Australian singer Olivia Newton-John dies

Olivia Newton John
Olivia Newton John, 73, has died in the US, peacefully and surrounded by her family. -AP

British-Born Australian singer and actress Olivia Newton-John has died at the age of 73, according to a post on her Instagram account.

"Dame Olivia Newton-John (73) passed away peacefully at her Ranch in Southern California this morning, surrounded by family and friends," the social media post said.