Newton-John 'in shock' over man's death

Olivia Newton-John has released a statement saying she and her husband are in shock over the death of a man at their Florida home.

Australian singer Olivia Newton-John

Olivia Newton-John says she is in shock after learning of the death of a man at her home in Florida. (AAP)

Olivia Newton-John says she is in shock after learning of the death of a man at her home in Florida.

The body of the unidentified man was discovered at the residence the Australian singer shares with her husband John Easterling.

It is believed the 42-year-old shot himself on Monday, and the couple has released a statement to Entertainment Tonight expressing their disbelief.

"Olivia and her husband John are in shock over the tragic event that occurred at their Florida home yesterday. At this time we are awaiting additional information from investigators but can confirm that the couple was not in Florida at the time and, the deceased was not a family member," the message stated.

According to local news reports, the man was a contractor working on the Grease star's house.

Police have opened an investigation into the death.


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