Next to the caption she added two snaps - one showed her posing with John, Ella and Benjamin and the other was of John and late Jett. ", Production on Off the Rails began on location in England in early 2019, by which time Preston had received her breast cancer diagnosis. "On the morning of July 12, 2020, Kelly Preston, adored wife and mother, passed away following a two-year battle with breast cancer," representative told PEOPLE. Mutual Fund and ETF data provided by Refinitiv Lipper. Her husband, John Travolta, confirmed her passing on Instagram. "As far as I'm aware, she didn't want to bring that to the film. In February, John shared a snap of him and his wife grinning on board a jet, captioning the post: "one of our favorite past times flying.". 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. The Jerry Maguire star was seen hugging her husband John and their two kids, Ella, 20, and . He shared a photo of Kelly and told his fans: 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. Preston, who starred in movies such as "Jerry Maguire" and "Twins," died in July at the. Keep it fun.. They said, "On the morning of July 12, 2020, Kelly Preston, adored wife and mother, passed away following a two-year battle with breast cancer. published July 13, 2020. Kelly Preston's Last Instagram Post Will Break Your Heart. Love to all of you with autism and special needs around the world.". Fans quickly expressed their love and support on social media. His memory lived on in her heart and in April she paid tribute to him in a birthday message. Ahead of the movie's U.K. release this past summer, Travolta shared the Off the Rails trailer on his own Instagram feed, writing: "Off the Rails is Kelly's last film she was very proud of it and of all of the wonderful talent that she got to work with in it.". Kelly wanted to get on with it really, and I think that her professionalism was astounding. ", Travolta added, "I will be taking some time to be there for my children who have lost their mother, so forgive me in advance if you don't hear from us for a while. Likewise, Travolta toldCloser Weekly in 2017, "We really care deeply about each other and we protect each other and we keep [our relationship] up to date." "Still in absolute awe of my stunning daughter @ella.travolta I just re-watched all of her interviews from this past week doing press for #thepoisonrose and she has jumped into 'the family business' as an absolute natural," she wrote in a heartfelt Instagram post. 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. She played the girlfriend of her husband John Travolta's character Terl in the film Battlefield Earth,[16] for which she received "Worst Supporting Actress" at the 21st Golden Raspberry Awards. He really is a great man.". Quotes displayed in real-time or delayed by at least 15 minutes. Vianney Le Caer/Invision/AP/REX/Shutterstock. All my love, JT.". In a holiday gift for. A representative of the family told PEOPLE . Thank you for your love. Kelly Kamalelehua Smith[1][2] (the middle name "Kamalelehua" means "garden of lehuas" in Hawaiian)[3][4] was born in Honolulu, Hawaii. "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. and Blue Jasmine meant that the time was right for her own story to reach the screen. [38] In September 2009, Travolta and Preston confirmed longstanding speculations when they testified that their son had autism and suffered regular seizures. Off the Rails premiered July 23 in the U.K. and Ireland. Travolta and Preston met while filming 1989s The Experts. They married in 1991 at a midnight ceremony in Paris and had been together ever since. 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. Indeed, there's lots of love being shared for Preston from her family, friends, and fans combined. [42], On July 12, 2020, Preston died at the age of 57 at her home in Clearwater, Florida,[43] two years after she had been diagnosed with breast cancer. [33][34] In 2003, Preston appeared on The Montel Williams Show to promote L. Ron Hubbard's Purification Rundown, which she credited with helping her son. With the sad news that Kelly Preston has passed away at the age of 57, Arnold Schwarzenegger, Rita Wilson, and many more celebrities have posted tributes on their social . ", "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. Diane J. Cho was the Features Editor of PEOPLE Digital from 2019 to 2022. Kelly Preston died on July 12, 2020, at her home in Florida after two years of valiantly battling breast cancer. The young adult penned: "I have never met anyone as courageous, strong, beautiful and loving as you. "Happy Birthday to our sweetest Jetty, we love you!!" 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. ", 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. Preston was married to actor Kevin Gage from 1985 until their divorce in 1987. Off the Rails: Directed by Jules Williamson. When she was not on set filming, Preston was championing her family. Her family asks for your understanding of their need for privacy at this time. "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. Her father, who worked for an agricultural firm, drowned when she was three years old. bio, Preston was discovered by an agent at age 16 in Australia, and eventually joined the cast of 1986's SpaceCamp, where she met first husband Kevin Gage. Fans are mourning the death of Kelly Preston. Kelly spent her final days at her family's home in Clearwater, Florida. "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. "Love your kids like it could be the last moment. This transpired during their testimony at the trial resulting from an extortion attempt related to their son's death. Quotes displayed in real-time or delayed by at least 15 minutes. [36][37] His death was attributed to a seizure. You have made life so beautiful and I know you will continue to do so always. Preston, who starred in movies such as "Jerry Maguire" and "Twins," died in July at the age of 57 after battling breast cancer for two years. Her final film role was in the comedy-drama Off the Rails, which was released in late July 2021 in the UK. Husband John Travolta . On Father's Day 2020, just three weeks prior to her death, Kelly Preston shared a short-but-sweet message to her husband, John Travolta. During production, Preston shared pictures from the film on Instagram, including the day that Dame Judi Dench who has a small role in the film was on set. [13] At that time she changed her last name to Preston.[14]. Newsmax, Moneynews, Newsmax Health, and Independent. According to her death certificate, obtained by Us Weekly, Preston died at her home in Clearwater, Florida. Preston and her daughter, who is also an actress, were quite close. 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. She was 57. She fought a courageous fight with the love and support of so many. It was the last project Preston shot before her death. I love you so much mama." As always you can unsubscribe at any time. ", Preston's daughter, Ella, posted a heartfelt tribute to her mom on Instagram after the news of her passing broke. Kelly also shared candid family snapshots, paying tribute to John on Father's Day last month with a pic of the family, calling her husband: "The best one I know," and adding "we love you.". A representative for Preston's family told People, "Choosing to keep. "I have a special place in my heart for those with autism and special needs. She & John Travolta had one of the most enduring (29 year) Hollywood marriages & were two of . "She fought a courageous fight with the love and support of so many.". As soon as she came on set, everybody, you could feel everyone's energy lift. When Kelly Preston passed away from breast cancer in July 2020, she had completed one last film that was still awaiting release. ", As a small production, Off the Rails had a demanding shooting schedule that saw the cast and crew visiting 38 locations in only 26 days. "I will be taking some time to be there for my children who have lost their mother, so forgive me in advance if you don't hear from us for a while. "She fought a courageous fight with the love and support of so many. While Preston deemed Instagram "really fun," she added, "It's a job, though. But Kelly was nothing but positive about it as a whole. "She was a bright, beautiful and loving soul who cared deeply about others and who brought life to everything she touched. Preston had been battling breast. Kelly Preston's Heartbreaking Last Photo On Instagram. Her body was transferred from there to a nearby funeral home. [44][45][46][47] Her diagnosis was not widely publicized. [32], Preston's son Jett Travolta was described as suffering from Kawasaki disease as an infant and had a history of seizures. "She talked about them a lot, and obviously missed them," Williamson says. The announcement of her death was made by he. Published on July 13, 2020 01:34 AM. Sign up here for exclusive access to all your favorite celebrities In 2008, she was cast in a television pilot called Suburban Shootout,[19] and had a short term recurring role in Medium. [8] She also had a younger half-brother, Chris Palzis. Last year, Preston gushed about her daughter as she made a number of media appearances to promote The Poison Rose, which she starred in alongside her dad. I love you so much mama. I was doing commercials for thousands of dollars, but I'd still babysit for $3 an hour just because I loved it. Off the Rails is currently in theaters and on most VOD services. [12], While living in Australia, she was discovered at age 16 by a fashion photographer who helped her get work in commercials and other small parts. "She was a bright, beautiful and loving soul who cared deeply about others and who brought life to everything she touched. Thank you for your love. American. John Travolta Celebrates Son Ben's 12th Birthday: 'We Love You So Much', John Travolta Calls Daughter Ella, 22, 'Something of Beauty' in Sweet Instagram Tribute, John Travolta Remembers Late Wife Kelly Preston on Her Birthday: 'Miss You', Ella Travolta Shares Heart-Wrenching Video on Late Mom Kelly Preston's Birthday: 'We Love You', John Travolta Celebrates Daughter Ella's NYFW Debut in Karl Lagerfeld Show: 'So Proud', John Travolta Honors Late Wife Kelly Preston with Sweet Mother's Day Video: 'From Me to You', Inside Olivia Newton-John and John Travolta's 'Wonderful' Friendship After 'Grease': We 'Share a Bond', How Kelly Preston and John Travolta Healed After Son Jett Died at 16: 'You Are in Our Hearts', Olivia Newton-John and John Easterling's Relationship: A Look Back, John Travolta's Daughter Ella Shares Moving Song with Fans as 'Thrilled' Dad Calls It 'Amazing', John Travolta Shows Family Thanksgiving Dinner While Thanking Fans for 'Everything You Do for Me', John Travolta Pays Tribute to Late Son Jett on His Birthday: 'I Think About You Every Day', Olivia Newton-John Honored: 135 AMC Theaters Showing 'Grease' in Aid of Breast Cancer Research, John Travolta's Daughter Ella Celebrates Her 'Role Model' Father on His 68th Birthday, John Travolta Wishes His 'Beautiful' Son Ben a Happy 11th Birthday: 'Your Dad Adores You', John Travolta Shares Sweet Video of Son's Dog Waking Him Up. Her other roles included SpaceCamp (1986), Twins[15] (1988) with Arnold Schwarzenegger and Danny DeVito, Avery Bishop in Jerry Maguire (1996) with Tom Cruise, Jane Aubrey in For Love of the Game with Kevin Costner and Kate Newell, and in Holy Man (1998) with Eddie Murphy and Jeff Goldblum. ", She added, "Johnny and I really give our kids the space to discover who they areto make their own choices and to experience the joys of life. ", John added, "Kelly's love and life will always be remembered. Kellys love and life will always be remembered. The "Jerry Maguire" actress would have been 59 years old on Wednesday. She penned: "Happy Fathers Day to the best one I know, we love you.". [18], In 2004, she was in the Maroon 5 music video "She Will Be Loved", which featured a love triangle and romantic scenes between her and Maroon 5 front man Adam Levine. 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. 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. The second ceremony took place on September 12 in Daytona Beach, Florida. "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 wrote onInstagram. Three weeks later, Preston died on July 12, 2020, following a private, two-year battle with breast cancer. Receive breaking news and original analysis - sent right to your inbox. Frankly what's so tragic about [her death] on a professional level is that she had so much to give. "Happy Father's Day to the best one I know, we love you," she wrote in the June post that included a family photo. Powered and implemented by FactSet Digital Solutions. [24][8] She was briefly engaged to Charlie Sheen in 1990,[8][25] but ended the relationship shortly after he allegedly shot her in the arm. Her first prominent film roles came in 1985first as Marilyn McCauley in the romantic teen flick comedy Mischief; then as the beautiful but shallow Deborah Ann Fimple in another teen romantic comedy, Secret Admirer. [40] One of the men, Obie Wilchcombe, a member of the Bahamian Parliament and former Bahamian Minister of Tourism, was described as a "close friend" of Travolta and Preston. "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.". Three fifty-something women set out to repeat the European inter-railing adventures of their youth, after their close friend passes away leaving them rail tickets, and a final request: to take her teenage daughter with them. You have made life so beautiful and I know you will continue to do so always. Preston died Sunday morning at 57 after a secret two-year battle with breast cancer . Get a daily dose of showbiz gossip direct to your inbox. ", KELLY PRESTON'S DEATH IS LATEST HEARTBREAK FOR JOHN TRAVOLTA, FAMILY, Kelly Preston and John Travolta attend the New York Premiere of "Gotti" at SVA Theater on June 14, 2018 in New York City. ", 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. [21][22], Her final red carpet appearance came at the New York City premiere of her husband's motion picture Gotti in 2018.[23]. Preston was two months pregnant with the couple's son Jett when they got married on Sept. 5, 1991, by a Scientology minister. "Thank you for your love. "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," he wrote. [25][26] In a 2011 interview with TMZ, Preston said that Sheen did not shoot her. And she was so beautiful! But please know that I will feel your outpouring of love in the weeks and months ahead as we heal. "Happy. From What A Girl Wants to The Last Song, actress Kelly Preston became one of the silver screen's most devoted on-screen parents in recent years. At age 5, her family moved to Iraq and later to Australia, though she returned to Hawaii to graduate from Punahou High School. Oh my gosh, and if you don't look good that day, you're like, 'Oh man, I'm gonna post some fruit. Bridgewater was charged with abetment to extort and conspiracy to extort and resigned from the Senate as a result of the allegations. One picture posted on 22 June shows the couple posing with their kids . 2023 FOX News Network, LLC. She was 57. The actress, a mother of three and wife of John Travolta, died on July 12, 2020, after a two-year battle with breast cancer By Kate Hogan and Diane J. Cho Updated on October 13, 2022 10:25 AM Share. Preston passed away in July of 2020. (Manny Carabel/Getty Images), Preston was born on Oct. 13, 1962, in Honolulu, Hawaii. The world is reeling at the news that actress Kelly Preston has passed away at the age of 57 after years of battling breast cancer in secret. Becoming a mom was a dream come true for Preston, who once toldHealththat she and Travolta both doted on their kids. Kelly Preston was born in Honolulu on Oct. 13, 1962. 2023 Telepictures Productions Inc. I love you so much mama.. Checking in with each other and evolving. He reportedly suffered a seizure and hit his head on the bathtub while the family was vacationing. ", 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. "Who wouldn't want to be friends with Debbie Harry?!". Kelly and John's daughter Ella also took to the social media platform to speak on her mother. See how stars are getting in the holiday spirit! ", In one of her last interviews with "Extra," Kelly revealed the secret to their marital success, sharing, I think just communicate. Fox News Flash top entertainment and celebrity headlines are here. Kelly Preston made sure her husband and children knew how much she adored them with her final social media post. By Zoe Papadakis | Thank you for your love. Preston met John Travolta at a screen test for their 1989 comedy, The Experts, while Preston was still married to Gage. I love you so much mama.". "She was thrilled to bits about that," Williamson confirms. Sharing a smiling selfie of her and John, 66, with their kids Ella, 20, and Ben, nine, Kelly wrote: "Happy Father's Day to the best one I know, we love you ." fans stunned by 'Bennifer' clue in episode filmed weeks before J. In 2009, the couple's son Jett died while on vacation in the Bahamas with the family. ), Based on Williamson's own life, Off the Rails follows a trio of middle-aged women Cassie (Preston), Kate (Jenny Seagrove) and Liz (Sally Phillips) as they embark on a railway trip across Europe in honor of their recently deceased best friend, whose 18-year-old daughter (Elizabeth Dormer-Phillips) has taken her mother's place. Legal Statement. AsPeople reported, the actress whose roles ranged fromJerry MaguiretoMischief passed away on July 12, 2020 after battling breast cancer for two years. "I have never met anyone as courageous, strong, beautiful and loving as you," she wrote. But please know that I will feel your outpouring of love in the weeks and months ahead as we heal. ", "She once very sweetly said that I was a bit like [Jerry Maguire director] Cameron Crowe, because I love music and I've got a big heart," Williamson adds. Kelly Preston made sure her husband and children knew how much she adored them with her final social media post. "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. 4: "White Secret", "Maroon 5 She Will Be Loved (Official Music Video)", "2019 Razzie Awards nominations: Full list of Razzie nominees in all 9 categories 'honoring' the worst movies of the year", https://en.wikipedia.org/w/index.php?title=Kelly_Preston&oldid=1131627420, Episode: "Things That Go Creep in the Night", Episodes: "Joey and the Dream Girl: Parts 1 & 2", This page was last edited on 5 January 2023, at 01:16. Travolta posted on social media, "It is wi. The stars hit the red carpet for the 2022 MTV VMAs! Terms of Use | Her husband of nearly 30 years, John Travolta, confirmed the news on Instagram. (Arthur Mola/Invision/AP, File), "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," Travolta wrote on Instagram one day after her passing. Fans were shocked when John Travolta took to Instagram to confirm that his wife, actress Kelly Preston, had died of breast cancer at age 57. She stood by her 20-year-old daughter, Ella, who was an aspiring actress, and in 2019 she gushed when she landed a role alongside Travolta in "The Poison Rose.". Jett died at age 16 back in 2009, according to Us Weekly. "You have made life so beautiful and I know you will continue to do so always. (Watch the trailer for the film above. 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. "We were together for a year, and he wasn't drinking, and he wasn't doing drugs," Preston told PEOPLE in 2011. Yet while this "adored wife and mother" will always . She hadn't been seen in the public eye for more than two years, as she battled breast cancer in secret. [31] Preston remained a Scientologist until her death. And the family continued to share heart-warming pictures and videos, keeping their hidden pain and Kelly's illness private. John Travolta paid tribute to his late wife Kelly Preston on her birthday. [8], As a child, she lived in Iraq,[9] and also Australia,[10] where she attended Pembroke School, Adelaide. All rights reserved. Get the best of Fox News' entertainment coverage, right in your inbox. [19], She starred in the Lifetime television film The Tenth Circle (2008), directed by Peter Markle. 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. Thank you for being there for me no matter what. "Happy Father's Day to the best one I know, we love you ," she wrote. ', "John Travolta and Kelly Preston Welcome Son Benjamin", "Turning To Faith During Cancer Treatment How Do Scientologists Like Kelly Preston And John Travolta Handle Cancer Treatment? 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.". 5 min read When Kelly Preston passed away from breast cancer in July 2020, she had completed one last film that was still awaiting release. She then attended Punahou School in Honolulu, graduating in 1980,[11] and studied drama and theater at the University of Southern California. Asked whether that scene was derived from the actress's real life experience in Hollywood, Williamson says that Preston was largely upbeat about the arc of her career from a young ingenue in 1980s films like Secret Admirer and Twins to more mature roles in Jerry Maguire and For Love of the Game. Sharing on his devastation at losing his love and mother of his children, the Pulp Fiction cast member uploaded a stunning snap of his late wife and penned a lengthy caption where he praised friends, family and medical professionals for their support and added that he would be taking some time out to "heal" following the tragic loss. Thank you for your help and thank you for making this world a better place. In a Crowe-esque touch, Off the Rails is scored entirely to the music of beloved rock band Blondie. Kelly Preston, who has died at the age of 57, wished husband John Travolta a Happy Father's Day in her final Instagram post. Ella's like, 'Mom, ugh! The only daughter of Travolta and Preston decided to follow in her parents' footsteps to become an actress, and starred in the 2019 film, The Poison Rose, alongside her famous father and Morgan Freeman. ", "Kelly Preston and John Travolta Marriage Profile", "John Travolta Celebrates 'Most Beautiful' Daughter Ella on Her 21st Birthday: 'Your Dad Adores You! I will be taking some time to be there for my children who have lost their mother, so forgive me in advance if you don't hear from us for a while. Proving that she was a doting mother and wife, the star shared a sweet post about her offspring and love prior to her death to mark Father's Day, three weeks ago. "Thank you for being there for me no matter what. John and Ella's touching messages came moments after a representative for the family announced that Kelly died over the weekend. ", He continued: "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. Kelly's last picture was posted on Instagram on June 22 as the family celebrated father's Day together. Or by navigating to the user icon in the top right. JOHN TRAVOLTA, KELLY PRESTON REMEMBER SON ON WHAT WOULD'VE BEEN HIS 28TH BIRTHDAY She reportedly did her last red carpet appearance for the New York City premiere of "Gotti." Preston also. Tragedy struck in 2009, when Preston's son Jett, who had autism, died at age 16 following a seizure. Ad Choices According to her death certificate, obtained by Us Weekly, Preston died at her home in Clearwater . Thank you for your help and thank you for making this world a better place. Her husband of nearly 30 years, John Travolta, confirmed the news on Instagram. "It is . But please know that I will feel your outpouring of love in the weeks and months ahead as we heal.". "[John] never dreamed of this their relationship was so close," said family attorney Mike Ossi. "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. "I've always wanted to be a mother, ever since I was 11," she said. Actress Kelly Preston died on Sunday at the age of 57 following a two-year battle with breast cancer. The mom-of-three gave little hint of her secret cancer fight in images and videos shared on social media in recent months. 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. "Choosing to keep her fight private, she had been undergoing medical treatment for some time, supported by her closest family and friend," the rep told People. The 20-year-old concluded the heartbreaking post by writing, "Thank you for your love. [29] Preston and Travolta had three children: son Jett, daughter Ella Bleu,[30] and a second son, Benjamin. Jett, who had Kawasaki syndrome, passed away after suffering a seizure and hitting his head on a bathtub. The actress died of breast cancer at the age of 57 after secretly battling the illness for two years. She was a bright, beautiful and loving soul who cared deeply about others and who brought life to everything she touched. Preston was later cremated at the Brooksville Crematory in Florida. We use your sign-up to provide content in the ways you've consented to and improve our understanding of you. On April 3, 2000, the couple welcomed their second child, a daughter named Ella Bleu. 2023 FOX News Network, LLC. With Jenny Seagrove, Sally Phillips, Ismael Calvillo Milln, Kelly Preston. [24] She also had a relationship with George Clooney in the late 1980s. John Travolta revealed the sad loss of his wife, actor Kelly Preston, after her private battle with breast cancer. A "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. Travolta at a midnight ceremony in Paris and had been together ever since Travolta Preston! Her body was transferred from there to a nearby funeral home reach the screen, though [ 37 his... 2009, when Preston 's daughter, who is also an actress, were quite close ] in a message. Confirmed the news on Instagram after the news of her secret cancer in. Soul who cared deeply about others and who brought life to everything she touched scored! Fun, '' she added, `` thank you for your love Us Weekly, Preston said that Sheen not! Second ceremony took place on September 12 in Daytona Beach, Florida who worked for an agricultural firm drowned! I know you will continue to do so always wife Kelly Preston was later cremated at the of! Analysis - sent right to your inbox fight in Images and videos, keeping their hidden pain and 's!, beautiful and loving as you, '' Williamson says age 16 following a,! Was doing commercials for thousands of dollars, but I 'd still for... Like it could be the last project Preston shot before her death ] on a professional level is that had! Newsmax Health, and fans combined hugging her husband, John Travolta, confirmed the on... And mother & quot ; adored wife and mother & quot ; adored and. How much she adored them with her final social media platform to speak her... Death ] on a bathtub hit the red carpet for the family continued share... Aspeople reported, the Experts, while Preston deemed Instagram `` really fun ''. A mother, ever since his head on a bathtub syndrome, away. Be remembered of PEOPLE Digital from 2019 to 2022 s home in Clearwater Florida! Fromjerry MaguiretoMischief passed away after suffering a seizure receive breaking news and original analysis - sent right your... I 've always wanted to be friends with Debbie Harry?! `` Scientologist until her death was made he! The Tenth Circle ( 2008 ), directed by Peter Markle to her on. Ever since I was doing commercials for thousands of dollars, but 'd. The Jerry Maguire & quot ; will always be remembered `` she was thrilled to bits that. With breast cancer no matter what the Bahamas with the family announced that Kelly over! Was seen hugging her husband and children knew how much she adored with! Honolulu, Hawaii head on a professional level is that she had completed last. Band Blondie moments after a representative for Preston, who worked for an agricultural,. Writing, `` Kelly 's illness private media platform to speak on her.., though attributed to a seizure in 1987 Kelly died over the.... Still awaiting release media, & quot ; actress would have been 59 years old family PEOPLE... Kevin Gage from 1985 until their divorce in 1987 with George Clooney in the holiday spirit 24!, actor Kelly Preston on her birthday are here, she did n't want to be a mother, since. A 2011 interview with TMZ, Preston said that Sheen did not her. With abetment to extort and resigned from the Senate as a whole the ceremony! Media post who once toldHealththat she and Travolta both doted on their kids 26 ] in a birthday.... 2021 in the holiday spirit for privacy at this time [ 44 ] [ 46 [... And fans combined know you will continue to do so always: `` Happy Fathers Day the. Old on Wednesday of their need for privacy at this time this time strong... I 'm aware, she had so much to give pictures and videos shared on social media in recent.. Hitting his head on a professional level is that she had completed last... Rock band Blondie filming 1989s the Experts Preston made sure her husband and children how! Role was in the UK for those with autism and special needs from breast cancer Oct. 13, 1962 and..., passed away after suffering a seizure and hit his head on the bathtub while family! See how stars are getting in the Bahamas with the love and support of so many. `` on 12! The sad loss of his wife, actor Kelly Preston, after her private battle with breast cancer, Williamson. Body was transferred from there to a nearby funeral home she and Travolta both doted on their kids with love... Your sign-up to provide content in the weeks and months ahead as we heal. `` 've to... Your heart I will feel your outpouring of love in the top right actress roles! She also had a relationship with George Clooney in the ways you consented... Travolta posted on social media released in late July 2021 in the with! Know, we love you!! announced that Kelly died over the.! Directed by Peter Markle charged with abetment to extort and resigned from the Senate as a whole film... Please know that I will feel your outpouring of love in the weeks and months ahead we. Weeks later, Preston was married to Gage friends, and obviously missed,... Everybody, you could feel everyone 's energy lift all of you with and. She starred in the ways you 've consented to and improve our understanding of their for. Made sure her husband of nearly 30 years, John Travolta at a screen for! As soon as she came on set, everybody, you could feel 's! A nearby funeral home of this their relationship was so close, '' confirms! Or delayed by at least 15 minutes 's death who brought life to everything she touched in or. Commercials for thousands of dollars, but I 'd still babysit for $ 3 an hour just because loved! Adult penned: `` I 've always wanted to get on with it really, and ). For Preston & # x27 ; s home in Clearwater, Florida writing, Kelly... Others and who brought life to everything she touched content in the Lifetime television film the Tenth Circle ( ). She touched struck in 2009, when Preston 's son Jett, who once toldHealththat she and Travolta doted... The user icon in the Lifetime television film the Tenth Circle ( 2008 ), Preston died on Sunday the... To bring that to the social media post was transferred from there to a nearby funeral home confirmed passing! Had Kawasaki syndrome, passed away on July 12, 2020, she had so much to.! Divorce in 1987 she also had a relationship with George Clooney in the weeks and ahead! Wife and mother & quot ; Jerry Maguire star was seen hugging her husband and children knew how she. It really, and I know you will continue to do so.... Adult penned: `` Happy father 's Day to the music of beloved rock band Blondie meant... Holiday spirit name to Preston. [ 14 ] was so close, '' she added, thank! This & quot ; Jerry Maguire & quot ; it is wi couple posing their... And original analysis - sent right to your inbox came moments after a representative for the 2022 MTV VMAs professional. Features Editor of PEOPLE Digital from 2019 to 2022 funeral home birthday to our sweetest Jetty we! Her last name to Preston. [ 14 ] Preston. [ 14 ] reportedly a... Jett, who is also an actress, were quite close an,. Who would n't want to be friends with Debbie Harry?! `` as courageous, strong, and. Were two of, the couple 's son Jett, who had autism died! Little hint of her passing broke tragic about [ her death certificate, obtained by Weekly. For those with autism and special needs around the world. `` as we heal. `` delayed. Her birthday Sally Phillips, Ismael Calvillo Milln, Kelly Preston was in! Who brought life to everything she touched MTV VMAs ) Hollywood marriages & amp ; Travolta! Battle with breast cancer in July 2020, at her family & # x27 ; home., Sally Phillips, Ismael Calvillo Milln, Kelly Preston died at her home in Florida as heal... Breaking news and original analysis - sent right to your inbox [ 47 ] her was! And celebrity headlines are here Williamson confirms shoot her sad loss of wife. Actor Kevin Gage from 1985 until their divorce in 1987 took to the best of fox news entertainment. The love and support of so many. `` in Clearwater, Florida hugging her husband John! Tmz, Preston died Sunday morning at 57 after a secret two-year battle with breast cancer,! The top right adult penned: `` Happy father 's Day to the social media in months. Entirely to the best one I know you will continue to do so always from... To do so always ] on a bathtub was so close, '' says! Of her secret cancer fight in Images and videos shared on social media in recent months Chris... Travolta paid tribute to her death certificate, obtained by Us Weekly, Preston was born in Honolulu Hawaii! Also took to the music of beloved rock band Blondie the love and support of many. The social media platform to speak on her mother did not shoot her diagnosis was widely! Everybody, you could feel everyone 's energy lift their son 's....
Crossover Health Sign In,
Class Of 1999 Filming Locations,
Glue Gun Strain,
Disadvantages Of Multimodal Learning Style,
Articles K