Kelly Preston, the actress who starred in such movies as Jerry Maguire and opposite husband John Travolta in Gotti, has died. She was 57.
In addition to her work on Jerry Maguire and Gotti, Preston has acted in 1986’s SpaceCamp, 1988’s Twins, 1998’s Jack Frost, 1999’s For Love of the Game and 2003’s View From the Top.
Travolta confirmed her passing in an Instagram tribute post overnight. “It is with a very heavy heart that I inform you that my beautiful wife Kelly has lost her two-year battle with breast cancer,” he wrote. “She fought a courageous fight with the love and support of so many.”
Preston and Travolta were married for 29 years. They have two children, Ella, 20 and Benjamin, nine. Their son Jett passed away in 2009 at aged 16.
“Kelly’s love and life will always be remembered,” he continued. “I will be taking some time to be there for my children who have lost their mother, so forgive me in advance if you don’t hear from us for a while.
“But please know that I will feel your outpouring of love in the weeks and months ahead as we heal.”
A spokesperson confirmed Preston’s death in an interview People today.“On the morning of July 12, 2020, Kelly Preston, adored wife and mother, passed away following a two-year battle with breast cancer,” a statement read. “Choosing to keep her fight private, she had been undergoing medical treatment for some time, supported by her closest family and friends.
“She was a bright, beautiful and loving soul who cared deeply about others and who brought life to everything she touched. Her family asks for your understanding of their need for privacy at this time.”
