The “biggest influence” of Olivia Newton-John’s life: “I am forever grateful”
Olivia Newton-John, best known for playing Sandy in the 1978 hit Grease, credited her mother, Irene Newton-John, as the single biggest influence on her life and career. Before Grease, Newton-John's acting career had stalled following minor and largely forgotten roles, and she was reportedly reluctant to take on the part, having built her reputation as…