Born: February 18, 1954
John Travolta is a legendary actor, dancer, and pilot who rose to fame with iconic roles in films such as Saturday Night Fever and Grease.
Early Life
- Full Name: John Joseph Travolta
- Date of Birth: February 18, 1954
- Place of Birth: Englewood, New Jersey, USA
- Parents: Salvatore Travolta (father, a semi-professional football player turned tire salesman) and Helen Cecilia (mother, an actress and singer)
- Siblings: Joey, Ellen, Ann, Margaret, and Sam Travolta
Education
- High School: Dwight Morrow High School, Englewood, New Jersey
Career
Early Career and Television Roles
- Debut: Acting debut in the Broadway production of Grease (1972)
- Television: Early roles in TV series such as Emergency! and Welcome Back, Kotter (1975-1979)
Breakthrough Films
- Film Debut: Saturday Night Fever (1977) – Earned him an Academy Award nomination
- Iconic Roles: Grease (1978), Urban Cowboy (1980), Blow Out (1981)
Career Peaks and Slumps
- Pinnacles: Pulp Fiction (1994), Get Shorty (1995), Face/Off (1997)
- Slumps: Experienced a career downturn in the late 1980s and early 1990s before a resurgence with Pulp Fiction
Recent Work
- Late Career: Continued to work in both film and television, appearing in movies such as Hairspray (2007), The Taking of Pelham 123 (2009), and Gotti (2018)
- Television: Starred in the television series The People v. O. J. Simpson: American Crime Story (2016), earning critical acclaim and an Emmy nomination
Awards and Honors
- Academy Award: Nominated for Best Actor for Saturday Night Fever (1978)
- Golden Globe Awards: Won Best Actor for Get Shorty (1996) and The People v. O. J. Simpson: American Crime Story (2017)
- Emmy Award: Nominated for Outstanding Lead Actor in a Limited Series for The People v. O. J. Simpson: American Crime Story (2016)
Personal Life
Relationships and Family
- Marriages: Kelly Preston (married in 1991 until her death in 2020)
- Children: Jett Travolta (1992–2009), Ella Bleu Travolta (born 2000), Benjamin Travolta (born 2010)
Scientology
- Known for his affiliation with the Church of Scientology
Philanthropy
- Charitable Work: Supports various charitable organizations, particularly those focused on children with special needs
Hobbies and Interests
- Pilot: Licensed private pilot with a passion for aviation
- Dance: Known for his love of dancing, showcased in films like Saturday Night Fever
Trivia
- Height: 6 feet 2 inches (188 cm)
- Signature Moves: Iconic dance moves in Saturday Night Fever and Grease
- Cultural Impact: Considered one of Hollywood’s most iconic leading men of the 1970s and 1980s, known for his charm, versatility, and distinctive voice
Summary
John Travolta is a legendary actor, dancer, and pilot who rose to fame with iconic roles in films such as Saturday Night Fever and Grease. Despite career highs and lows, he remains a beloved figure in Hollywood, known for his talent, charisma, and enduring presence on screen.
