Jan 08 2009
Travolta’s Hold Memorial Service For Son Jett Today
John Travolta and wife Kelly Preston are holding a private memorial service at their home in honor of their son Jett who died on January 2, 2008 after having a seizure. 16 year-old Jett Travolta suffered from a seizure disorder, and was not responding well to medication. At the young age of 2 Jett was diagnosed with Kawasaki Syndrome which may have led to his developmental problems. Others believe that Jett Travolta was misdiagnosed as a child and was actually afflicted with Autism.
John Travolta shared a special connection with his son and made efforts to spend time with him daily, even during hectic filming schedules. John Travolta and Kelly Preston also have an 8 year-old daughter named Ella.
Recently, family friend Tom Cruise talked abou Jett Travolta’s death and what a “horrific” event it is for such “doting parents” to face. Another famous friend, Oprah Winfrey, has not yet made a public statement. Both Tom Cruise and Oprah Winfrey are unable to attend today’s memorial service due to scheduling conflicts.
