Mourning Mother Kelly Preston Won't Speak About Jett Yet


Updated 08/31/09 11:25 PM · Posted by LilSugar · 2 comments

Mourning Mother Kelly Preston Won't Speak About Jett Yet

To be predeceased by a child is a parent's nightmare that became the sad reality for John Travolta and Kelly Preston when their son died last January. The Hollywood couple has remained out of the public eye as they lament the loss of their late 16-year-old, Jett. In July, it was announced that Kelly would break her silence and speak out about her devastation on a grief and resilience panel at the Read more

Sugar Bits — George Clooney Returns to ER


Updated 01/24/09 11:02 AM · Posted by · 9 comments

Photo of George Clooney, Who Is Filming New Scenes For His Return to ER

As most of you hoped, George Clooney will be returning to ER for one more episode. He is filming with his love interest Julianna Margulies today and tomorrow in LA, and it is expected to air in February. — Life & Style Barack Obama retook his oath of office last night with Chief Justice John Roberts in "an abundance of caution," since the words were messed up at the inauguration. — Read more

Sugar Bits — Ana Ortiz Is Pregnant With Her First Baby


Updated 01/09/09 5:30 PM · Posted by · 6 comments

Ana Ortiz Is Pregnant With Her First Baby

Ugly Betty's Ana Ortiz and her husband Noah Lebenzon are having their first child together. The baby is due in July. — Us Weekly Amy Winehouse threw a glass of water at a fellow tourist while on her St. Lucia vacation and refused to apologize until the hotel informed her the woman might want to press charges. — PopSugar UK Kevin Costner was briefly hospitalized in LA on Tuesday when he felt Read more

Sugar Bits — Josh Brolin Cleared of Charges


Updated 01/07/09 5:30 PM · Posted by · 4 comments

Josh Brolin Cleared of Charges in Shreveport Bar Brawl

All charges were dismissed against Josh Brolin and Jeffrey Wright after they were arrested in a bar brawl with cops in Shreveport last July. — TMZ The woman who unknowingly acted as a decoy for Jamie Lynn Spears is suing the LAX police department for $2 million to compensate her for the "humiliation, fear and harassment" she felt after being swarmed by paparazzi. — E! Online The Travolta Read more

Kiddie Wellness: Seizures


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Jett Travolta Died From Seizure

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Sugar Bits — Patrick Swayze Opens Up to Barbara Walters


Updated 01/07/09 10:46 AM · Posted by · 10 comments

Patrick Swayze Gives First TV Interview Since Pancreatic Cancer Diagnosis to 20/20

Patrick Swayze's first television interview since he was diagnosed with pancreatic cancer airs tomorrow on 20/20. He reveals how tough the battle with his illness has been. — ABC Jett Travolta's body was cremated yesterday, and his autopsy results concluded his death was directly caused by a seizure. His ashes have been flown back to Florida with his parents. — AP Jessica Simpson is Read more

John Travolta's Son Dies From Possible Complications of Kawasaki Disease


Updated 01/10/09 4:38 AM · Posted by FitSugar · 8 comments

John Travolta's Son Dies From Possible Complications of Kawasaki Disease

Sad news came over the weekend when John Travolta and Kelly Preston's son, Jett Travolta, passed away while on vacation in the Bahamas. At only 16 years old, Jett reportedly was found in a bathtub on Friday, Jan. 2., after suffering from a seizure and hitting his head. At age two, Jett was diagnosed with Kawasaki disease, a condition that involves swelling of the arteries, which can cause serious Read more

Sugar Bits — Autopsy for Jett Travolta Begins Today


Updated 01/05/09 9:23 PM · Posted by · 5 comments

Photo of Jett Travolta, Whose Autopsy Is Scheduled For Today in the Bahamas

Jett Travolta's autopsy will be performed today in the Bahamas, following the 16-year-old's tragic death at the end of last week. John Travolta and his wife released a statement expressing their gratitude for everyone's condolences. — Us Weekly Marley & Me topped the box office once again this weekend, earning more than $100 million in 11 days. Bedtime Stories came in second place with Read more

How to Help Parents Grieving the Loss of a Child


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How to Help Parents Grieving the Loss of a Child

Actor John Travolta and his wife, Kelly Preston suffered a devastating loss on Friday when their 16-year-old son, Jett, died. Being predeceased by a child is a parent's worst nightmare. The mere thought of losing one's offspring is enough to bring a mother or father to tears. The reality is difficult to fathom so finding the words to appropriately comfort someone who is grieving such a loss can Read more

John Travolta and Kelly Preston's Statement About Jett's Death


Updated 01/05/09 2:38 PM · Posted by · 31 comments

Photo of Jett Travolta, John Travolta and Kelly Preston Release Statement About Jett's Death

As more details start to emerge about John Travolta and Kelly Preston's 16-year-old son, Jett's tragic death on Friday, fans of the famous family have been expressing their condolences and sadness. After working on it for some time, the family released a statement today on both John and Kelly's websites. It says: "We would like to extend our deepest and most heartfelt thanks to everyone who has Read more