My husband, Johnny, made his directorial debut creating a special Mother’s Day video for me. I was so moved and love it so much that I wanted to share it with all of you. Happy Mother’s Day to anyone who mothers a child.
Love, Kelly
My husband, Johnny, made his directorial debut creating a special Mother’s Day video for me. I was so moved and love it so much that I wanted to share it with all of you. Happy Mother’s Day to anyone who mothers a child.
Love, Kelly
Kelly appeared on “The Conversation” Thursday, May 10th on Lifetime.
Pick up the latest copy (May 7 issue) of People Magazine “Beautiful Issue”- on newsstands now.
Watch Kelly on The Late Late Show with Craig Ferguson from April 19!
April 14th was a great day for moms and babies when actresses Kelly Preston, Jenna Elfman and former boxer Laila Ali, hosted an afternoon tea dedicated to educating and encouraging moms of all ages to make healthier lifestyle choices on behalf of their children.
Partnering up with non-profit organizations Best for Babes and Healthy Child Healthy World they all worked to create “learning stations” in every room of Jenna Elfman’s beautiful Hollywood Hills home, encouraging guests to explore and educate themselves about the best breastfeeding techniques, as well as easy non-toxic living practices.
“When I first had my son 20 years ago and learned that he had special needs, I discovered that his health was directly related to the toxins and chemicals in our environment. I vowed to learn everything I could about the hidden dangers we are surrounded by on a daily basis, and I wanted to find the best ways to prevent exposure to them and to avoid bringing those toxic substances into my home,” says Kelly Preston.
Ms. Ali added, “When I first started educating myself on taking care of my baby, the first thing I learned was how important it was to breastfeed; the bonding with the baby, the nutrition, the immune protection. I realized this was something I had to do, whether I wanted to or not. And I knew it wouldn’t be easy, but it was a fight I had to be part of!”
As guests toured Ms. Elfman’s home, they were introduced to the basics of getting a good breastfeeding start, managing milk supply, and getting help from experts in the area. There were representatives from Leading Lady on hand to help new and expecting moms with fittings for comfortable, affordable and fashionable nursing bras.
As guests entered the nursery and attached bathroom, a Healthy Child Healthy World representative was there to answer any questions and provide information on simple ways to create a safer, cleaner nursery and home by using natural cleaning products, organic body care lotions and soaps, and chlorine-free diapers.
Each room of Ms. Elfman’s home featured some of the three hostesses’ favorite breastfeeding & non-toxic products. As Ms. Elfman put it “Education and awareness are the first steps. No one can do everything, but everyone can do something, and every action counts.”
Internationally known South African conservationist, author, humanitarian and founder of The Earth Organization, Lawrence Anthony passed away on March 2. He was 61.
An acknowledged African wildlife expert, Anthony is probably best known for his bold conservation initiatives, including the internationally acclaimed rescue of the Baghdad Zoo at the height of the war in Iraq in April 2003, and his expeditions into the jungles of Southern Sudan and the Democratic Republic of Congo, in an attempt to keep the Northern White Rhino from extinction.
Between 2002 and 2004 Anthony took part leave from his conservation activities to work with South Africa’s future leaders in a non political role during the evolution to democracy and appeared before Bishop Desmond Tutu’s Truth and Reconciliation Commission with a submission on the root causes of racism and apartheid in South Africa.
Among his many recognitions and awards, he was a recipient of the United Nations “Earth Day Medal” presented at the United Nations in New York in 2004. Recipient of the Earth Society “Earth Trustee” award presented at the United Nations in 2004 and he was an international member of the esteemed Explorers Club in New York.
For his bravery and initiative in the rescue of the Baghdad Zoo during the Iraq War in 2003 Lawrence was recognized by both the US and Iraqi governments and he was honored with the US Army 3rd Infantry Division “Regimental Medal”. This medal is only awarded during active service.
In 2007 Lawrence submitted the Wildlife in Warzones draft resolution to the United Nations in New York. The draft resolution obliges member states to protect wildlife and the environment in war zones and to treat zoos, game reserves, marine parks, veterinary facilities and game rangers as illegitimate targets of war. The resolution is being actively pursued internationally and is finding strong support and traction amongst member states.
Lawrence was the founder of the Earth Organization, an independent international conservation and environmental organization with a strong scientific orientation. Earth Org as it is popularly known has its head office in South Africa and operates in seventeen countries.
At a presentation in Washington, DC, respected author and journalist Tom Clynes named Lawrence amongst his six most impressive and influential people in a lifetime of reporting. Other names on the list include such luminaries as Sir Edmund Hilary.
Anthony was owner and long standing head of conservation on the Thula Thula Game reserve in Kwa Zulu Natal South Africa. Thula Thula is the oldest private game reserve in Kwa Zulu Natal.
He leaves behind his wife Francoise, his two sons and two grandsons.
See the CBS video of the Baghdad Zoo rescue:
Pick up the latest copy (February 6 issue) of People Magazine and check out my article – it’s on newsstands now.
From People.com
When Kelly Preston gave birth to her son Benjamin Travolta a year ago, she knew losing the baby weight wouldn’t be easy.
“When I got pregnant at 48, I didn’t know if my body would bounce back,” the actress tells PEOPLE.
Turns out, Preston had no need to worry. Not only did she shed the baby weight, but over the past year she’s dipped below her pre-pregnancy weight – and is relishing a new figure and renewed vitality as she approaches the mid-century mark.
“I lost 39 lbs., have more energy than I had 20 years ago – and I feel amazing,” Preston says. “I’m going to be turning 50 next year – holy s–––! Hey, 50 is the new 30.”
So besides tennis and keeping up with an active baby, what’s her secret? The Organic Liaison weight-loss program created by Preston and John Travolta’s close friend Kirstie Alley, who cleared her own hurdle this summer when she dropped 100 lbs.
“I was so excited when my best friend created Rescue Me,” says Preston of the diet plan’s organic supplement system that targets cravings and “boosts natural energy,” according to the Organic Liaison website.
“It’s pretty much the most genius thing ever,” says Preston, who recently signed on as the weight-loss system’s spokesperson.
But a rocking a new body is not the only cause for joy in the Travolta household.
“We just celebrated Ben’s first birthday,” she says. “I can’t believe it’s already been a year.”
Click on the links below to read some more recent press about Kelly’s weight loss.
Click here to see my Organic Liaison Journey
I’ve always been a big supporter of health and organics. The two go hand-in-hand for me. When it comes to keeping in shape, I’m the first to take up the most natural route: eating well (organic) and staying active.
When I got pregnant at 48, I knew it would take some work to get my body back in shape. I started drinking Rescue Me (USDA certified organic weight loss product), created by my best friend for her weight loss program, Organic Liaison. In short, it’s amazing on your appetite and your energy level. I’ve lost 39 pounds. I have more energy than I had 20 years ago and I feel incredible.
I love Rescue Me and the Organic Liaison program for promoting an organic lifestyle – and for helping me bounce back.
Here are a couple articles on the subject:
Access Hollywood
People.com
Earlier this month, I was in Hawaii and met with some amazing heroes.
It was an honor to meet with Gen. Gary North, the Commander of the Pacific Air Force and Chief Master Sergeant Brooke McLean, along with honored Airmen of the Quarter and members of the Hawaii Air National Guard at Hickam Air Force Base.
I was so moved to meet Airmen and women who shared their jobs and lives with me. I was also glad to share with them our efforts to support the Hero’s Health Fund that benefits those who suffer from toxic exposure.
The Hawaii Air National Guard proudly showed me through one of their C-17 Globemaster’s, which they used to bring aid to earthquake and tsunami victims in Japan and have also used on many other humanitarian missions. I was deeply impressed with their service and commitment and was honored to have been invited to share the day with the General and his Airmen in the Courtyard of Heros, especially on the eve of the 70th Anniversary of Pearl Harbor. This is an extraordinary day to remember and I feel honored to have shared it with them.
I am on the cover of Health Magazine – September Issue. It’s the “Yes You Can” issue. On newsstands now. There are some fun photos with Ben. Pick up a copy… I hope you enjoy it.
I just came across this… It’s really powerful. A friend told me to “DROP EVERYTHING AND WATCH THIS RIGHT NOW! 
SERIOUSLY”…I’m glad I did.
LAS VEGAS - JUNE 11: (L-R) John Travolta, Kelly Preston and Utah Attorney General Mark Shurtleff attend the Heroes Health Fund Benefit for Ailing Firefighters and Policemen at The Wynn Hotel And Casino Resort on June 11, 2011 in Las Vegas, Nevada. (Photo by Michael Doven/Getty Images)
For more information on this program and some of the key locations it is being implemented, please visit the following websites:
www.sphwc.com
www.nydetox.org
www.utah‐detox.org
www.detoxacademy.org
For more information about the Heroes Health Fund,
or to make a donation, contact:
Severna Park Health & Wellness Center
645 Baltimore Annapolis Blvd, Suite 113
Severna Park, MD 21146
www.sphwc.com
From Extra.com
Travolta, honored by the Heroes Health Fund, a national charity overseeing the rehabilitation of first responders, firefighters, police officers and military personnel, shared his concern over America’s heroes and the health challenges they face. “After September 11, I observed the ill effects of the chemicals the firefighters, police and EMTs were exposed to.”
“Then I got to do this movie called ‘Ladder 49,’ and with my own eyes I got to see all the friends I made, who trained me in the movie, that they were suffering from ailments,” Travolta revealed.
Through the Heroes Health Fund, first responders can be treated using a therapeutic detoxification regimen consisting largely of exercise, time in a sauna and a diet of antioxidants. “It’s not easy. It’s a lot of vitamins, a lot of oils, a lot of sweating, but you know, the product is health,” the actor explained.
In June we traveled to Paris for a little family summer vacation.
August 6, 2011 Hollywood, California — Over 1,000 Scientologists and guests attended a gala event in Hollywood Saturday night, marking the 42nd anniversary of the Church of Scientology Celebrity Centre. Guests included many of the Church’s well-known members, including John Travolta, Kelly Preston, Anne Archer, Jenna Elfman, Jason Lee, Ethan Suplee, Erika Christensen, Priscilla Presley and Nancy Cartwright.
Kelly Preston, John Travolta, & Priscilla Presley at Celebrity Centre Gala 2011
John Travolta, John Gotti, Jr. and Kelly Preston attend the "Gotti: In the shadow of my father" press conference on April 12, 2011, in New York. (Credit: Getty)
I just signed on to play the role of Victoria Gotti Sr. in the film, “Gotti: In the Shadow of My Father.” I will be working with John and Ella again which is very exciting!
Here is an article:
On the evening of Sunday, May 29, Scientologists, friends and neighbors joined the Travoltas, including Ocala Mayor Randy Ewers, Ocala Police Major Dennis Yonce, and retired Fire Chief Dan Gentry at the ribbon cutting and grand opening ceremonies of the Church of Scientology Mission of Ocala, Florida. John and Kelly spearheaded establishment of the new Church in their adopted hometown. Located adjacent to the historic townsquare, the Mission of Ocala will offer Scientology beginning services to the community.
Photo by Michael Doven
The Travoltas proudly introduce their newest addition to their family, Benjamin, on the cover of the new HELLO! and People magazines (with interview and family photo album), available on newsstands Wednesday and Friday respectively.
To view the People magazine cover, click here.
and to view HELLO! click here.
I recently completed the film Casino Jack, directed by George Hickenlooper, starring alongside Kevin Spacey, Barry Pepper and Jon Lovitz. The film is about a hot shot Washington DC lobbyist, Jack Abramoff (Kevin Spacey) and his protégé, Michael Scanlon (Barry Pepper) who go down hard as their schemes to peddle influence lead to corruption and murder. I play Pam Abramoff in this dramatic comedy. Now available on DVD.
John and Kelly at the Nelson Mandela Children's Fund Event, June 12 2010 - Johannesburg
I just returned from an incredible trip with my family to Argentina, Rio de Janeiro, and South Africa! It was a wonderful trip!
South Africa truly is one of my favorite places to visit. One of the highlights was attending an event for The Nelson Mandela Children’s Fund in South Africa – to help raise awareness of their needs.
To learn more about this great organization, check out their website at: www.nelsonmandelachildrensfund.com
I loved Rio and Argentina! The people were very warm and friendly, the sights were gorgeous, and both had wonderful foods and great shopping!
Disney’s “The Last Song” was released on March 31st. I hope that you all had a chance to go out and see this wonderful movie. It was so much fun working with Miley Cyrus, Greg Kinnear, and all of the rest of the talented cast! Now available on DVD.
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 condolence 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
The enormous amount of love, support and condolence we have received from this community has been most humbling. Comforting words, thoughts and prayers of Ocala’s citizens have made an impossibly painful situation, a little less painful.
The actions of Ocala’s community leaders, its law enforcement professionals, our neighbors at Jumbolair and its surrounding communities have offered us the dignity to grieve the loss of our son and Ella’s brother in peace. For this we will always be grateful.
From the people who drove hours to drop off cards and flowers at our doorstep, to the service providers who made Jett’s ceremony so beautiful, thank you. Every person who we have encountered has offered to do anything in their power to help us, but add that they feel powerless to do so. We want all of you to know that you have already helped us. By sharing our grief, you lessen our burden. For all of the people who have kept Jett in their prayers, know that those prayers have given us inspiration and strength. What we have experienced in Ocala transcends neighborly civility. We have been treated as family. Although we lost a good part of the joy and radiance of our family, your embracing us as a member of your own has helped us to contend with our loss. In parting, we want all of you to cherish your loved ones and your friends like there was no tomorrow, to live your lives to the fullest by continuing to help one another, and to be true to yourselves.
Love, John, Kelly and Ella
We have always believed that a person’s true character reveals itself in the most difficult situations. For us, the loss of Jett on the morning of January 2 was the most difficult situation we could envision. The character, love and true friendship of the Bahamian people became immediately apparent during our time of crisis. From the Prime Minister and the former Prime Minister, who immediately expressed the condolence of the Bahamian people, to the management staff and employees of Old Bahama Bay who fiercely protected us from further hurt, at a real cost to themselves. From the police and medical professionals in charge of the official investigation who executed their responsibilities in a private and dignified manner, to the EMTs, Rand Memorial Hospital personnel and coroner whose pain was as evident as our own.
Of special note was the assistance of Keith McSweeney and his associate of the Restview Memorial Mortuary and Crematorium. The grace and accommodation extended by these gentlemen at this most difficult time will always be appreciated. All actions taken by both men were at our direction and pursuant to our express request.
The love, sympathy and protection as a member of your family, which was extended to us during this most trying of times, will never be forgotten.
We remain as one, with the people of the great island nation of the Bahamas.
Thank You.
Love, John, Kelly and Ella
