Watch Kelly Clarkson Cover an Olivia Newton John Hit
Kelly Clarkson performed, “Hopelessly Devoted To You,” on The Kelly Clarkson Show. They recently shared a tribute video of Kelly Clarkson singing an Olivia Newton-John song in wake of the Grease actress’ passing at 73 years old.
In the clip from 2020, Clarkson gives a stunning performance of the Olivia Newton John classic “Hopelessly Devoted to You.” Watch, below.
Kelly Clarkson also covered the full track during her, “Stronger,” tour in 2012, which you can view below!
Olivia Newton-John passed away Monday, August 8, her husband John Easterling announced via Facebook.
“Dame Olivia Newton-John (73) passed away peacefully at her Ranch in Southern California this morning, surrounded by family and friends,” his post reads. “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. Olivia is survived by her husband John Easterling; daughter Chloe Lattanzi; sister Sarah Newton-John; brother Toby Newton-John; nieces and nephews Tottie, Fiona and Brett Goldsmith; Emerson, Charlie, Zac, Jeremy, Randall, and Pierz Newton-John; Jude Newton-Stock, Layla Lee; Kira and Tasha Edelstein; and Brin and Valerie Hall.”
Olivia Newton-John was the hitmaker of the 1970s and 1980s, releasing several number-one hits and earning four Grammy Awards. She’s most recognizable for playing Sandy in Grease, but her impact transcends the film. She is an icon in every sense of the word and will be missed.
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