Newton-John was engaged to Bruce Welch, one of her early producers and co-writer of her hit "Please Mr. Please".
1970: Starring in Toomorrow and Recording Soundtrack
In 1970, Olivia Newton-John starred in the science fiction musical Toomorrow and recorded an accompanying soundtrack album.
1971: Early Hit Singles
In 1971, Olivia Newton-John released early hit singles including "If Not for You" and "Banks of the Ohio".
1971: Release of First Solo Album
In 1971, Olivia Newton-John released her first solo album, If Not for You, and had her first international hit with the title track.
1971: Compiled Back to Basics Album
In 1992, Olivia Newton-John compiled the album Back to Basics: The Essential Collection 1971–1992, planning her first tour since her Physical trek ten years prior.
1972: Relationship with Bruce Welch Ends
In 1972, Olivia Newton-John ended her relationship with Bruce Welch.
1972: Minimal Impact of "What Is Life"
In 1972, Olivia Newton-John's single "What Is Life" made minimal impact in the United States.
November 1973: Release of "Let Me Be There" Album
In November 1973, Olivia Newton-John's third studio album Let Me Be There was released, retitled Music Makes My Day in Britain.
1973: Purchase of London Flat
In 1973, Olivia Newton-John purchased a modest one-bedroom flat in northwest London.
1973: Success of "Let Me Be There"
In 1973, Olivia Newton-John released "Let Me Be There", which achieved top 10 status on Pop, Country, and AC charts and won her a Grammy.
1973: Meeting Lee Kramer
In 1973, while vacationing on the French Riviera, Olivia Newton-John met British businessman Lee Kramer, who became her boyfriend and manager.
1974: Billboard 200 No. 1 Album
In 1974, Olivia Newton-John had a No. 1 album on the Billboard 200: If You Love Me, Let Me Know.
1974: "I Honestly Love You" Grammy Win
In 1974, Olivia Newton-John released "I Honestly Love You", which won the Grammy Award for Record of the Year.
1974: Eurovision Song Contest
In 1974, Olivia Newton-John represented the United Kingdom in the Eurovision Song Contest with the song "Long Live Love".
1974: Country Music Association Award
In 1974, Olivia Newton-John was named the Country Music Association Female Vocalist of the Year, causing controversy among country music purists.
1974: Success of "I Honestly Love You"
In 1974, Olivia Newton-John's single "I Honestly Love You" became a number-one hit and earned her two more Grammys.
1974: Relocation to Malibu
In late 1974, Olivia Newton-John relocated from England to the United States and set up residence in Malibu, California.
April 1975: Entered into Record Deal with MCA
In April 1975, Olivia Newton-John and MCA signed an initial two-year deal for four albums, with options for extensions, setting the stage for future legal disputes.
1975: Appearing on John Denver - A Rocky Mountain Christmas
In 1975, Olivia Newton-John appeared on the ABC special John Denver - A Rocky Mountain Christmas, where she performed the duet of “Fly Away” with John, as well as “Let It Shine”.
1975: Billboard 200 No. 1 Album
In 1975, Olivia Newton-John had a No. 1 album on the Billboard 200: Have You Never Been Mellow.
1975: Release of "Have You Never Been Mellow"
In 1975, Olivia Newton-John released the defining hit single "Have You Never Been Mellow".
November 1976: Headlining First US Television Special
In November 1976, Olivia Newton-John headlined her first US television special, A Special Olivia Newton-John.
1976: Recording "Don't Stop Believin'" in Nashville
In 1976, Olivia Newton-John recorded her album, Don't Stop Believin', in Nashville, Tennessee, amid the debate surrounding her success in country music.
1977: Linda Ronstadt Achieves Chart Success
In 1977, Linda Ronstadt became the first woman to have two singles simultaneously in the Billboard Top 5, preceding Olivia Newton-John's similar achievement in 1978.
1977: Release of "Sam"
In 1977, Olivia Newton-John released the defining hit single "Sam".
1977: Return to No. 1 with "Sam"
In 1977, Olivia Newton-John's single "Sam" returned her to the No. 1 spot on the AC chart.
May 1978: Breach of Contract Lawsuits Filed
On 31 May 1978, Olivia Newton-John and MCA filed lawsuits against each other, with Newton-John claiming inadequate promotion and MCA seeking damages and an injunction.
November 1978: Release of Totally Hot Album
In November 1978, Olivia Newton-John released her album Totally Hot, which reached the Top 10. This album capitalized on her appearance at the end of Grease and demonstrated a more aggressive sound.
1978: Grease Becomes a Box Office Hit
In 1978, Grease became a major box-office hit with its soundtrack spending 12 weeks at No. 1. It produced three top 5 singles for Newton-John, including "You're the One That I Want" and "Hopelessly Devoted to You." She was the second woman to have two singles simultaneously in the Billboard top 5.
1978: Cancelled Japan Concert Tour
In 1978, Olivia Newton-John cancelled a concert tour in Japan to protest the slaughter of dolphins, but later rescheduled it after receiving assurances from the Japanese government that the practice was being curbed.
1978: Return to the Top Ten
In 1978, Olivia Newton-John returned to the top ten of the Hot 100 and Billboard 200 charts.
1978: Starring in Grease and Hit Singles
In 1978, Olivia Newton-John starred in "Grease," a highly successful musical film, and released hit singles like "Hopelessly Devoted to You" and "A Little More Love".
1978: Starred as Sandy in Grease
In 1978, Olivia Newton-John's career significantly advanced after she played Sandy in the film adaptation of Grease. She accepted the role after a screen test with John Travolta, overcoming initial concerns about her age and a previous bad film experience. During this time, she previewed some of the film's soundtrack during her second American network television special, Olivia, featuring guests ABBA and Andy Gibb.
1979: Breakup with Lee Kramer
In 1979, Olivia Newton-John and Lee Kramer ended their relationship.
1979: Performed at Music for UNICEF Concert
In 1979, Olivia Newton-John performed at the Music for UNICEF Concert during the UN's International Year of the Child, donating royalties to benefit the cause.
1979: Golden Globe Nomination and Academy Awards Performance
In 1979, Olivia Newton-John received a People's Choice Award for Favourite Film Actress and was nominated for a Golden Globe for Best Actress in a Musical for her role in Grease. She also performed the Oscar-nominated "Hopelessly Devoted to You" at the Academy Awards.
1979: Appointed Officer of the Order of the British Empire (OBE)
In 1979, Olivia Newton-John was appointed Officer of the Order of the British Empire (OBE).
1980: Release of "Magic"
In 1980, Newton-John originally released her single 'Magic'.
1980: Purchase of Dalwood Estate
In 1980, Olivia Newton-John bought the Dalwood estate for $622,000. The estate would eventually be sold in 2019.
1980: Meeting Matt Lattanzi
In 1980, Olivia Newton-John met Matt Lattanzi while filming Xanadu.
1980: Release of "Magic" and "Xanadu"
In 1980, Olivia Newton-John released "Magic" and "Xanadu" from the film Xanadu, with the Electric Light Orchestra.
1980: Starred in Xanadu
In 1980, Olivia Newton-John starred in the film Xanadu with Gene Kelly and Michael Beck. Although the film was a critical failure, the soundtrack was a commercial success.
1980: Marriage of Rona and Jeff Conaway
In 1980, Olivia Newton-John's sister, Rona, married Jeff Conaway, her Grease co-star.
1981: Release of 'Love Performance'
In 1981, Newton-John released 'Love Performance'.
1981: Composed and Recorded 'The Promise (the Dolphin Song)'
In 1981, Olivia Newton-John composed and recorded the song "The Promise (the Dolphin Song)" on the Physical album, in honor of dolphins, reflecting her ongoing commitment to animal welfare.
1981: Application for Australian Citizenship
In 1981, Olivia Newton-John initially pursued Australian citizenship, and Prime Minister Malcolm Fraser was asked to expedite her application.
1981: Release of "Physical"
In 1981, Olivia Newton-John released "Physical", which became Billboard's highest-ranking Hot 100 single of the 1980s.
1982: Olivia in Concert Performance
In 1982, Olivia Newton-John performed Dolly Parton's "Jolene" in Concert, showcasing a down-falling note range covering three octaves. This performance highlighted her impressive musical abilities.
January 1983: Olivia in Concert TV Special Premieres on HBO
In January 1983, the Olivia in Concert television special premiered on HBO, featuring footage from her international tour following the success of the Physical album.
1983: Dalwood Estate Additional Land
In 1983, Olivia Newton-John acquired additional land for her Dalwood estate.
1983: Release of "Twist of Fate"
In 1983, Olivia Newton-John released the defining hit single "Twist of Fate".
1983: Starred in Two of a Kind with John Travolta
In 1983, Olivia Newton-John reteamed with John Travolta for the film Two of a Kind, which was not successful critically or commercially but had a platinum soundtrack.
December 1984: Marriage to Matt Lattanzi
In December 1984, Olivia Newton-John married Matt Lattanzi.
1985: Released Soul Kiss Album
In 1985, Olivia Newton-John released her album Soul Kiss, which was certified gold. The album had only one charted single, which was the title track.
1985: Divorce of Rona and Jeff Conaway
In 1985, Olivia Newton-John's sister, Rona, divorced Jeff Conaway.
January 1986: Birth of Chloe Rose
In January 1986, Olivia Newton-John and Matt Lattanzi's daughter, Chloe Rose, was born.
1986: Performed at VFL Grand Final
In 1986, Olivia Newton-John, a supporter of Australian rules football Carlton, performed the Australian national anthem at the VFL Grand Final between Carlton and Hawthorn.
1988: Released The Rumour Album
In 1988, Olivia Newton-John resumed her recording career with the album The Rumour, promoted by an HBO special. The album and its title track had limited commercial success.
September 1989: Released Warm and Tender Album
In September 1989, Olivia Newton-John released her album Warm and Tender, inspired by her daughter, marking a return to a more wholesome image but failing to revive her recording career.
1989: "Can't We Talk It Over in Bed" released by Grayson Hugh
In 1989, Grayson Hugh, the arranger of "Can't We Talk It Over in Bed", released his version of the song, which became a top-20 pop hit as "Talk It Over".
1990: John Easterling founds Amazon Herb Company
In 1990, John Easterling founded the Amazon Herb Company.
1990: Starred in A Mom for Christmas
In 1990, Olivia Newton-John starred in the Christmas film A Mom for Christmas, which was a top 10 Nielsen hit, showcasing her presence in television films.
1991: Became National Spokesperson for CHEC
In 1991, Olivia Newton-John became the National Spokesperson for the Colette Chuda Environmental Fund/CHEC, following the death of Colette Chuda, and later advocated for breast cancer research and other health issues.
1992: Death of Brinley "Bryn" Newton-John
In 1992, Brinley "Bryn" Newton-John, Olivia Newton-John's father, passed away.
1992: Koala Blue Declares Bankruptcy
In 1992, Koala Blue, the chain of women's clothing boutiques founded by Olivia Newton-John and Pat Farrar, declared bankruptcy after initial success.
1992: Breast Cancer Diagnosis
In 1992, Olivia Newton-John was diagnosed with breast cancer, forcing her to cancel publicity and a planned tour. She received her diagnosis the same weekend her father died.
1993: Meeting John Easterling
In 1993, Olivia Newton-John met John Easterling, the founder and president of the Amazon Herb Company.
1993: Koala Blue Lawsuit Dismissed
In 1993, a judge dismissed a multimillion-dollar lawsuit against Olivia Newton-John and Pat Farrar related to Koala Blue, citing insufficient evidence of breach of contract and unfair competition.
1994: Became an Australian Citizen
In 1994, Olivia Newton-John officially became an Australian citizen.
1994: Released Gaia: One Woman's Journey
In 1994, Olivia Newton-John released Gaia: One Woman's Journey, an album chronicling her battle with breast cancer. It was the first album on which she wrote all the music and lyrics herself.
1994: Starred in A Christmas Romance
In 1994, Olivia Newton-John starred in the Christmas film A Christmas Romance, which was a top 10 Nielsen hit, reinforcing her success in television films.
April 1995: Separation Announcement
In April 1995, Olivia Newton-John and Matt Lattanzi announced their separation.
1996: Divorce from Matt Lattanzi
In 1996, Olivia Newton-John and Matt Lattanzi officially divorced.
1996: "Don't Cut Me Down" Used in It's My Party
In 1996, Olivia Newton-John's environmentally themed song "Don't Cut Me Down" was featured in the film It's My Party, an AIDS drama, highlighting her advocacy through music.
December 1998: Return to Solo Touring
In December 1998, Newton-John resumed touring by herself after a 16-year hiatus.
December 1998: The Main Event Tour
In December 1998, Newton-John, John Farnham, and Anthony Warlow performed in The Main Event Tour, with the album peaking at No. 1.
1998: Grease Re-release for 20th Anniversary
In 1998, Grease was re-released for its 20th anniversary and ranked as the second highest-grossing film behind Titanic in its opening weekend, showing the film's enduring popularity.
1998: Return to Nashville and Recording of "Back with a Heart"
In 1998, Newton-John returned to Nashville to record "Back with a Heart," which reached No. 59 on the Pop chart and No. 9 on the Country Albums chart.
1998: President of Isle of Man Basking Shark Society
In 1998, Newton-John was listed as president of the Isle of Man Basking shark Society.
1999: ARIA Award for Highest Selling Australian CD
In 1999, Highlights from The Main Event won an ARIA Award for Highest Selling Australian CD.
1999: Kenny Loggins' TNN Christmas Special
In 1999, Newton-John made contributions to Kenny Loggins' TNN Christmas special.
1999: Daytime Emmy Award
In 1999, Newton-John won a Daytime Emmy Award for Outstanding Original Song for "Love Is a Gift" after it was featured on "As the World Turns".
2000: Performance at the Summer Olympics Opening Ceremony
In 2000, Newton-John and John Farnham performed "Dare to Dream" at the Opening Ceremony of the Summer Olympics in Sydney.
2000: Appearance in "Sordid Lives"
In 2000, Newton-John played Bitsy Mae Harling in "Sordid Lives" and teamed with Vince Gill and the London Symphony Orchestra for "'Tis the Season".
2000: Release of "One Woman's Live Journey"
In 2000, Newton-John released "One Woman's Live Journey", her first live album since 1981.
2002: Hotel Sessions recorded
In 2002, Newton-John recorded unreleased demos that were recorded with her nephew Brett Goldsmith for her album, Hotel Sessions.
2002: Release of "(2)" Duets Album
In 2002, Newton-John released "(2)", a duets album featuring mostly Australian artists.
2002: Induction into Australia's ARIA Hall of Fame
In 2002, Newton-John was inducted into Australia's ARIA Hall of Fame.
2002: Dalwood Estate Additional Land
In 2002, Olivia Newton-John acquired additional land for her Dalwood estate.
2002: American Distribution of Gaia
In 2002, Olivia Newton-John's album Gaia received American distribution by Hip-O Records, expanding its reach to a wider audience.
2003: Death of Irene Helene Newton-John
In 2003, Irene Helene Newton-John, Olivia Newton-John's mother, passed away.
October 2004: Release of "Indigo: Women of Song" in Australia
In October 2004, Newton-John released "Indigo: Women of Song" in Australia, dedicating it to her mother.
2004: Japanese release of (2)
In 2004, the Japanese release of the album (2) included the bonus track 'Let It Be Me', a duet with Cliff Richard.
April 2005: Release of "Indigo" in the UK
In April 2005, "Indigo: Women of Song" was released in the UK.
2005: Release of "Stronger Than Before"
In 2005, Newton-John released "Stronger Than Before", sold exclusively in the United States by Hallmark to benefit breast cancer research.
2005: End of Presidency of Isle of Man Basking Shark Society
In 2005, Newton-John's term as president of the Isle of Man Basking shark Society ended.
2005: Founding of Gaia Retreat & Spa
In 2005, Olivia Newton-John co-founded the Gaia Retreat & Spa in Byron Bay.
2005: Disappearance of Patrick McDermott
In 2005, Patrick McDermott, Olivia Newton-John's boyfriend, vanished during a fishing trip off the Californian coast.
March 2006: Release of "Indigo" in Japan
In March 2006, "Indigo: Women of Song" was released in Japan.
June 2006: Lawsuit Filed Against Universal Music Group
In June 2006, ON-J Productions Ltd, Newton-John's company, filed a lawsuit against Universal Music Group (UMG) for $1 million in unpaid royalties from the Grease soundtrack.
2006: Release of "Grace and Gratitude"
In 2006, Newton-John released "Grace and Gratitude", sold exclusively by Walgreens to benefit charities including the Y-ME National Breast Cancer Organization.
2006: Appointed Officer of the Order of Australia
In 2006, Olivia Newton-John was appointed Officer of the Order of Australia.
2007: Dating John Easterling
In 2007, Olivia Newton-John and John Easterling began dating.
2007: Conditional Settlement Reached with UMG
In 2007, Olivia Newton-John and Universal Music Group (UMG) reached a "conditional settlement" regarding the lawsuit over unpaid royalties from the Grease soundtrack.
2007: Xanadu Becomes a Broadway Show
In 2007, the film Xanadu was adapted into a Broadway show that ran for over 500 performances and was nominated for four Tony Awards, indicating the film's lasting impact.
2008: "Physical" Ranked Among Top Songs by Billboard
In 2008, Billboard ranked the song "Physical" No. 6 among all songs that charted in the 50-year history of the Hot 100, solidifying its place as one of the most popular songs of all time.
2008: Great Wall of China Walk and Release of 'A Celebration in Song'
In 2008, Newton-John led a walk along the Great Wall of China to raise funds for the Olivia Newton-John Cancer and Wellness Centre and released the album "A Celebration in Song".
2008: Coming Home and Duets: Friends & Legends
In 2008, Newton-John took part in the BBC Wales program "Coming Home" about her Welsh family history and joined Anne Murray's album, "Duets: Friends & Legends".
2008: Coast Guard Investigation
In 2008, a United States Coast Guard investigation suggested that Patrick McDermott was lost at sea.
April 2010: Claims of McDermott Being Alive
In April 2010, a private investigator claimed that Patrick McDermott was alive and had faked his death for a life insurance payout, but did not provide definitive proof.
May 2010: Glee Appearance and "Physical" recreation
In May 2010, Newton-John recreated her "Physical" video with Jane Lynch on Glee, and the performance was released as a digital single.
October 2010: Featured in "1 a Minute" and comic book release
In October 2010, Newton-John was featured in the breast cancer docu-drama "1 a Minute", and Bluewater Productions released a comic book featuring her.
2010: "Physical" Ranked as Most Popular Song About Sex
In 2010, Billboard magazine ranked the song "Physical" as the most popular single ever about sex, highlighting its provocative lyrics and enduring cultural impact.
2010: Re-release of 'Grace and Gratitude'
In 2010, Newton-John re-recorded some tracks from Grace and Gratitude and re-released the album as Grace and Gratitude Renewed.
2010: Starring in Score: A Hockey Musical
In 2010, Newton-John starred in the film "Score: A Hockey Musical", which opened the Toronto International Film Festival.
January 2011: Filming "A Few Best Men"
In January 2011, Newton-John began filming the comedy "A Few Best Men" in Australia.
2011: Hotel Sessions recorded
In 2011, Newton-John recorded unreleased demos that were recorded with her nephew Brett Goldsmith for her album, Hotel Sessions.
2011: Release of "Portraits: A Tribute to Great Women of Song" in the US
In 2011, a rebranded version of Indigo was released in the US under the name "Portraits: A Tribute to Great Women of Song".
November 2012: Charity Album 'This Christmas'
In November 2012, Newton-John teamed with John Travolta to make the charity album This Christmas, in support of The Olivia Newton-John Cancer & Wellness Centre and the Jett Travolta Foundation.
2012: Re-release of Gaia
In 2012, Gaia was re-released by Green Hill Records, featuring an alternative cover photo, marking another chapter in the album's journey.
2012: Sale of Amazon Herb Company
In 2012, John Easterling sold the Amazon Herb Company to TriVita, Inc.
2012: Actively Touring and Doing Concerts
In 2012, Newton-John was actively touring and doing concerts.
2012: Opening of the Olivia Newton-John Cancer & Wellness Centre
In 2012, the Olivia Newton-John Cancer & Wellness Centre opened at the Austin Hospital in Melbourne.
March 2013: UK Trek
In March 2013, Newton-John's UK trek also encompassed Bournemouth, Brighton, Birmingham, Manchester and Cardiff, Wales.
May 2013: Death of Sister Rona
In May 2013, Newton-John's elder sister, Rona, died from a brain tumor.
2013: Previous Breast Cancer Recurrence
In 2013, Olivia Newton-John had a previous recurrence of breast cancer.
2013: Death of Sister Rona
In 2013, Olivia Newton-John's sister, Rona, an actress, passed away.
2013: Suicide on Jupiter Inlet Property
In 2013, while Olivia Newton-John and John Easterling were not present, a contractor committed suicide on their Jupiter Inlet estate during renovations.
April 2014: Residency and Release of Hotel Sessions
In April 2014, Newton-John resumed performing in Vegas and released a new EP entitled Hotel Sessions.
August 2014: Extension of Vegas Residency
In August 2014, Newton-John's Vegas residency was extended.
2015: Two Strong Hearts Live Tour
In 2015, Newton-John reunited with John Farnham for Two Strong Hearts Live.
2015: Guest Judge on RuPaul's Drag Race and Dance Club Songs Chart
In 2015, Newton-John was a guest judge on RuPaul's Drag Race and scored her first number-one single on Billboard's Dance Club Songs chart with "You Have to Believe".
2015: Induction into the Music Victoria Hall of Fame
In 2015, Newton-John was inducted into the Music Victoria Hall of Fame.
2015: Purchase of Santa Ynez Valley Horse Ranch
In 2015, Olivia Newton-John and John Easterling purchased a $5.3 million, 12-acre horse ranch in the Santa Ynez Valley outside Santa Barbara.
2015: Sale of Jupiter Inlet Home
In 2015, Olivia Newton-John and John Easterling sold their Jupiter Inlet home for $5.1 million to a Swedish advertising executive.
2015: Rechristening of the Olivia Newton-John Cancer Wellness & Research Centre
In 2015, the Olivia Newton-John Cancer & Wellness Centre was rechristened the Olivia Newton-John Cancer Wellness & Research Centre.
December 2016: End of Summer Nights Residency
In December 2016, Newton-John's Summer Nights residency finished after 175 shows.
2016: Liv On CD
In 2016, Newton-John co-produced Liv On CD with Beth Nielsen Chapman and Amy Sky.
May 2017: Breast Cancer Recurrence
In May 2017, it was announced that Olivia Newton-John's breast cancer had returned and metastasized to her lower back.
2017: Death of Lee Kramer
In 2017, Lee Kramer, Olivia Newton-John's former boyfriend and manager, passed away.
2017: Liv On Concert Tour
In 2017, Newton-John collaborated with Beth Nielsen Chapman and Amy Sky on a joint concert tour entitled Liv On.
2017: Actively Touring and Doing Concerts
In 2017, Newton-John was actively touring and doing concerts.
2017: Stated she was "still Australian"
In 2017, Olivia Newton-John stated that she considered herself to be "still Australian."
2018: Actively Touring and Doing Concerts
In 2018, Newton-John performed a handful of shows.
2018: Publication of Autobiography "Don't Stop Believin'"
In 2018, Olivia Newton-John's autobiography, Don't Stop Believin', was published.
May 2019: Death of Brother Hugh
In May 2019, Newton-John's elder brother Hugh died at age 80.
June 2019: Companion of the Order of Australia
In June 2019, Newton-John was bestowed Australia's highest honor, the Companion of the Order of Australia.
November 2019: Auction of Memorabilia
In November 2019, Julien's Auctions auctioned hundreds of memorabilia items from Newton-John's career, raising $2.4 million for her Cancer Wellness and Research Centre.
December 2019: Meet 'n' Grease Sing-Along Events
In December 2019, Newton-John and Travolta re-teamed for three live Meet 'n' Grease sing-along events in Florida.
December 2019: Title of Dame
In December 2019, Olivia Newton-John was given the title of Dame and expressed pride in her British ancestry.
2019: Sale of Australian Farm
In 2019, Olivia Newton-John sold her 187-acre Australian farm near Byron Bay in New South Wales for $4.6 million, which she had owned for nearly 40 years.
2019: Death of Brother Hugh
In 2019, Olivia Newton-John's brother, Hugh, a medical doctor, passed away.
2020: Guinness World Record Shortest Gap Disrupted
In 2020, Taylor Swift surpassed Olivia Newton-John's Guinness World Record for the shortest gap between new Number 1 albums.
January 2021: Release of "Window in the Wall"
In January 2021, Newton-John released her final single, "Window in the Wall", a duet with her daughter Chloe Lattanzi.
2021: Sale of Gaia Retreat & Spa
In 2021, Olivia Newton-John sold the Gaia Retreat & Spa for $30 million to the investment firm of Tattarang.
August 2022: Olivia Newton-John's Death
August 2022 marks the death of Olivia Newton-John, a British and Australian singer and actress.
August 2022: AMC Re-releases Grease After Newton-John's Death
Following her death in August 2022, AMC announced that Grease would reappear in some of its cinemas over the weekend and that a portion of the proceeds would go to breast cancer research.
August 2022: Death of Olivia Newton-John
On August 8, 2022, Olivia Newton-John died at the age of 73 at her home in the Santa Ynez Valley of California. Tributes were paid by many celebrities, and landmarks in Melbourne and Sydney were lit up in her honor.
September 2022: Private Memorial Service
In September 2022, Olivia Newton-John's family held a "small and very private" memorial service in California.
2022: Tributes and Commemorations
In 2022, following Olivia Newton-John's death, Pink staged a commemorative cover during the American Music Awards, and a special tribute featuring performances by Natalie Imbruglia, Peking Duk, and Tones and I occurred at the ARIA Music Awards to honor her legacy.
February 2023: Australian Memorial Service
On February 26, 2023, Olivia Newton-John's Australian memorial service was held at Hamer Hall in Melbourne, including eulogies and tributes.
December 2024: Posthumous Sales of Commemoratives
In December 2024, Julien's and TCM held posthumous sales of Newton-John commemoratives.
January 2025: Posthumous Sales of Commemoratives
In January 2025, Julien's and TCM held posthumous sales of Newton-John commemoratives.
