On what would have been his son Jett’s 30th birthday, John Travolta took to Instagram to pay a heartfelt tribute to his late son. Jett, who tragically passed away in 2009 at the age of 16, was the son of Travolta and his late wife Kelly Preston. He suffered a fatal accident after banging his head on a bathtub during a seizure.

Accompanied by a touching black and white snapshot of the two of them, the Grease star penned a message that conveyed his deep longing: “My dearest Jetty, I miss you more than words can describe. I keep you in my thoughts each and every day. Have a wonderful birthday! Sincerely, your Father.”

Jett, born in 1992, faced challenges throughout his life, including seizures and being diagnosed with autism. Despite these difficulties, he had an extraordinary impact on the lives of those around him, emanating a radiant light wherever he went.

Travolta and Preston shared the devastating news of Jett’s passing while on vacation at their vacation house in the Bahamas. In a heartfelt statement at the time, they expressed how Jett had brought immense joy to everyone he touched: “Jett lit up the lives of everyone he touched.” They cherished the time they had with him, even though it was tragically cut short.

Travolta and Preston were also blessed with two more children, Benjamin and Ella Bleu. Ella Bleu, born in 2000, continues to be a source of light in their lives.

In July 2020, the Travolta family faced another heartbreaking loss when Kelly Preston passed away after a two-year battle with breast cancer. She was only 57 years old. Travolta expressed his commitment to being there for their children as they grieved the loss of their mother, acknowledging the immense outpouring of love and support they had received.

As we remember Jett on his 30th birthday, let us also honor the legacy of love and strength left behind by both Jett and Kelly Preston. Their enduring spirits will forever be etched in the hearts of those who knew them.