John Travolta, a prominent American actor and singer, embarked on his illustrious career with notable roles in Broadway productions such as Grease and Over Here! However, it was his breakout performances in the hit TV series Welcome Back Kotter and the TV movie The Boy in the Plastic Bubble that propelled him into the limelight.

International acclaim followed with iconic films like Saturday Night Fever and Grease. Despite the highs, Travolta faced personal tragedies, losing his eldest child in 2009 and his wife in 2020. Presently, he directs his focus on raising his children.

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Father	Salvatore Travolta
Mother	Helen Cecilia
Brothers	Joey, Sam Travolta
Sisters	Margaret, Ellen, Ann Travolta
Boyfriends / Girlfriends	Paul Barresi (1983 – 1985) Doug Gotterba (1982 – 1988) Brooke Shields(1981) Catherine Deneuve(1980) Marilu Henner(1978 – 1989) Diana Hyland (1976 – 1977) Anita Gillette (1976)
Marital Status	Married
Partner	Kelly Preston (m. 1991)
Sons	Benjamin Travolta, Jett Travolta
Daughters	Ella Bleu Travolta

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• Born on February 18, 1954, in Englewood, New Jersey, to Salvatore and Helen Cecilia, Travolta’s early life was influenced by his father’s semi-professional football background and his mother’s pursuits in acting and singing.

• Leaving Dwight Morrow High School at 17, Travolta ventured to New York City, securing roles in the touring company of Grease and the Broadway hit Over Here before relocating to Los Angeles.

• His television debut in Emergency! (1972) was followed by a significant movie role as a bully in the horror film Carrie (1976).

• Fame found Travolta with the TV sitcom Welcome Back, Kotter (1975-1979) and the TV movie The Boy in the Plastic Bubble (1976), inspired by real-life cases of individuals with compromised immune systems.

• The 1980 film Urban Cowboy, depicting a love-hate relationship, showcased the popularity of country music during that era.

• Travolta’s career faced challenges with critical failures like Perfect and Two of a Kind, during which he declined roles in subsequently successful movies.

• Look Who’s Talking (1989) marked a triumphant return, grossing $297 million and spawning two sequels in the following years.

• The 1995 crime-comedy Get Shorty, based on Elmore Leonard’s novel, earned critical acclaim and showcased Travolta’s versatility.

• Face/Off (1997), an action thriller directed by John Woo, was a critical and financial success, featuring Travolta alongside Nicolas Cage.

• Primary Colors (1998) saw Travolta portraying Governor Jack Stanton in a drama based on Bill Clinton’s presidential campaign.

• The General’s Daughter (1999) delved into a murder mystery, based on Nelson DeMille’s novel, with Travolta in a prominent role.

• Hairspray (2007) witnessed Travolta’s return to musicals, where he transformed convincingly into Edna Turnblad using wigs, makeup, costumes, and a fat suit.

• Saturday Night Fever (1977) and Grease (1978) stand as iconic dance and musical films, contributing significantly to the popularization of disco music.

• Pulp Fiction (1994), directed by Quentin Tarantino, revived Travolta’s career, earning him Oscar nominations in 1978 and 1995.

• Accolades include a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame (1985), six Golden Globe nominations, and a win in 1996 for Get Shorty.

• Travolta’s religious journey led him to Scientology in 1975, embracing its teachings about the immortal nature of individuals.

• Married to actress Kelly Preston in 1991, Travolta faced the tragic loss of his eldest son Jett in 2009 and his wife to breast cancer in 2020.

• A certified private pilot, Travolta owns 11 aircraft, including a Boeing 707–138 airliner named Jett Clipper Ella in honor of his children.

• Nicknamed “Bone” during his childhood, Travolta’s family name holds the meaning “high voltage” in Italian, reflecting his electrifying presence in the entertainment industry.

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