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OLIVIA Newton-John’s iconic black leather jacket from the musical Grease has sold at auction for a jaw-dropping price.

The piece of Hollywood history was snapped up by a lucky buyer in Los Angeles for a whopping $476,250 (£377,147).

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Olivia Newton John wearing the famous leather jacket while shooting Grease[/caption]

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Olivia played Sandy in the film alongside John Travolta’s Danny[/caption]

The sleek biker jacket was a staple outfit for Olivia’s beloved character in the legendary blockbuster that also starred John Travolta. 

The jacket was among dozens of famous movie memorabilia up for grabs at the auction called Property From the Estate of Olivia Newton-John.

Many of the items were props or outfits owned by the late singer who died in 2022.

Some of the other bits available included her 2002 ARIA Hall of Fame Award, which sold for over £10,000, her 2014 passport and a copy of a handwritten speech.

This isn’t the first time the jacket has been sold as back in 2019 it was purchased through another auction for a huge £295,000.

The generous buyer returned the jacket to Olivia in the years before her death and it has remained in her possession ever since.

The four-time Grammy Award-winner died at her Ranch in Southern California due to breast cancer surrounded by loved ones two years ago.

The star, aged 73 at the time of her death, is survived by her husband and daughter, Chloe Rose Lattanzi, alongside other family members.

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Olivia and John at a special Grease sing-a-long in 2019[/caption]

LEI PEIFAN stunned Mark Allen with a comeback victory to reach today’s final of the Scottish Open.

Lei fought back from 5-2 down against World No5 Allen to win 6-5 and set up an all-Chinese final in Edinburgh.

Wu Yize awaits today after beating Xiao Guodong in their semi-final yesterday.

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A BARGAIN-hunter mum has revealed an incredible B&M three for £20 deal on kids’ toys – bagging nine presents for less than £7 each.

The bumper deal was already a great two presents for £20 but it has recently been boosted up to include another toy completely for free.

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Bargain-hunter mum Jade has revealed a B&M three for £20 deal on kids’ toys[/caption]

Each toy’s individual value is £15 so you’re actually getting a whopping £45 worth of goods for better than half price.

Posting in Facebook group B&M Bargains, mum Jade said: “Three for £20 is on in Nottingham still. £60 for nine items.

“I could have gotten more but I had a pushchair with a baby in it and a toddler running around excited.

“I had to leave, stuff fell off the pushchair. Happy shopping, merry Christmas.”

And with more than 270 different toys a part of the offer you’re sure to find the perfect trio to keep the kids entertained after they’ve unwrapped their presents.

From soft toys and puzzles to building blocks and remote control gadgets there’s certainly a lot to chose from including big brands like Barbie, Peppa Pig, Marvel and Paw Patrol.

B&M says: “It’s time to treat the little ones (and maybe the not-so-little ones) to a toy extravaganza they’ll never forget.

“With our amazingly wide range of product offerings in this limited-time event, you can mix and match a collection of popular toys that are guaranteed to bring about smiles and giggles during playtime.”

But shoppers beware as the mega festive deal will end on Christmas Eve.

The goods can be found either online on the official B&M website or in one of their many toy stores across the UK.

One shopper called the B&M bargain a “fantastic offer”, before going on to say: “Got a load yesterday, thanks!!”

As another commented: “We went yesterday and saved 85 quid.”

Everyone’s looking to save money going into 2024 and bargain hunters have found a great way of keeping some cash in your hands at the end of the year.

Many have been left shocked by an incredibly cheap blanket that costs less than a loaf of bread.

The B&M Deluxe Plush silver rug is selling for only £1.50 at the retail giant, leaving bargain buyers in one Facebook group shocked.

Rugs and blankets can slash your power bill this winter as they can cut down on your heating bill.

Chocolate lovers have been rushing to B&M in the past few days as shoppers try to get their hands on a giant tin of Quality Street chocolates slashed in price.

One savvy shopper spotted the bargain chocolates online while searching for more chocolates to add to their cart.

They are currently selling 813g tins for just £5 instead of £8 – giving you a massive saving of 37%.

Plus, instead of the normal plastic tin these choccies come in a fancy metal one you can keep for years to come.

This all comes after the huge branch announced they’re set to open six new locations within weeks including in former Wilko stores.

The retailer has told The Sun it plans on opening the branches across the UK in early 2024.