Olivia Newton-John’s Family Looking to Hold State Memorial in Australia

Federation Square is lit up pink as a tribute to Olivia Newton-John, in Melbourne, Tuesday, August 9, 2022. Olivia Newton-John, the singing superstar who won viewers' hearts as Sandy in the blockbuster musical Grease, has died aged 73 at her home in California. AAP Image/Diego Fedele

The niece of Olivia Newton-John has said her family has accepted the offer of a state funeral for the actress and singer in Australia.

Well-known Australian actress and singer Tottie Goldsmith, Newton-John’s niece, told the Nine network’s Today Show on Wednesday that the family would be meeting with the Victorian State Premier Daniel Andrews to discuss what form the service for the Hollywood star will take.