Don't Stop Believin'Legendary musician, actress, activist, and icon Olivia Newton-John's fascinating life story—from her unforgettable rise to fame in the classic musical Grease to her passionate advocacy for health in light of her long battle with cancer. Perfect for fans of Tina Turner’s My Love Story and Sally Field’s In Pieces, this New York Times bestseller is an extraordinary can’t-miss memoir. For more than five decades, Olivia Newton-John was one of our most successful and adored entertainers. A four-time Grammy Award winner, she was one of the world’s bestselling recording artists of all time, with more than 100 million albums sold. Her starring roles in the iconic movies Grease and Xanadu catapulted her into super-stardom. In addition to her music and screen successes, Olivia was perhaps best known for her strength, courage, and grace. After her own personal journeys with cancer, she became an inspiration for millions around the world. A tireless advocate for countless charities, her true passion was founding the Olivia Newton-John Cancer Wellness & Research Centre in her hometown of Melbourne, Australia. Olivia radiated joy, hope, and compassion—and was determined to be a force for good in the world. Here, she shares her journey, from Melbourne schoolgirl to international superstar, in this deeply personal book. Candid and moving, Don’t Stop Believin’ is Olivia Newton-John’s story in her own words for the very first time. |
Contents
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Trust Yourself | 27 |
Have You Never Been Mellow | 69 |
Grease Is the Word | 105 |
Suddenly | 119 |
Physical | 133 |
Warm and Tender | 147 |
The Flower That Shattered the Stone | 163 |
Let Go Let God | 221 |
Magic | 227 |
Pearls on a Chain | 237 |
Silent Ruin | 263 |
Trust Yourself | 283 |
Live On | 291 |
Love Is a Gift | 297 |
Epilogue | 309 |
Dont Ask Why Me | 171 |
No Matter What You Do | 187 |
Dare to Dream | 195 |
Right Here with You | 205 |
Gaia | 215 |
Afterword | 313 |
Grace and Gratitude | 325 |
Credits | 329 |
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