Date of Birth: February 18, 1954
Zodiac Sign: Aquarius
Biography
John Joseph Travolta is an American actor, producer, dancer, and singer. He was born in Englewood, New Jersey, and rose to fame during the 1970s, starring in the television series “Welcome Back, Kotter” and hitting the big screen with box office successes such as “Saturday Night Fever” and “Grease.” These roles catapulted him to international stardom and earned him critical acclaim, including an Academy Award nomination for Best Actor. In the 1990s, Travolta experienced a resurgence in his career with his role in “Pulp Fiction,” directed by Quentin Tarantino, which earned him his second Academy Award nomination. Over the years, he has showcased his versatility across various genres, including dramas, comedies, and action films. Travolta is also a licensed pilot and has a deep passion for aviation.
5 Interesting Facts about John Travolta
1. John Travolta is a licensed pilot and owns multiple aircraft, including a Boeing 707.
2. He turned down the lead role in “American Gigolo,” which eventually went to Richard Gere.
3. Travolta’s iconic dance scene in “Pulp Fiction” was inspired by his previous work in “Saturday Night Fever” and “Grease.”
4. He is a practicing Scientologist and has credited the religion with helping him through personal crises.
5. Travolta was married to actress Kelly Preston, who passed away in 2020.
5 Most Interesting Quotes from John Travolta
1. “Dancing’s part of my soul. I enjoy it, it makes people happy, and it makes me happy.”
2. “The secret to a good relationship is communication. It’s all about being open and honest.”
3. “I have to believe there’s some other life force out there. I don’t know in what form it might be, but I do believe it’s there.”
4. “I don’t believe in regrets; I believe your future is in your tomorrows.”
5. “I’ve always been able to transform happiness and pain and sorrow and tears into positive energy.”
Highest Net Worth Achieved
At the peak of his career, John Travolta’s net worth was estimated to be around $250 million.
Children
John Travolta has three children with his late wife Kelly Preston: Jett (1992–2009), Ella Bleu (born 2000), and Benjamin (born 2010).
Relevant Links
1. [John Travolta IMDb](https://www.imdb.com/name/nm0000237/
2. [John Travolta Biography on Biography.com](https://www.biography.com/actor/john-travolta
4. [John Travolta’s Official Instagram](https://www.instagram.com/johntravolta/
5. [John Travolta on Wikipedia](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/John_Travolta
