John Travolta - Actor
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John Travolta is an iconic American actor, singer, and pilot who became one of the biggest stars of the 1970s. He first gained fame as the cocky but lovable Vinnie Barbarino on the sitcom Welcome Back, Kotter before transitioning into a global film sensation.
Career Highlights
Travolta is known for his incredible versatility, moving between musical theater, gritty drama, and high-octane action. His career is often defined by two major "peaks":
The Disco & Musical Era (1970s): He became a cultural symbol of the decade with his Oscar-nominated performance as Tony Manero in Saturday Night Fever (1977) and his role as Danny Zuko in the massive hit Grease (1978).
The 90s Resurgence: After a period of fewer hits, he made a legendary comeback in Quentin Tarantino’s Pulp Fiction (1994). His role as hitman Vincent Vega earned him a second Academy Award nomination and revitalized his status as a Hollywood heavyweight.
Notable Films
Grease: The quintessential high school musical.
Saturday Night Fever: The definitive film of the disco era.
Pulp Fiction: A cult classic crime drama.
Face/Off: A high-concept action thriller where he "swaps faces" with Nicolas Cage.
Get Shorty: A comedy-crime film that earned him a Golden Globe.
Hairspray: A musical where he famously performed in drag as Edna Turnblad.
Personal Life & Interests
Outside of acting, Travolta is a certified private pilot and owns several aircraft, including a Boeing 707. He was married to actress Kelly Preston from 1991 until her passing in 2020; they had three children together. He is also well-known for being a long-time member of the Church of Scientology.