Olivia Newton John: Shock news about cancer battle

Opens up about battling the disease for the third time - by Faye James

Olivia Newton John has opened up about battling cancer for the third time.

Speaking with Closer magazine, the 70 year-old revealed: "The thing I keep learning is gratitide and just to relax."

"Life is not to be rushed though. It's to be savoured, and I'm really happy."

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"I'm maybe at my happiest right now," she added.

She credits her husband John Easterling, the founder of Amazon Herb Company as the key to her joy. "I married the perfect person," Olivia adds.

"As well as being a wonderful man he's brilliant."

Olivia through her personal battles hopes to inspire others. "I don't really give advice, I just lead by example. I can't advise anyone, but I can talk about what I've been through. I'm leading the best life I can," she adds.

Faye James

Faye James is a regular contributor at New Idea, WHO and Practical Parenting and works across health, beauty, celebrity and royal content. She has over 20 years of experience spanning across the UK, Middle East and Australia.

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