John Travolta Shares Emotional New Song Recorded for Late Wife Kelly Preston

By artstarss19  |  October 14, 2025  |  Celebrity

A Love Story That Endures

Hollywood legend John Travolta continues to honor the love of his life, Kelly Preston, more than four years after her passing. Kelly died in 2020 at age 57 following a private two-year battle with breast cancer. Since then, Travolta has consistently shared heartfelt tributes, keeping her memory alive through messages, photos, and family moments.

The couple married in 1992 after a romantic proposal at the Palace Hotel restaurant in Gstaad, Switzerland, and welcomed three children: Jett, Ella Bleu, and Benjamin. Their family endured unimaginable loss in 2009 when their eldest son, Jett, died at 16, and again in July 2020 when Kelly passed away.

At the time of her death, a family representative remembered her as “a bright, beautiful, and loving soul” who brought warmth to every room. Travolta announced the heartbreaking news on Instagram, expressing gratitude to the doctors and nurses at MD Anderson Cancer Center, as well as to friends and loved ones who supported them throughout Kelly’s illness. He wrote that Kelly’s love and life would always be remembered.

A Birthday Tribute in Song

Each year, Travolta marks Kelly’s birthday with a message of love. This year, on October 13—what would have been Kelly’s 62nd birthday—he chose a more intimate tribute: sharing a newly recorded song in her honor.

In a tender Instagram Reel, he wrote: “I recorded this song for Kelly, and I want to share it with you all on her birthday. Happy birthday Kelly, we love you,” signing the message with his name and those of their children, Ella and Ben.

Travolta performed the beloved standard “Come Rain or Come Shine,” delivering a warm, classic interpretation. Rather than embellishment, he opted for sincerity—pledging steadfast love “come rain or come shine,” and reflecting on how their connection felt like “one of those things.” His rendition underscored a promise to remain true, whether life’s moments were joyful or difficult.

Fans Moved to Tears

Comments poured in from around the world as fans responded to the tribute with admiration and empathy. Many thanked Travolta for opening his heart, noting how clearly his love for Kelly still shines through. One commenter shared, “I can feel how much you love and miss your beautiful Kelly. What a beautiful tribute!” Others called the performance “sweet,” “beautiful,” and moving enough to bring them to tears.

A Legacy of Love

For Travolta, the song is more than a performance—it’s a continuation of a love story that has inspired millions. By remembering Kelly through music, family, and vulnerability, he celebrates her enduring legacy and the bond they shared. Kelly Preston’s warmth and grace live on through her films, her family, and the tributes that carry her memory forward.

As one fan put it simply: “This is truly wonderful. Rest in peace, Kelly.”

 

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