It's not what i had in mind for the first celebrity post of 2009, but it's a heart-breaking story and it shouldn't be passed by idly.
Our deepest condolences go out to John Travolta and his family ... his 16-year-old son Jett, died yesterday.
Jett, who is Travolta's only son, was with the rest of the family, vacationing in The Bahamas, when he slipped and fell in the bathtub, after suffering a seizure, and hit his head.
Jett suffered from Kawazaki disease and also had asthma.
A caretaker found Jett unconscious in the bathtub at around 10 am.
This is a tragedy ... i can't even begin to imagine the horrible feeling and sadness John and his wife Kelly Preston are going through right now.
The beginning of a new year will always coincide with the memory of their son dying ... that's just so unbearable.
In 1994, Travolta revealed how much he loved fatherhood, he told People: "I can't imagine what life would be like without Jett. After he was born and cleaned up, I held him for hours while Kelly slept."
May he rest in peace ...
Update: Jett Travolta to be Cremated
Leave your condolences messages to John Travolta and the family in the comment box below ... they need all the comforting they can get right now. The pain of losing a son is just unimaginable!
May it comfort Kelly and John to know that people who care about them share in their sadness and grief too. All my love goes out to them.
My heart goes out to them. John and Kelly are truly an inspirational celebrity couple. May they find comfort in the world sharing their pain during this tragic time. God bless.
My heartfelt condolences go out to the Travolta family during this very difficult time. My son, who is 13, also has seizures and it is a scary thing to watch helplessly as your child goes through such an event. I hope that this loving family is able to find the strength to endure this tragedy through the love from their friends and family and with the wonderful memories they have of such an amazing child. Peace be with each of them.
My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family at this most difficult time . The nation and the whole world have you in there hearts today and in the most difficult days to come. We have two daughters of our own that are in college in Maine and I worry every day for there safety,but in reality I always know they are in the han ds of God. As I know that Jett is right now safe and loved. Please know John you and your family are in our hearts. I am so sorry for your loss. I will pray for you and Jett everyday. God Bless you all. Love the Sloban family Tom Deb Erin and Jillie
To John and Kelly and Travolta family and all who loved you, we are with you and feeling for you so much. The world loves you. Our thoughts and prayers are with you. It's unimaginable what you are going through but be strong and have faith. The world is with you and praying for you.
To the Travolta family...My heart just breaks at the thought of how much pain you must be enduring right now. How utterly tragic and incomprehensible it must be to lose one's child. I also have a 16 year old son and can't bear imagining how I'd cope with such a loss. I wish you strength and peace in this most difficult time of your lives.
Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this time of breavement. May God hold you in His hands and may your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well-lived. Deepest sympathy. Collis, Beth, Billy Sheffield and Frances Daniels Savannah, GA
I would like to say how sorry I´m for John Travolta - a nice guy and great actor, who has given everybody such good times throught his work .
I believe his sun is close to god as a angel.
My thoughts and prayers to John and Kelly in this had time, that I´m sure they will over come with time and love.
I have been heartbroken by this. Can't imagine! Outpouring good vibes and support. Condolences and prayers. You'll always be a great family and loved by many. Time and love, yes.
DEAR JOHN AND FAMILY, I AM SENDING YOU MY CONDOLENCES FOR YOUR LOSS AND TO LET YOU KNOW THAT ALL OF YOU ARE IN MY PRAYERS. YOUR FAMILY HAS GIVEN ME A GREAT DEAL OF HAPPINESS OVER THE YEARS SO IN SOME WAYS I FEEL THAT YOUR FAMILY IS A PART OF MINE SO STAY STRONG, HAVE FAITH AND ALWAYS REMEMBER THAT YOU ARE THOUGHT OF AND CARED ABOUT BY MANY, SINCERELY, DAVE JONES
John and family, I just wanted to express my condolences and to say that all of you are in my prayers. You have given me much happiness over the years as you have with thousands of others and I just wanted to express this from myself and my family, respectfully, Dave Jones
Dear Mr. Travolta and family. I am so sorry about your son. i want to express my condolences and to tell you that your family is in my prayers
John,Kelly and Ella,
Our prayers and thoughts
are with you all,on the passing
of Jett.
May he rest in peace.
John, Kelly and Ella Bleu, My heart breaks for you, I am so, so sorry for the tragic loss of your beautiful precious son. I have lost a child and it is the most devastating thing a person can feel.
My prayers go out to you, and I hope that the cumulation of all of the prayers and love from around the world sent your way will help ease the pain. May God bless you and give you peace, and may you be comforted knowing that Jett is at peace because of the love he was surrounded with every day of his life, and now he is in the arms of the Angels.
My heart goes out to the family,as a child I had the mild forn of wot Jett had,and I too one day was seizing and repeatedly kept hitting my head on the bath tub,after that was when I was diagnosed with (Petite Mal).
I'm so sorry for their loss,tis heartbreaking!
My sincere condolences go out to the Travolta family. I hope that they receive much support and that we, as 'just regular people', realise once again that life is not about money, fame and beauty. My thoughts are with you.
To the Travolta Family ~ My deepest sympathy to each of you. In our life, there are no "accidents". Jett;s short life will forever be within you. Grieve his death and celebrate the life. My heart goes to each of you John, Kelly and Ella Bleu.
Oh my,
I am so sorry to hear about your loss
John Travolta. You are one of my very few celebriities the best one at that. My heart goes out to you your wife Kelly and daughter as well.
Know my love and prayers are with you.
Maria from El Paso Texas via Germany.
Dear Mr. Travolta, Ms. Preston, Ella and your respective families,
I would like to offer my condolences.
I have been sad about this since I first heard the tragic news. It's affecting me so much because I consider Mr. Travolta and Ms. Preston friends I see when a movie they have filmed comes to town. And I guess it has touched me because I, too, am a father.
But it's such a shock.
If I feel so much heartache and grief, I can't imagine what you are going through.
I pray for God to give you strength through this very difficult time.
Abdullah H. Erakat
I am so sorry for the pain you have to endure. may his sweet memory be a comfort to all of you.
I am crying inside for your loss. Nothing anyone can say can heal the wound that your family is suffering within your hearts and soul. I hope each day "God" guides the way to help you cope and deal with this tear in your heart and soul. How precious a loss and how lucky you all were to have this love for the time Jett was with you. Heaven has an angel among them, and he will watch over all three of you everday.
My condolences to the Travolta family.
I know how you feel as I lost my husband, who was only 48 years old, seven weeks ago. He died suddenly too from a blood clot.
Keep the faith.
My deepest and heartfelt condolences to the Travolta family.
This is a horrible way to start a new year, but may the memories keep him alive for a very long time.
No parent should have to bury a child especially at such a tender age.
John, Kelly and Ella my deepest sympathies for your loss.
Having lost my only son on December 18,1997 I know that the Travoltas' have a long and heartbreaking road ahead. My son had just turned 17 a month before he was killed instantly in a single car accident. This is the greatest of all losses. It doesn't matter who you are, if you are famous or not, or rich or poor, young or old, the loss of a child comes down to one simple thing, there is a mom and dad tonight who are in the depths of pain and sorrow and they need all the support and prayers we can give them. Please pray for this family.
My condolences to the Travolta family,just wanted to let you and your lovely wife and daughter that I will have you in my prayers.Ihave four boys of my own,and they are my life.but at least you know your son is in a better place now.
Our heartfelt thoughts & prayers to Kelly, John, Ella & Jett, for this sudden tragedy in their lives. Jett is clearly loved dearly, & he has had a huge, positive imprint in many people's lives. Our sincere condolences to you; & may you have privacy & respect, so you can deal with your emotions in your own private way. God Bless your family. You all deserve the best, as you have given so much to so many people. Now it is our turn to show support for you.
John,
May Archangel Michael comfort you at this time. I too have been thru this and god has helped me cope....May you be blessed in this unbelievable sorrow.
My thoughts and prayers are with you at this awful time. I pray that each one of you can feel the comfort of the Lords arms around you and the warm throughts and prayers from people around the world that feel for you in your sorrow.
John, Kelly and Ella - remember the good times, laugh at the fun, and allow yourselves the time to deal with all you are feeling.
It will be awhile but the sun will come out again and you will feel the presence of Jett.
May your faith get you through this.
Praying from Rhode Island - Linda
John, Kelly and Ella Bleu- may you find comfort in each other and in the love that you shared with Jett. He will always be with you. May your grief be softened with beautiful memories that will eventually give way to smiles and laughter.
You have a love and support that is global.
With heartfelt sympathy,
Linda Edwards
I am very sorry and saddened to hear of the lose of your son, Jett. I have a son who will be 18 this March and I could not phathom what life would be like without him, let alone the stress that I am bringing on myself about him taking off into the world..
I can only say that thankfulness for his time on earth here is important and the lessons that we learn from this person...there are so many times in life when we are too busy or just too blind to see what is in front of us..that is when we miss out on the biggest love and wonderfulness that we have...I know you both loved him deeply and the loss is immense, but keep your faith and hope for the future to see him again...celebrate his life...
I would like to extend my deepest sympathy to the Travolta family. I grew up with John Travolta and have followed him throughout my life. I looked up to him for his accomplishments, great marriage and family. When Princess Diana passed away his words were so proper and sincere. I feel that they are the last people on earth to have to suffer this great loss. I will pray for them to turn to their reigion for solace and healing. I know many people out there will be praying for them. God bless you and your family. I hope he will continue his successes despite this great tragedy.
To the entire Travolta family,. please accept my condolences. I am so sorry for your pain, I wish I could take some of it for you. Please let us, your fans, help carry you through some of your darkest days, by knowing there are thousands upon thousands of us sending you love and comfort. John, you have made my heart smile every time I have looked at you since your first tv show . May the love of your fans help bring a tiny smile to the hearts of you and your family in this time of horrible grief.
John, my heart cries for you. I know what it is like to loose a son. It is something that you never get over. Time makes it easier, but you will always feel the empty space in your heart. I pray that the good Lord gives you and your family strength in the coming days. He's always there for you and know that Jett is in his loving arms the same as my son is. Keep the faith, because it's all we have!
John, Kelly and Ella, may God be with you in your profound sorrow. My heart breaks for you. I truly wish all of you comfort in the many happy loving memories you have of Jett. You will all be together one day in heaven again, never to part. I'll pray for all of you.
My deepest sympathies go out to the Travolta family as my heart breaks for you at this very difficult time. You know they say IT IS BETTER TO HAVE LOVED AND LOST THAN NEVER TO HAVE LOVED AT ALL and may you always have that love you all shared. May God Bless JETT and Keep Him Eternally Happy As An Angel In Heaven and until you all meet again one day. My prayers are with you and your family. Sincerely, Andrea (a BIG life-long fan with a never ending loving crush and mom of a boy and girl myself)
There are no words that can express how sorry I am for you and your wife. As someone who has lost a child..... I know that the devistation seems endless and you sink into an abyss that is hell. Just hold on to your faith, know that Jett was blessed with a wonderful family who loved him. In time the pain will " change" to form the steps of greif but allow yourselves to feel all the pain and greif ( and anger... that is a very big one) to help yourselves throught this time. Rely on those who you are close to and know that the entire world is praying for you. Both you and your wife are wonderful people and in time you will be able to function. Give yourselves time and love eachother and your beautiful daughter. Jett was here for a reason... find it and hold on to it. It gets you through it somehow..........
My prayers always......
Kayla
to john, kelly and ella
please accecpt our deepest condolences,
are thoughts and love are with you at this sad time.
To Kelly, John & Ella,
Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time. May you find comfort in knowing that Jett is sitting beside God and that you will be reunited one day. I hope this poem will help in dealing with your loss.
With Heartfelt Sympathy,
Kelly
Thinking of You with Love
We thought of you with love today,
but that is nothing new.
We thought about you yesterday,
and days before that too.
We think of you in silence,
we often speak your name.
All we have are memories,
and your picture in a frame.
Your memory is our keepsake,
with which we will never part.
God has you in His keeping,
we have you in our hearts.
A million times we`ve wanted you.
A million times we cried.
If love could only have saved you,
you never would have died.
It broke our hearts to lose you.
But you didn`t go alone.
For a part of us went with you...
the day God called you Home.
~Author Unknown
Dearest Ms. Kelly and John, sir,..with the news my heart fell down in my chest, I'm so very sorry,bless you both. As I look into your eyes, John, into those deep blue eyes with your son standing next to you, I can see the love from you and your Kelly glowing in Jett's
presence. He looked so much like you but,
his eyes shouted with your wife's beauty!
What a beautiful thing to have had and an awful thing to lose at this point, I'm sending you all strength and love, straight from the heart. May you find comfort in each other
that you've never known.
Bless you , man, I'm thinking of you and all the joy you've created through MY life,I feel you all the way in Seattle. Stay strong, sincere condolences. Truly, Kelly A.F.
John, Kelly and Ella,
I am so sad for you and your loss, my thoughts and prayers are with you. John, you have many fans that love and respect you and wish we could take away your pain. I have loved you, John, ever since Vinnie Barbarino was invented. You have made me laugh and you have made me cry. Take comfort in knowing that Jett loved you and you will see him again someday. Parents aren't suppose to bury their children and I am sooooooooo terribly sorry that you have to. I wish you the strength and comfort that you need in thedifficult days ahead. All my love and prayers to you and your family.
Our deepest sympathies go out to the Travolta family
With heartfelt sympathy,
Cory.Teri And Family
John, Kelly and Ella..
may you find comfort and strength in each other and those close to you .... I lost a young daughter and more recently a baby grandson .. I pray that you will all find a peace in time and that your lives will go on with Jett always safe inside your hearts .. all my best wishes SJ
Dear Travolta family.... I wish to extend sincere and deeply felt condolences for the loss of your son Jett. My heart is truly bleeding for the painyou must feel. May you find peace and healing in your faith.
Dear John, Kelly and Ella:
I am so sorry to hear of your great loss. May God bring you peace and hope in this great time of loss and pain. My thoughts and prayers are with you all. God Bless You!!
To John Travolta and Family
My heart goes out to you and many prayers have been made for you and your family. There will be a day when you will see Jett again and hold him in your arms. The heart never forgets the love that you all shared. May you find some peace and some comfort. May you know that the there are many of us who you will never meet or know by name, but we love and send our deepest heart felt sympathies to you and yours.
May God shine HIs light of love and peace on you.
God Bless You
Dear John and Kelly,
Please receive my deepest and heart felt condolences. May you and your wife find much comfort from our dear Lord.
I am praying for your family and for Jett. May he rest in the Lord's loving arms always.
I am praying for your family and for Jett. May he rest in the Lord's loving arms always.
Bless the Travolta Family,
God sent them an angel and now he has taken him home. Jett's purpose on earth was to show us the reality of a pure soul. Let us learn from a Master.
Pat
To the Travolta Family:
May God Bless and comfort you all. Rest assured that Jett has been "Embraced by the Light" (if you haven't read this book, check it out. Even if you don't believe all that is read, it at least provides some comfort and a possible explanation of where he is now).
Stephanie