After Kelly Preston’s tragic death, John Travolta devoted himself to raising their kids

Losing a spouse, especially at a relatively young age, is among life’s most challenging experiences.

John Travolta and his family have faced several difficult years. In 2020, Kelly Preston, his wife and mother of their children, passed away from breast cancer.

Since then, John has devoted himself to being the best father possible.

Travolta, acclaimed as one of the greatest actors of the century, found the love of his life along his journey and together they built a beautiful family.

In 1992, following a romantic proposal in Gstaad, Switzerland, the year prior, John Travolta married Kelly Preston in a discreet ceremony at the Hotel de Crillon in Paris.

Kelly, born on October 13, 1962, in Honolulu, Hawaii, shared John’s passion for the film industry. With a degree in acting from the University of Southern California, she embarked on her career in 1985, appearing in notable films such as Mischief, Twins, Jerry Maguire, and For Love of the Game.

Preston also had minor roles in television. Her final film role was in the 2018 film Gotti. In July 2020, Kelly succumbed to breast cancer at the age of 57.

“Kelly Preston, beloved wife and mother, passed away on the morning of July 12, 2020, after a two-year battle with breast cancer,” a family representative informed People at the time.

Kelly had chosen to keep her diagnosis private. Speaking on the British talk show Loose Women, her Off the Rails co-star Sally Phillips revealed they were unaware during filming.

“She fought bravely with the love and support of many,” Travolta wrote. “Kelly’s love and spirit will always be remembered.”

Travolta expressed gratitude to her medical team and supporters and announced his focus on his family, particularly his children, 22-year-old Ella and 11-year-old Ben. His first child with Kelly Preston, Jett, died at 16 from a seizure.

Travolta and Preston were married for 19 years and had three children. Understandably, less than a year after her passing, Travolta is not ready to move on.

Although friends have offered to set him up, Travolta remains uninterested. He is torn between opening his heart again and prioritizing fatherhood.

Reflecting on his grieving process, Travolta emphasized its individual nature. He experienced profound loss before when his son Jett passed away in 2009.

Today, three years after Kelly’s death, Travolta focuses on his family. He took a break from his career as promised and shared a memorable Super Bowl commercial with his daughter Ella.

Despite the heartache of losing her mother, Ella follows in her father’s footsteps in acting, with his full support.

Travolta cherishes his role as a father, frequently celebrating his children on social media. He aims to secure their future and acknowledges the support of those who have loved and helped him.

Recently, Travolta decided to sell their family vacation home in Maine but continues to enjoy life at his Florida estate, complete with aircraft runways reflecting his passion for flying.

As he navigates his grief and rebuilds his life, Travolta finds solace in family and cherished memories. Let’s share his story to show support for him and his family during this challenging time.