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John Travolta

John Travolta

Full Name John Joseph Travolta
Nickname Bone (from childhood)
Birthday February 18, 1954
Born In Englewood, New Jersey, United States
Height 6 feet, 2 inches
Star Sign Aquarius
Relationship Status Widowed. He was married to actress Kelly Preston.
Net Worth Estimated to be around $250 million.
Age 70

About

John Travolta is an acclaimed American actor, singer, and dancer, born on February 18, 1954 in Englewood, New Jersey. His rise to fame began in the 1970s on the television series, "Welcome Back, Kotter," and further skyrocketed with leading roles in the blockbusters, "Saturday Night Fever" and "Grease." His career resurged in the 1990s with his performance in "Pulp Fiction" and he has since continued to be a prolific actor in both film and television. Travolta gained equal recognition for his talents in singing and dancing, which were prominently showcased in many of his most popular films. He is also a licensed pilot and an avid aviation enthusiast. Despite facing personal tragedies, Travolta remains an influential figure in Hollywood.

Associated With

John Travolta, an iconic actor in Hollywood, has had numerous notable associations throughout his career. On the professional front, his most significant relationship is with director Quentin Tarantino, who cast him in his 1994 film "Pulp Fiction," rejuvenating Travolta's career. He's also worked with actors such as Samuel L. Jackson, Uma Thurman, and Bruce Willis in the same film. Travolta has shared screen space with various actors including Olivia Newton-John in "Grease", Kirstie Alley in "Look Who's Talking", and Nicolas Cage in "Face/Off". In his personal life, Travolta was notably associated with fellow actress Diana Hyland, whom he dated until her untimely death in 1977. Subsequently, he married actress Kelly Preston in 1991 and they remained together until her passing in 2020.

Career Highlights

  • - 1972: John Travolta begins his career when he drops out of high school at 17 and moves to New York, landing a role in the touring company and later the Broadway cast of "Grease."
  • - 1975: He makes his TV debut on the series "Emergency" (1972-1979) and shot to fame as Vinnie Barbarino on the hit TV series "Welcome Back, Kotter" (1975-1979).
  • - 1977: Travolta skyrockets to superstardom with the release of "Saturday Night Fever", for which he received his first Academy Award nomination for Best Actor.
  • - 1978: He stars in the successful film adaptation of "Grease," which becomes a cultural phenomenon and is still one of the highest-grossing musical films of all time.
  • - 1980: Takes on a series of diverse roles in films such as "Blow Out" (1981), "Staying Alive" (1983), and "Two of a Kind" (1983).
  • - 1994: Experiences a career revival with his role as Vincent Vega in Quentin Tarantino's "Pulp Fiction", earning him his second Academy Award nomination for Best Actor.
  • - 1995: Wins the Golden Globe Award for Best Actor – Motion Picture Musical or Comedy for "Get Shorty".
  • - 1996: Travolta appeared in a series of blockbuster films, including "Broken Arrow" (1996), "Face/Off" (1997), and "Primary Colors" (1998).
  • - 2007: Receives rave reviews for his role as Edna Turnblad in the film adaptation of the musical "Hairspray".
  • - 2016: He earns a Primetime Emmy Award and a Golden Globe Award for his portrayal of lawyer Robert Shapiro in the first season of FX's anthology series "The People v. O.J. Simpson: American Crime Story".
  • - 2019: Travolta played the lead in the critically panned film "The Fanatic", directed by Fred Durst. Despite being released to negative reviews, Travolta's performance was praised.
  • - 2021: Travolta continues his acting career, juggling various film and television roles while also maintaining a strong presence in pop culture.

Notable Awards

  • John Travolta has won several awards throughout his career, including:
  • Primetime Emmy Award for Outstanding Limited Series as a producer for "The People v. O. J. Simpson: American Crime Story" in 2016.
  • Golden Globe for Best Actor in a Motion Picture - Musical or Comedy for the film "Get Shorty" in 1996.
  • David di Donatello for Best Foreign Actor for the film "Saturday Night Fever" in 1978.
  • He was also nominated for two Academy Awards for Best Actor; one for "Saturday Night Fever" in 1978 and another for "Pulp Fiction" in 1995.
  • These are just some of the notable awards Travolta has won or been nominated for during his illustrious career.

FAQs

What Is the Most Popular John Travolta Movie/TV Show?

John Travolta has had a long and remarkable acting career, but his most popular movie is arguably "Pulp Fiction". Released in 1994 and directed by Quentin Tarantino, it features Travolta as hitman Vincent Vega in a performance that reinvigorated his career and earned him an Academy Award nomination for Best Actor. The movie's innovative narrative structure, memorable dialogues, and strong performances from an ensemble cast, which includes Uma Thurman and Samuel L. Jackson, have made it a classic and one of Travolta’s most iconic roles.

How Did John Travolta Get Famous?

John Travolta gained fame through a successful acting career that began in the 1970s. He initially rose to prominence on television with a notable role in the sitcom "Welcome Back, Kotter". However, his breakout was his mesmerizing performance as Tony Manero in the film "Saturday Night Fever" in 1977, which earned him an Academy Award nomination and solidified his status as a major Hollywood star. His iconic role in the movie musical "Grease" in 1978 further cemented his name in the industry. Following these, he continued to enjoy a flourishing and diverse acting career in Hollywood.

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