Olivia Newton-John's daughter pays tribute to mum in emotional post

Oliva Newton-John's daughter has paid tribute to the actress after she passed away yesterday (8 August) at the age of 73 in California.

Chloe Lattanzi, 38, is the child of the late Grease star and her ex-husband Matt Lattanzi, and she took to Instagram to share the emotional post.

She shared a montage of pictures of herself and Newton-John, beginning with a black and white image of her as a child kissing her mum.

The emotional post was accompanied by no caption, and fans of the actress were quick to offer their condolences to Newton-John's daughter.

Lattanzi was her only child.

John Travolta's daughter Ella was one of the many people to express her sympathy, writing: "We love you all."

Influencer Angie Kent added: "Oh god, Chloe. I'm so sorry. What an honour to have seen you and your Mumma together and how much you made each other smile.

"Thinking of you and your beautiful family. She'll always be with you angel xx [sic]"

Journalist George Satsidis wrote: "My sincere condolences for your loss. Your mother will always be in our hearts with her angelic voice."

News of the Grease star's death was first revealed by her husband, John Easterling, on her official Facebook page.

The statement read: "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 Olivia Newton-John Foundation Fund (ONJFoundationFund.org)."

Newton-John's Grease co-star John Travolta has also been one of the many celebrities to celebrate her life in an emotional post.

He wrote on Instagram: "My dearest Olivia, you made all of our lives so much better. Your impact was incredible. I love you so much. We will see you down the road and we will all be together again."

The actor concluded the post: "Yours from the first moment I saw you and forever!

"Your Danny, your John!"

Newton-John had been suffered from breast cancer on and off since 1992 and was battling stage four after multiple recurrences in 2020.