The life of performer Olivia Newton-John was celebrated at a state memorial service in Melbourne on Sunday.

Peter Ford was there and gave Ross and Russel a wrap of how it went on 3AW.

He also addressed a story that unexpectedly “took off” about a noticeable absentee from the tribute list.

Press PLAY below to hear Peter Ford explain

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