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January 5, 2009

The Travolta Family: An Intimate Photo Album

Reps for John Travolta and wife Kelly Preston have released a statement to "Extra" regarding the death of their son Jett, 16. The couple has also released intimate photographs of the tight-knit family prior to Jett's death, which can be seen in the gallery below.

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The statement reads: "We would like to extend our deepest and most heartfelt thanks to everyone who has sent their love and condolences.

Jett was the most wonderful son that two parents could ever ask for and lit up the lives of everyone he encountered. We are heartbroken that our time with him was so brief. We will cherish the time we had with him for the rest of our lives. We have received many messages of condolences from around the world and we want to thank everyone for their prayers and support. It has meant so much to us. It is a beautiful reminder of the inherent goodness in the human spirit that gives us hope for a brighter future.

With love,
John, Kelly and Ella"

An autopsy for Jett will reportedly be held on Monday in the Bahamas, where the tragedy took place.

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YOUR FAMILY AND YOU ARE IN OUR HEARTS AND PRAYERS. MY GOD HOLD YOU IN HIS ARMS THROUGH THE DAYS AND AFTER.. IVE NEVER LOST A CHILD. BUT I PRAY TO GOD THAT HE WATCHES OVER THEM UNTIL HES READY TO TAKE HOME..IM SENDING YOU AND YOUR FAMILY A SPECIAL ANGEL TO BE WITH THROUGH THESE TRYING DAYS AND AFTER. MY GOD BLESS AND HOLD YOU EVER SO CLOSE.. BARBIE


- BARBARA HENKEL
Posted 01/05/09 07:43 PM
 

dear family- although my daughter survived, she was very close to death recently. I can feel some of your pain and send you my prayers. and to all who attack their beliefs. scientology did not kill their son-seizures did. leave them to grieve and find whatever comfort they can in their own faith.


- teresa
Posted 01/05/09 07:41 PM
 

So sorry to hear about your son Jett, John and Kelly.I can’t imagine the pain you are feeling now.I too had lost a Father at a young age I was 13 years old When i lost my dad from cancer.He was 46 years old.Remember the good times John and Kelly he is in a better place with no diease.An Angel watching over you as he was here on earth.My heart goes out to you and your family may God bless you with strength, love ,and courage to get through these tough times.A big Fan Dennis!


- Dennis
Posted 01/05/09 07:32 PM
 

Travolta Family-
It saddens me deeply for your loss. I empathize with your pain. We too lost my brother to awful seizures. He had eplipsey which seizures occured sometime 3 time in one day. We deeply still feel the loss. In time the pain will lessen, but never completely. Know that GOD is always with you and your family and especially your son. GOD will keep him till you arrive.


- R.Hammerschmidt
Posted 01/05/09 07:32 PM
 

My heart breaks for you. You are all in my thoughts and prayers.

Susan


- Susan
Posted 01/05/09 07:11 PM
 

Dear Travolta family,

We cannot begin to imagine the depth of your grief at losing your precious son. Dear friends of ours also lost their only son at age 10, because of Kawasaki Syndrome. Up until Jason’s death, we had never even heard of Kawasaki Syndrome. May God surround you with angels/people who will uplift and carry you through this valley. Our deepest sympathy to you all. The Wohltmann family from the San Francisco Bay Area.


- Wohltmann Family
Posted 01/05/09 07:02 PM
 

I am so sorry for the great loss of your,son.I can’t even begin to imagine the pain you all must be feeling!He was a beautiful person on the outside,and I can only imagine how wonderful he was to you all!May your saddness be swift and your hearts be filled with the sweetness of his memory!


- Stacey
Posted 01/05/09 06:58 PM
 

Travolta Family
I cannot even imagine the pain and sorrow you must be going through. The thought of losing a child is unbearable and my heart hurts for you all. My brother died…had epilepsy and his heart could not handle another seizure; oddly enough he was found in a bathroom also. I cannot begin to describe my mother’s heartache at losing her only son and I losing my brother. It has been 21 years and although it gets easier, there will always be sadness. You all were very lucky to have had such a special young man in your lives. Please accept my utmost condolences. Everytime I hear something about it my stomach hurts. I just hope you are allowed to grieve in peace.


- Rebekah
Posted 01/05/09 06:46 PM
 

John and Kelly my family wants to send you our condolesents of the loss of your son. We love your whole family. WE lived in Ocala not far from your home our realtor was a close friend of yours. Your son is with the lord. God bless you and your family.
Love from Arizona Joanne and Eddie
Lydia and Andy and Betty from Alabama their prays are with you to.


- Joanne
Posted 01/05/09 05:49 PM
 

Mr & Mrs Travolta,

My thoughts and prayers are with the two of you and your daughter Ella during this difficult time. May God Bless you.

SIncerely,
Barbara G
Euless Tx


- Barbara G
Posted 01/05/09 05:48 PM
 

HELLO! PEOPLE, PLEASE STOP SENDING YOUR FAITH BASED WELL WISHES AND PRAYERS. SCIENTOLOGISTS DO NOT BELIEVE IN OUR GOD. SCIENTOLOGY IS A CULT. ACCORDING TO SCIENTOLOGY WE ARE ALL IMPLANTED WITH A DEVICE THAT MAKES US BELIEVE IN OUR GOD AND OUR JESUS. YOU ARE NOT HELPING THEM.


- HELLO!
Posted 01/05/09 05:47 PM
 

Mr & Mrs Travolta,

My thoughts and prayers are with the two of you and your daughter Ella during this difficult time. May God Bless you.

SIncerely,
Barbara G
Euless Tx


- Barbara G
Posted 01/05/09 05:46 PM
 

John and Kelly my family wants to send you our condolesents of the loss of your son. We love your whole family. WE lived in Ocala not far from your home our realtor was a close friend of yours. Your son is with the lord. God bless you and your family.
Love from Arizona Joanne and Eddie
Lydia and Andy and Betty from Alabama their prays are with you to.


- Joanne
Posted 01/05/09 05:43 PM
 

John, Kelly & Ella
My thoughts and prayers are with you.
May the comfort of God help you during this difficult time.

The stairway to Heaven
Leads us to our Lord
Where we will meet Him
And receive our reward

Heaven has no place
For suffering and pain
Those who suffer
Are the ones that remain

Have no sorrow
For those in Heaven above
As we all know
They’re happy and loved

The sympathy goes
To those who remain
Those who lost someone
Will feel much pain

I’m so sorry
About your loss
Stay focused on Jesus
And look to the cross

I asked the Lord
To comfort you
And give you strength
To help you through



- Melanie
Posted 01/05/09 05:35 PM
 

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- Scientology kills
Posted 01/05/09 05:28 PM
 

Dear John, Kelly and Ella: Upon hearing the news of the loss of your son, I was so saddened. I want to let you know that I will keep all of you in my prayers. I too have lost a son, Scottie, in 2001 from AIDS, the oldest of my three sons, He was 33. Please try to keep this in your hearts….as you remember all the times with your son, know that God gave you a very special angel. As you think back, you’ll realize how very special and wonderful he was and how he made an everlasting mark on this earth. Remember angels walk among us everyday and one of those angels was your son, Jett. How do I know that, God blessed me with an angel too.
My love and prayers are with all of you.

Carol Ann


- Carol Ann Russo
Posted 01/05/09 05:24 PM
 

I am so sorry for your loss. I to have lost a son suddenly! This is something that (to me) only another parent who lost a child could help me. I could not believe this could happen to his dad and I. When I found my 1st group and saw all these wonderful parents, going through what I was, I realized I
was not crazy (but I was). My heart goes out to you, and I say, you do what
ever you need to - don’t let people “help” you. My son’s room stayed the same for many years.
Bless you and take one minute at a time, not even day by day.
Candy, a mother that has survived.


- Candy
Posted 01/05/09 05:12 PM
 

Dear John and Kelly, may God grant you strength in this trying time and know that Jett is in peace with him now. In time when you have the strength, please read this book: Talking to Heaven by James Van Praugh. You will feel at peace to know Jett is truly okay. God Bless You. My prayers are with you.


- Pam Toscano
Posted 01/05/09 05:11 PM
 

i have been a very big fan of johns since grease love him in it .but im here to let you know how very sorry i am for the lost of your beautiful son i dont know how it feels to loose a child but i can only imagine if i were to ever loose my child i dont know what i would do.please stay strong and know we all love you our prayers are with your family


- Anonymous
Posted 01/05/09 04:41 PM
 

I can’t imagine what you are going through. God bless you & your family after your tragic loss. So very sorry.


- Sam
Posted 01/05/09 04:37 PM

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