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<h2>Early Life and Career</h2>
<p><a href="/biography/john-travolta">John Joseph Travolta</a> is an American <a href="/biography/john-travolta">actor</a>, singer, dancer, producer, writer, and pilot. He rose to fame in the 1970s with his portrayal of Vinnie Barbarino on the popular television series <i>Welcome Back, Kotter</i> and further solidified his stardom with his iconic role in <i>Saturday Night Fever</i>. Travolta’s dynamic talent across film, television, and music has contributed to a long-standing presence in the entertainment industry.</p>

<h2>Personal Life and Family</h2>
<p>John Travolta's first highly publicized relationship was with <a href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Diana_Hyland">actress</a> <a href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Diana_Hyland">Diana Hyland</a>, whom he met while working on the television film <i>The Boy in the Plastic Bubble</i>. Their relationship ended tragically in 1977 when <a href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Diana_Hyland">Hyland</a> passed away from breast cancer.</p>

<p>In 1991, Travolta married <a href="/biography/kelly-preston">actress</a> <a href="/biography/kelly-preston">Kelly Preston</a>. Together, they had three children: Jett, <a href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Ella_Bleu_Travolta">Ella Bleu</a>, and Benjamin. Following the birth of their third child, the couple sought marriage counseling to strengthen their relationship. Travolta later stated that counseling had a positive impact on their marriage. The family was known for maintaining a relatively private life outside of public events.</p>

<h2>Legal Allegations and Lawsuits</h2>
<p>Over the years, Travolta has faced several legal and media controversies. In 2012, a lawsuit was filed against him by a male masseur alleging sexual assault. Travolta’s attorney firmly denied the allegations, calling them completely fictitious. A second masseur later made similar allegations, but both complainants eventually dropped their cases, and no official reasons were provided for their withdrawal.</p>

<h2>Claims of a Relationship with Doug Gotterba</h2>
<p>In 2012, Doug Gotterba, a former pilot who worked for Travolta’s aviation company, publicly claimed that he had a six-year consensual romantic relationship with the actor, alleging that it began while he was employed by Travolta. Gotterba also claimed that their association became uncomfortable, particularly as John's physical appearance changed over time.</p>

<p>Doug initiated legal action following a reported cease-and-desist letter from Travolta's attorney, claiming that he was never under any confidentiality agreement preventing him from speaking to the media. The case ultimately centered on whether such an agreement existed, rather than the validity of the relationship itself.</p>

<h2>Other Controversial Claims</h2>
<p>Additionally, an unnamed cruise ship worker claimed that Travolta had made inappropriate advances, including an offer of money in exchange for silence. The claimant presented a video but failed to substantiate the claim with sufficient sexual misconduct allegations, leading to the case’s dismissal.</p>

<p><a href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Robert_Randolph">Author</a> <a href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Robert_Randolph">Robert Randolph</a>, who wrote the book <i>You’ll Never Spa in This Town Again</i>, alleged that Travolta frequented gay bathhouses. Travolta and his legal team denied the claims, questioning <a href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Robert_Randolph">Randolph</a>’s credibility by citing reported mental health issues. <a href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Robert_Randolph">Randolph</a> responded by filing a defamation suit, arguing the actor’s statements negatively impacted his reputation.</p>

<h2>Public Presence and Media Avoidance</h2>
<p>Following the series of allegations and rumors, Travolta began limiting his public appearances. Though he continued to attend select events, he was less frequently seen at industry gatherings and reportedly kept a lower profile. Neither Travolta nor his wife, <a href="/biography/kelly-preston">Kelly Preston</a>, publicly addressed the rumors and allegations in detail.</p>

<h2>Marriage Resilience and Public Appearances</h2>
<p>Despite the controversies, John Travolta and <a href="/biography/kelly-preston">Kelly Preston</a> remained together. In 2014, the couple made a public appearance in coordinated outfits at the 11<sup>th</sup> Annual Living Legends of Aviation Awards, signaling family unity. Their marriage, which spanned more than two decades, endured significant challenges, including persistent media scrutiny and the devastating loss of their eldest son, Jett, in 2009.</p>

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