Olivia Newton-John supported Melissa Etheridge during her battle with cancer

olivia newton john Hopelessly devoted to helping others, especially her friends.

Melissa Etheridge helped pay tribute to the late star at the 2022 American Music Awards on Nov. 20. pinkAn emotional performance of “Desperately Dedicated To You” from greasethe singer-songwriter recalled how Olivia supported her through one of the most difficult times in her life.

“She called me 18 years ago when I was diagnosed with breast cancer,” Melissa said. yes!news‘ Francesca Amicar On the AMA red carpet. “She called me right away and reached out to her. Her sister. She was very thoughtful and kind.”

Olivia passed away on August 8 after a decades-long battle with breast cancer. But according to Melissa, the “physical” singer never let her illness down “I’m so sad to lose her,” she added. “But she lived moment by moment. Moment by moment.”

The Grammy and Oscar-winning actress recently wrapped up her solo Off-Broadway show My Window – Journey of Life The experience she shared last month yes!news It was very different from my performance at the award show.