Let’s talk about friendship, loyalty, and unwavering support. John Travolta and Olivia Newton-John have shared a special bond since they first starred together in the iconic movie "Grease." Now, as Olivia battles breast cancer once again, it’s clear that John’s devotion to her hasn’t wavered a bit. In fact, it’s stronger than ever!

Olivia Opens Up About John's Support

Olivia Newton-John, the legendary singer and actress, recently revealed that she’s dealing with a recurrence of breast cancer. At 69 years old, she’s facing this challenge with grace and determination—and John Travolta has been right by her side every step of the way. “He’s been wonderful. He calls and checks up on me,” Olivia said, speaking fondly of her former co-star.

When Olivia initially shared her diagnosis back in late May, she expressed her gratitude for the love and support from her family, friends, and fans. But it’s John’s presence in her life that seems particularly meaningful. “I have had a long-running issue with sciatica, and I need to take this time to rest and deal with this very painful condition,” she explained at the time. “My husband John is taking great care of me, and I want to thank all my family, friends, and fans for their concern, love, support, and good wishes.”

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John's Support Before the Announcement

Even before Olivia made her diagnosis public, John was already showing his support. “He came to one of my shows—right before this happened, actually, right before my diagnosis,” Olivia recalled. She described how she was struggling physically during that time, saying, “I saw him, and I was hobbling around the dinner table because I was having trouble sitting down. And he was concerned.”

John didn’t stop there. He went above and beyond by reaching out with suggestions and connections. “He called me up with some ideas of people to see,” Olivia added. This level of care and thoughtfulness shows just how deep their friendship runs. It’s not just about nostalgia for "Grease"—it’s about being there for each other through life’s ups and downs.

John's Words of Admiration

It’s no surprise that John has nothing but praise for Olivia. “She’s always been an incredible human being and an inspiration to millions,” he said. “I know her so well. If we all put our intentions for her to get through this, she will feel it and it will support her. We love her, and she loves us.”

John’s words carry weight because they come from a place of genuine admiration and affection. It’s clear that he sees Olivia not just as a former co-star but as a dear friend who deserves nothing less than the best.

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Olivia's Message: Don't Call Her a Survivor

While Olivia is grateful for the outpouring of support, she has one important message: don’t call her a survivor. “A survivor sounds like someone clinging onto a lifeboat, to me. A thriver is someone that’s already off the boat and on land,” she explained. Olivia refuses to let cancer define her. “I’m not going to be one of those statistics. I’m going to be fine. And I will probably deal with this in my life as an ongoing thing,” she said. “I think that you can live with cancer like you can live with other things—if you take care of yourself.”

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Through this experience, Olivia has discovered a new strength within herself. “It taught me I’m stronger than I thought I was,” she added. Her resilience is truly inspiring, and it’s a testament to her incredible spirit.

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