John Travolta paid heartfelt tribute to his late son, Jett, on what would have been the young man’s 33rd birthday. Fifteen-year-old Jett had a seizure last month while his family was on vacation in the Bahamas. Tragically, he succumbed to leukemia in January 2009 at the age of only 16 years. As you’ve probably guessed, Jett’s loss was a huge blow to the Travolta family. Every June, they celebrate his life with joy, appreciation and admiration.
In an emotional Instagram post shared in April 2024, John Travolta reflected on his son’s life with a touching throwback photo. The photo showing him cradling Jett in his arms brings back memories of happier times. In addition to the nostalgic picture, Travolta posted a touching tribute. He captioned the post, “Happy birthday my Jetty! Not one day goes by where you’re not on my mind!”
Jett suffered from having a history of seizures – a condition that caused him to die unexpectedly at a young age. The 16-year-old son’s sudden death occurred while on a family vacation, shocking John Travolta and his wife, Kelly Preston. They have two other children, Ella Bleu and Benjamin, who equally adore their brother.
He posts the tributes, often heartfelt, sometimes comic, that demonstrate the indelible imprint Jett has made on their lives. Though their hearts are broken, the father-son connection endures, and the family is able to share in Jett’s joyful spirit by honoring it the way he wishes.
The 2024 birthday memorial included a treasured snapshot of John Travolta, Jett & Kelly Preston together. A profile of Jett’s story served to remind those uninitiated to Jett’s memory of the vast outpouring of love that continues to surround her legacy.
“I said, ‘Well, it’s a very different thing.’ And I went through the differences about my longevity and her limited life,” – John Travolta
While it’s still painful to see life without him, the Travolta family says they are comforted in their memories of Jett. Today, his spirit continues to influence, guiding them through their personal journeys and interactions with one another. The family’s continued memorials are a true testament to their dedication to celebrating his life and preserving his legacy.
