On what would have been his son Jett Travolta’s 33rd birthday, John Travolta took to social media to honor his late son with a heartfelt tribute. The veteran actor uploaded a never-before-seen childhood picture of himself with his fond arms wrapped around Jett as a child.
The touching post came with a message of love and was met with goodwill from friends and fans alike, who rallied behind him on that challenging day. The tribute not only reminded people of the actor’s enduring love for his son but also highlighted the deep pain of his loss.
John Travolta remembers his son on his birthday
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John’s Instagram post included a rare and intimate photo that captured a tender moment between father and son. Jett, who died in 2009 at age 16, is still an unforgettable figure to John, and his memory is a source of annual sentimental tributes.
He has previously discussed how devastating Jett’s passing was to him, referring to it as the worst thing that ever happened in his life. Jett’s passing away due to a seizure on a family vacation was a tragic page in the history of the Travolta family, which left an irreversible mark on their hearts.
Tributes for Jett Travolta
In addition to John’s eulogy, Jett’s sister Ella Bleu Travolta also paid her respects by posting a photo of their mom, Kelly Preston, and Jett as a little boy. The moving post was a beautiful reminder of how close Jett and his siblings were. Jett’s memory lives on through the Jett Travolta foundation to benefit special-needs children, created by family.
John unconditionally adores his late son, and despite the immense loss he has suffered, he keeps Jett’s memory alive in important ways. The remembrances the family arranges annually symbolize their commitment to celebrating Jett’s life and ensuring his legacy continues.