She found even more on-screen prominence in late '80s and '90s movies including Twins with Danny DeVito and Arnold Schwarzenegger, For the Love of the Game with Kevin Costner, Holy Man with Eddie Murphy and Jeff Goldblum and Jerry Maguire (pictured) with Tom Cruise. Kelly Preston's last Instagram post was a loving tribute to husband John Travolta Credit: Instagram. Thank you for your help and thank you for making this world a better place. But Williamson says that the actress kept that information private from her and the rest of the creative team. She penned: "Happy Fathers Day to the best one I know, we love you.". "Jerry Maguire" star Kelly Preston battled breast cancer for two years before passing away on Sunday, but it never stopped her from being a dedicated actress, loving mother, and wife to John Travolta during her brave final days. The 20-year-old concluded the heartbreaking post by writing, "Thank you for your love. ", Kris Jenner snubs Kim's daughter North, 9, in post about her grandkids, Exiled Duggar sister spotted at Jana's bash despite estrangement from parents, Savannah says goodbye to Today colleague in emotional live moment, GMA's TJ looks somber out shopping as disgraced host & Amy fight suspension, 2020 THE SUN, US, INC. ALL RIGHTS RESERVED | TERMS OF USE | PRIVACY | YOUR AD CHOICES | SITEMAP, John shared this photo of him and Kelly in February, as she battled breast cancer, Kelly kept on smiling despite battling the killer disease. And the family continued to share heart-warming pictures and videos, keeping their hidden pain and Kelly's illness private. Preston secretly fought her cancer while putting on a brave face to film "Off the Rails" in 2019, Fox News noted in a tribute to the late actress. The movie also starredTravolta as John Gotti in the leading role. Becoming a mom was a dream come true for Preston, who once toldHealththat she and Travolta both doted on their kids. Newsmax, Moneynews, Newsmax Health, and Independent. With a heavy heart, Travolta wrote on Instagram, She fought a courageous fight with the love and support of so many. [39], On January 23, 2009, three people were arrested in the Bahamas in connection with a multimillion-dollar extortion plot against Travolta and Preston concerning the circumstances of their son's death. Kelly Preston, who has died at the age of 57, wished husband John Travolta a Happy Father's Day in her final Instagram post. "Kellys love and life will always be remembered. Legal Statement. The young adult penned: "I have never met anyone as courageous, strong, beautiful and loving as you. Preston and Travolta added to their family once more in 2010 with the arrival of son Benjamin. [38] In September 2009, Travolta and Preston confirmed longstanding speculations when they testified that their son had autism and suffered regular seizures. Interestingly, Preston's character in the film is also an actress and at one point expresses frustration with the way her talent is frequently devalued on her current job on a male-dominated TV medical drama. At age 5, her family moved to Iraq and later to Australia, though she returned to Hawaii to graduate from Punahou High School. Yet while this "adored wife and mother" will always . "She was a bright, beautiful and loving soul who cared deeply about others and who brought life to everything she touched. Preston died on July 12, at the age of 57, after a two-year battle with breast cancer that she'd kept out of the public eye. The actress died at the age of 57 on Sunday. And keep it fun, it doesn't just happen on its own, you've got to work at it.". "Happy Birthday to our sweetest Jetty, we love you!!" Preston is survived by her husband, 66,daughter Ella, 20, and 9-year-old son Benjamin. As People reported, the actress whose roles ranged from Jerry Maguire to Mischief passed away on July 12,. published July 13, 2020. John typed: "It is with a very heavy heart that I inform you that my beautiful wife Kelly has lost her two-year battle with breast cancer. Kelly Kamalelehua Smith (October 13, 1962 - July 12, 2020), known professionally as Kelly Preston, was an American actress. ", "I am beyond proud of her and all of her accomplishments, but most of all I am proud and honored to have her as my daughter," Preston added. John Travolta revealed the sad loss of his wife, actor Kelly Preston, after her private battle with breast cancer. ", John and Kelly's daughter Ella wrote of her late mom on Instagram, "I have never met anyone as courageous, strong, beautiful and loving as you. Frankly what's so tragic about [her death] on a professional level is that she had so much to give. '", In short order, Jordan Waller was commissioned to write a screenplay based on Williamson's treatment, and that script quickly found its ways to Preston's hands thanks to Off the Rails producer, Bill Kenwright. And in April, he posted a cute video of him and Kelly with their children Ella Bleu and Benjamin, wishing fans a happy Easter. '", Following the news of Preston's passing, Ella took to Instagram to honor her late mother with some beautiful words. Husband John Travolta . You have made life so beautiful and I know you will continue to do so always. John and Kelly also had a son named Jett - who tragically died at the age of 16 in 2009. The first shows Preston and Travolta with their kids, Ella and Benjamin. Indeed, there's lots of love being shared for Preston from her family, friends, and fans combined. Loving husband John wrote in the comment section under the offering: "I love you all so much.". The What A Girl Wants and Jerry Maguire actress, 57, died on Sunday after a. "And I do feel that this film is a celebration of her, which is what she'd want. TheGreasestar wrote in part, "Kelly's love and life will always be remembered. Kelly Preston Dead at 57: John Travolta, Ella Travolta and More Pay Tribute. Kelly Preston's Last Instagram Post Will Break Your Heart - YouTube Fans were shocked when John Travolta took to Instagram to confirm that his wife, actress Kelly Preston, had died of. [24] She also had a relationship with George Clooney in the late 1980s. She was 57. Oh my gosh, and if you don't look good that day, you're like, 'Oh man, I'm gonna post some fruit. Her body was then transferred to a funeral home and she was later cremated at the Brooksville Crematory in Brooksville, Fla., the outlet reports. "Nobody knew," she says now. Thank you for your help and thank you for making this world a better place. are registered trademarks of Newsmax Media, Inc. Newsmax TV, and Newsmax World are trademarks of Newsmax Media, Inc. Kelly Preston and John Travolta on the red carpet in 2018 (Manny Carabel/Getty Images), John Travolta Admits He Was in Love With Olivia Newton-John, Newton-John and Travolta Consider 40-Year 'Grease' Reunion. and breaking entertainment news! After pocketing the idea for the film for several years, the director decided that the commercial success of female-centric movies like Mama Mia! My family and I will forever be grateful to her doctors and nurses at MD Anderson Cancer Center, all the medical centers that have helped, as well as her many friends and loved ones who have been by her side. Her final film role was in the comedy-drama Off the Rails, which was released in late July 2021 in the UK. "She was such a cool woman," the filmmaker tells Yahoo Entertainment. She studied acting at the University of Southern California and went on to star in hit films such as 1988's "Twins," 1996's "Jerry Maguire," and 1999's "For Love of the Game.". Or by navigating to the user icon in the top right. When Kelly Preston passed away from breast cancer in July 2020, she had completed one last film that was still awaiting release. Grieving husband John revealed on Sunday evening that his wife had passed away that morning. In a 2018 interview withGood Morning America, she shared their "secret" to a successful marriage, "I think it's communication. Keep it fun.. She appeared in more than 60 television and film productions, including Mischief (1985), Twins (1988), Jerry Maguire (1996), and For Love of the Game (1999). (Watch the trailer for the film above. You have made life so beautiful and I know you will continue to do so always. "I have a special place in my heart for those with autism and special needs. Receive breaking news and original analysis - sent right to your inbox. She was 57. And she was so beautiful! On New Year's Eve 1991, Travolta got down on one knee inside the Palace Hotel restaurant in Gstaad, Switzerland, and proposed with a six-carat yellow-and-white diamond ring. Sign up here for exclusive access to all your favorite celebrities ", Preston's life may have been cut tragically short, but it looks like she made the most of it and spent as much time with her kids as she could. Kelly Preston and John Travolta with their kids Benjamin and Ella. You've successfully subscribed to this newsletter! (Manny Carabel/Getty Images), Preston was born on Oct. 13, 1962, in Honolulu, Hawaii. [29] Preston and Travolta had three children: son Jett, daughter Ella Bleu,[30] and a second son, Benjamin. "Certainly having little Ben has been a beautiful kind of glue for us to rebond after tremendous loss," Travolta said in an interview with Good Morning America. Anyone who is lucky enough to have known you or to have ever been in your presence will agree that you have a glow and a light that never ceases to shine and that makes anyone around you feel instantly happy. [50], "Kelly Preston, actor and wife of John Travolta, dies of breast cancer at 57", "Hawaii-born Kelly Preston, actress and wife of John Travolta, dies at age 57", "John Travolta's wife Kelly Preston dies of breast cancer aged 57", "Travolta's Demolition Derby: Comic-book nuttiness lifts 'Battlefield Earth', "Kelly Preston List of Movies and TV Shows", "How Kelly Preston spent her final years while privately battling cancer: The actress dedicated a lot of time to her family", "Inside John Travolta & Kelly Preston's 28-Year Love Story", "Kelly Preston Charlie Sheen DID NOT Shoot Me! 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Preston not only gushed about Travolta on Instagram. She also starred in the movie Jack Frost (1998). He is heartbroken. She appeared in more than 60 television and film productions, including Mischief (1985), Twins (1988), Jerry Maguire (1996), and For Love of the Game (1999). Thank you for your love. ", In the interview with Health, Preston also revealed that becoming a mom was something that she had wanted ever since she was a little girl. ", "Kelly Preston and John Travolta Marriage Profile", "John Travolta Celebrates 'Most Beautiful' Daughter Ella on Her 21st Birthday: 'Your Dad Adores You! "I love you and congratulations.". We also may change the frequency you receive our emails from us in order to keep you up to date and give you the best relevant information possible. Kellys love and life will always be remembered. Off the Rails, which marks the final film . In 2009, the couple's son Jett died while on vacation in the Bahamas with the family. The announcement of her death was made by he. I love you so much mama.". "I heard Cate Blanchett at the Oscars saying that the industry needs to wake up to the fact that women-centered stories made money. The actor paid tribute to his wife's "courageous fight" as he revealed that she had battled the disease for two years, after they chose to keep her illness private. Last month, actress Kelly Preston died at 57 after losing her secret battle with breast cancer. The What A Girl Wants and Jerry Maguire actress, 57, died on Sunday after a secret two-year battle with breast cancer and leaves behind her actor husband John Travolta, 20-year-old daughter Ella and nine-year-old son Benjamin. Checking in with each other and evolving. "All Kendra is now is five looks delivered in reaction to a male doctor explaining something to her," Cassie complains to her friends at one point. Travolta posted on social media, "It is wi. While ill, Preston also starred alongside Travolta in the 2018 movie "Gotti," the premier of which turned out to be her last red carpet appearance. Jett, who had Kawasaki syndrome, passed away after suffering a seizure and hitting his head on a bathtub. Preston said that, as she grew older, she learned how to prioritize what's important. 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