Category: John Travolta
John Travolta Thanks His Fans For Their Support
John Travolta has thanked fans for helping him cope with the death of his son.
The actor – whose eldest child Jett died after suffering a seizure on holiday in the Bahamas in January aged 16 – was astonished by the messages of support he, wife Kelly Preston and daughter Ella, nine, received from well-wishers after the tragedy.
"I just want to take one moment to thank each and every one of you throughout this country, throughout the world for all your support and all your love for our family. Thank you very much."
The ‘Pulp Fiction’ star is throwing himself into a new hobby to help cope with his grief – playing tennis late at night with his staff. He explained to Ellen DeGeneres:
"I play at midnight. Kind of vampire style. The house manager and the house maintenance person, they both live my hours, so ... at midnight we go to the local tennis court.”
It's like we can't get away from vampires these days - even in celebrity quotes. :)
In all seriousness, I am happy John has finally gotten to a place where he can start talking about this tragic loss. The process of healing is a long one. My thoughts are always with this family.
The Travoltas Walk The Red Carpet For 'Old Dogs' Premiere'
I'd imagine the red carpet is the last place either John Travolta or Kelly Preston really want to be, but look at how happy they look at their daughter Ella Bleu's big screen debut!
Robin Williams, who also stars in 'Old Dogs,' talked about working with the Travoltas.
"It was fun to watch them watch her because it was her first movie."
One of Robin's children, daughter Zelda, is also an up-and-coming actress, making him compassionate for the emotions John is likely feeling. He said, "I think John probably has the same feeling about watching Ella. She's got the chops."
Lori Loughlin also attended the premiere with her children.
"I think it's just exciting for John to be in a film and Kelly to be in a film with Ella and I know it was really exciting for Ella to make her film debut with both of her parents."
And 'Old Dogs' co-star Seth Green promised Entertainment Tonight that the movie is "genetically engineered to make you laugh."
Does this sound like a good family movie to go see?
Photos by Wenn.com
John Travolta And Kelly Preston Have Relied On Scientology To Cope With Son's Death
I still Cannot Even Imagine coping with the death of a child. John Travolta and Kelly Preston are breaking their silence as they promote their new film, 'Old Dogs,' which is also daughter Ella Bleu's big screen debut.
"We decided it was OK to come out and promote, to introduce her to the world and to give her a beautiful future in film," Travolta says during a round-table interview with the cast of the film.
"We've been working very hard every day as a family to heal."
John said this includes being around family, friends, and "almost daily religious counseling sessions."
"We have our own way of doing it, and it has been helping."
Both John and wife Kelly Preston said they appreciated all the support they've received.
Preston says the "outpouring of love from, really, worldwide has been extraordinary. It's been our friends, our family, our church. We partake in spiritual counseling pretty much daily.
"It's a tricky thing," she says. "Sometimes, something that's right for the moment is not right the next day. Being with people who are important to you, being with people that you love, I think that's what has primarily helped us the most. Sometimes, being alone, too."
Both John and Kelly declined to comment on the extortion case, which ended in a mistrial last month and will have to be retried.
'Old Dogs,' which also stars Robin Williams, is scheduled for release November 25.
Photos by INF and Wenn.com
John Travolta And Kelly Preston Attend Scientology Event
John Travolta and Kelly Preston were the surprise guests at a Scientology event in England. The Hollywood couple – who are still mourning the death of their 16-year-old son Jett, who tragically died in January – made a rare public appearance at the 25th anniversary of the International Association of Scientologists at Saint Hill Manor in East Grinstead, West Sussex, last weekend.
John and Kelly were joined at the event by fellow followers Tom Cruise and Katie Holmes and their three-year-old daughter Suri.
While John and Kelly remained quiet throughout the event, Tom – who is one of the sci-fi cult’s most famous supporters – was very involved, especially when a choir took to the stage. An onlooker told Us Weekly magazine:
"Tom was swaying and looked like he was in heaven. He was really, really into it. Katie was next to him doing her best to look as enthusiastic. She was clapping along with the song, but was totally out of sync. Suri was standing by, looking a little bemused in a cute little party dress.
"John and Kelly were holding hands throughout the performance. They look like a very united couple."
Tom also gave a speech to the 4,000 guests, praising them for being part of the controversial religion. He told the crowd:
"Because we never took our eyes off the ultimate prize, we stand where we are today. We are in this together!"
I am happy to hear that Jonh and Kelly are beginning to attend events again, but I am certain their minds were elsewhere. You have to start somewhere. My thoughts will always be with them.
Photos by WENN.com
The Travoltas Announce The Jett Travolta Foundation
John Travolta and Kelly Preston reportedly announced via their website (note: I was unable to get the Travolta website to open) that they have established a foundation in honor of their late son, Jett, named The Jett Travolta Foundation.
'The Foundation shall endeavor to use its resources specifically
to assist and provide relief to children with vision, hearing,
mobility, communication, behavior learning impairments or other special
medical, environmental, health or educational needs,' reads an
announcement on the family website.The endeavor will also provide grants to 'educate the public
about the need for a clean environment, provide relief and assistance
to children who are victims of natural or man-made disasters, and to
fund children's educational programs.'
Would-be donors are instructed to send a check or money order to the Jett Foundation's headquarters in Encino, Calif."
What a wonderful way to honor Jett's memory!
Photos by WENN.com
John Travolta And Kelly Preston Release Statement
We would like to extend our deepest and most heartfelt thanks to everyone who has sent their love and condolences.
Jett was the most wonderful son that two parents could ever ask for and lit up the lives of everyone he encountered. We are heartbroken that our time with him was so brief. We will cherish the time we had with him for the rest of our lives.
We have received many messages of condolence from around the world and we want to thank everyone for their prayers and support. It has meant so much to us. It is a beautiful reminder of the inherent goodness in the human spirit that gives us hope for a brighter future."
With love,
John, Kelly and Ella
John Travolta Will Never Be The Same
I mean... OF COURSE he will never be the same. I don't even want to THINK about losing a child. I actually can't let myself. Too terrible fathom.
John Travolta's lawyer has made an official statement about death of his son, Jett. In it, he admits John will never be the same.
"John did everything in his power to revive [his son.] John and Jett
had a very strong relationship. Words cannot explain how close they
were. This will take a lot of time. His life will never be the same
again."
People Magazine also interviewed a family friend who gave more details about Jett's last moments and how desperate John was to hold on. I cried just imaging his pain. The friend says workers litereally had to remove John from Jett's body because he wouldn't stop trying to revive him.
"He never dreamed of this – their relationship was so close,” says
family attorney Mike Ossi, who is in the Bahamas with the actor. "He
always said 'I'm happy as long as my kids are happy.' He is heartbroken
… To bury your son is the worst thing you can ever do."According to Ossi, 16-year-old Jett was discovered by a nanny
on Friday morning around 10 a.m. After the nanny called 911, John
Travolta tried in vain to resuscitate his son."He
didn't want anything to happen to that boy, and he kept on trying to
revive him," said Ossi. "He did mouth-to-mouth until they had to
physically remove John to take Jett to the hospital."
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