John Travolta’s Journey Through Fame and Family John Travolta skyrocketed to fame with Saturday Night Fever (1977) and Grease, cementing his status as a Hollywood icon. Born in 1954, he left high school to pursue acting, leading to a career filled with hits like Pulp Fiction (1994) and Get Shorty (1995), which won him a Golden Globe,
In 1991, he married actress Kelly Preston, and they had three children: Jett, Ella Bleu, and Benjamin. Tragedy struck in 2009 when Jett passed away due to autism-related seizures, and again in 2020 when Kelly lost her battle with breast cancer.Ella followed in her parents’ footsteps, pursuing acting with her father’s support. John and Ella share a close bond, often honoring Kelly’s memory together. Through loss and success, their family remains their greatest strength.