Transcript: Forbes.com Buzz Apr 18, 2008
Both Shirley MacLaine and Kelly Preston will be featured in upcoming Lifetime flicks. Now here's the question for you: Can Klum's water-cooler hit deliver the buzz that Andrea Wong is after. (Forbes -- Business)
Disney abides by 'Dude' pitch Apr 11, 2008
ICM repped both the scribes and Becker, who last directed "Wild Hogs" and is in post-production on "Old Dogs" for Disney, which stars John Travolta, Robin Williams, Bernie Mac, Kelly Preston, Matt Dillon and Seth Green. Special Report. (Variety)
The Clooney conundrum: handsome hero of Hollywood Apr 10, 2008
Then there's his beloved pet, the late Max, a 300lb pot-bellied Vietnamese pig given to him by Kelly Preston. Clooney often rhapsodised over his porcine buddy, who lived with him for 18 years, sometimes slept on his bed, and whose demise on 1 December, 2006, grieved him, he said, more than the loss of any ex-girlfriend. (Independent)
223 Days to the Election: A look at the race for 2008 on Wednesday Mar 26, 2008
Around that time, America Online founder Steve Case, actress Kelly Preston and former Dallas Cowboys lineman Mark Tuinei attended the school, which offers kindergarten through 12th grade on a lush hillside campus overlooking the Waikiki skyline and Pacific Ocean. Arriving after living four years in Indonesia, Obama felt like a misfit in his Indonesian sandals and old-fashioned clothes, the Democratic presidential contender recalled in his 1995 memoir, "Dreams From My Father.". (International Herald Tribune)
When to dodge, Mar 24, 2008
" Unlike Paramount's extensive marketing effort for "Drillbit," Fox Searchlight depends on publicity to boost its theatrical release campaigns. With little free media (and good but not gushing reviews) for "The Darjeeling Limited," the film came and went quickly, grossing just $11.9 million domestically and slightly more overseas. Disney chose a different strategy with December 2006's Mel Gibson movie "Apocalypto," whose release came on the heels of the actor-filmmaker's notorious anti-Semitic... (AZCentral -- Entertainment)
Commentary: A look around the world of sports Mar 23, 2008
To quote Kelly Preston s character in For Love of the Game , Is this not America. Is baseball not America s favortie pastime. (Rockingham Daily Journal, NC)
Travolta in St. Pete to boost Florida fim efforts, promote festival Mar 5, 2008
Actor John Travolta and his wife, actress Kelly Preston, were in downtown St. Petersburg Tuesday night, promoting the launch of the third annual Sunscreen Film Festival at an invitation-only event. The pair spoke of their love for Florida - they live in Ocala - and everything it has to offer filmmakers, independent and large-scale. (Tampa Bay Business Journal, FL)
Who's who of Hollywood glitterati hits town Mar 4, 2008
Cruise and scientologist pal Travolta, who brought wife Kelly Preston, implored the audience to dig deep into their hearts and wallets for the Clinton Giustra initiative. "Simply put, this is not your father's charity. Instead of helping one person, this helps millions," said Travolta, reading off the teleprompter, mispronouncing Giustra's name a couple times. (Toronto Star)
Stars turn to scarlet for this year's Oscar fashions Feb 26, 2008
Standing out in vibrant hues were Kelly Preston in a saffron-toned ruched strapless gown with flowing train, Amy Adams in a form-fitting forest green strapless dress and this year's youngest nominee 13-year-old Saoirse Ronan, who donned a simple flowing jade green gown. Sarah Larson, the girlfriend of George Clooney, was a style stunner in a pale blue strapless column with candy pink beading and tiered hemline. (Melbourne Herald Sun)
Oscars in the wings: Nerves, tears and cheers just offstage Feb 26, 2008
John Travolta and Kelly Preston approached to say hello. "What one are you?" Travolta asked. (Yahoo News -- Academy Awards)
Best dressed see la vie en red Feb 26, 2008
KELLY PRESTON: She actually spiced it up with a "streetlight yellow" (as E. host Ryan Seacrest dubbed it) Roberto Cavalli gown, so props to her. (Anchorage Daily News)
Elton John is the belle of the after-parties Feb 26, 2008
John Travolta and his wife, Kelly Preston, nibbled on food prepared by Wolfgang Puck, who chatted with guests while wearing his white chef's coat. Back at a viewing party in West Hollywood, the Envelope Please bash at The Abbey hosted by Jennifer Love Hewitt, who wore a dazzling white Elsie Katz Couture gown housed more than 500 guests underneath a tent strung with hundreds of tiny yellow lights. (MSNBC -- News)
There will be blood (red) - on the Oscar carpet Feb 26, 2008
The Roberto Cavalli strapless marigold gown worn by Kelly Preston added sunshine to the ceremonies and Cameron Diaz's powder pink pleated Christian Dior seemed a perfect fit for the effervescent actress. The stark contrast of a white gown on the red carpet was the choice not only of Cotillard. (International Herald Tribune)
Okay, exactly WHAT were we going to miss? Feb 26, 2008
Honourable mention: Heidi Klum in red; Katherine Heigl in red; Kelly Preston in stoplight-yellow; and Jessica Alba in wine the colour, not the drink, although that would be pretty good, too. ROID RAGE: During CTVs red-carpet coverage, George Clooney had a brief eye-rolling moment when Jeanne Beker asked him if he was pumped. (Winnipeg Sun)
Oscar night in real time: 'Welcome to the make-up sex' Feb 25, 2008
He let his wife Kelly Preston wear the dress tonight. Ha. (Seacoast New Hampshire)
Oscar Fashion: Sweet P Of 'Project Runway' Blogged Live From The Red Carpet -- And Her First Victim Was Heidi Klum! Feb 25, 2008
6:53 p.m.: John Travolta and Kelly Preston. Kelly in an orange Roberto Cavalli strapless chiffon gown. (VHI.com -- Music News)
Remembering some good old days with John Travolta Feb 24, 2008
Everyone wanted a moment with John Travolta and Kelly Preston during the Red Rose Ball on Feb. 15, but one person already knew him more intimately than most. Robin Albaneze's first job after college was doing whatever was needed during summer stock in Skowhegan, Maine. (Florida Times-Union)
John Travolta and Kelly Preston Help Raise $1.2 million for Neonatal Intensive Care Unit at St. Vincent's Hospital in Jacksonville, Florida Feb 23, 2008
John Travolta and Kelly Preston Help Raise $1 ... John Travolta and Kelly Preston Help Raise $1 ... Feb. 22 /PRNewswire/ -- John Travolta and Kelly Preston were honored guests at the 27th annual Red Rose Ball held in Jacksonville, Florida on February 15. (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
Travolta, Preston wow crowds, help infants Feb 17, 2008
JOAO BICALHO/The Times Union Kelly Preston and John Travolta attend Friday night;s Red Rose Ball, a fundraiser for the St. Vincent HealthCare Foundation;s Marcia C. and Ricardo Morales Jr. Infant Nursery ... When you are as instantly recognizable as John Travolta and fly all over the world, it's hard to imagine that life holds many more "firsts." But he and his wife, Kelly Preston, experienced one Friday night - a police escort through Jacksonville's rush-hour traffic. (Florida Times-Union)
Posted By Bonokoski, Mark Feb 16, 2008
" In the lead-up to the series, and in the wake of its publication, a number of strange things happened, and that's besides the church attempting to get a court injunction to stop publication, as well as the resulting law suits which had the church predictably suing the Sun for libel, and me suing the church for invasion of privacy. The extensive Scientology file in the Sun's library suddenly went missing from its lock up, and so too did the Scientology file and Scientology-related documents at... (Pembroke Daily Observer)
Red Rose Ball brings out the stars Feb 16, 2008
WILL DICKEY/The Times-UnionActor John Travolta (left) and his wife, Kelly Preston (center), were guests Friday night at the Red Rose Ball, a benefit for the St. Vincent's Health Foundation in Jacksonville ... There were no limos for John Travolta and his wife, Kelly Preston, who were honored guests Friday at St. Vincent's HealthCare's Red Rose Ball at the Jacksonville Marriott at Southpoint. (Florida Times-Union)
Pups face Hawaiis No. 1 team Dec 27, 2007
Its graduates include presidential candidate Barack Obama, AOL founder Steve Case, golfer Michelle Wie, Olympic gold medalist and movie star Buster Crabbe, former USC and current Tennessee Titans assistant coach Norm Chow, actress Kelly Preston, and "Dancing With The Stars" judge Carrie Ann Inaba. Others who attended the school include Chinese revolutionary leader Sun Yat-Sen and ebay founder Pierre Omidyar. (Hanford Sentinal, CA)
Simpson, Longoria design UGG Boots Dec 7, 2007
Penelope Cruz, John Travolta, Cindy Crawford, Minnie Driver, Miley Cyrus, Matthew McConaughey, Liv Tyler, Ellen DeGeneres, Ashton Kutcher, Ashlee Simpson, Kelly Ripa and Kelly Preston have also designed a pair of boots for the auction. The unique footwear will be available to buy until December 14. (AZCentral -- Entertainment)
Travolta, Preston Christmas Dec 7, 2007
Scientologists John Travolta, Kelly Preston celebrate Christmas ... Scientologists John Travolta, Kelly Preston celebrate Christmas ... 4, 2007 08:45 AM John Travolta and Kelly Preston celebrate Christmas, despite being Scientologists. (AZCentral -- Entertainment)
SoapNet Rolls Movie Slate Nov 19, 2007
Theatricals include Full Frontal, starring Julia Roberts, and Deception with Viggo Mortensen, as well as telefilm Deadly Sins with Alyssa Milano and Double Cross with Kelly Preston. The movie maneuver, beginning Dec. 2 at 10 p.m. with C. Thomas Howell in Dangerous Indiscretion, continues the diversification of SoapNet beyond the day-and-date time-shifted delivery of network soap operas. (Multichannel News)
Whose Manly Kiss? Nov 17, 2007
But don't worry, marriage fans, this peck is all above aboard as John's wife, Kelly Preston, was present. You can see for yourself in our. (Sky News)
Clooney tunes Oct 21, 2007
1987-1989 Linked with future Mrs Travolta, Kelly Preston. 1989 Married actress Talia Balsam, when he was 28. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Entertainment)
First-aid kits for kids make big hit Oct 1, 2007
Richelle keeps a file of customers' notes of appreciation, which include handwritten letters from actress Kelly Preston and model Brooke Burke. Distribution has grown from the Web site and a handful of local shops to 1,300 stores in eight countries. (AZCentral -- Business)
At the Cinema 09-27-2007 Sep 28, 2007
Starring Kevin Bacon, Garrett Hedlund, Kelly Preston, Aisha Tyler, John Goodman. Synopsis: A father (Kevin Bacon) goes out for revenge after his family is attacked in a senseless and heinous gang-initiation crime. (Plainview Daily Herald, TX)
Heres Johnny! Sep 14, 2007
His fellow Scientologist wife, Kelly Preston, makes a brief appearance too. Related Stories. (The Star Online, Malaysia)
Bad serving of revenge Sep 3, 2007
After each encounter, Nick comes home scuffed up and dirty, giving cause for vague worry for his clueless wife (Kelly Preston). Not so clueless is the police detective (Aisha Tyler) who figures out early that Nick is in over his head ("So, did you make war with the wrong dawg?" she says, in an example of the movie's laughable 'street' dialogue). (Edmonton Sun)
"Death Sentence" a brutal, stylish thriller Sep 2, 2007
"Death Sentence," with Kevin Bacon, Garrett Hedlund, Kelly Preston, Jordan Garrett, Stuart Lafferty, Aisha Tyler, John Goodman. Directed by James Wan, from a screenplay by Ian Jeffers. (Seattle Times)
Death Sentence Sep 2, 2007
The story follows Nick Hume (Kevin Bacon), a respectable, suburban Everyman whose idyllic life revolves around his "perfect" family: wife Helen (Kelly Preston) and teenage sons, Brendan (Stuart Lafferty) and Lucas (Jordan Garrett). Nick works at a risk assessment and liabilities firm where he is fairly high up the management food chain. (IGN)
PUT IT TO DEATH Sep 1, 2007
This does not sit well with the gang's leader (Garrett Hedlund), the brother of the perp, who tells Bacon that he has just "bought . . . a death sentence" for his wife (Kelly Preston) and younger son. The city's police department seems to consist almost entirely of a single detective (Aisha Tyler) who sees that Bacon has been wounded after the first perp's killing - but doesn't even question him, much less haul him off to jail. (New York Post -- Entertainment)
Death Sentence': Revenge with a side Sep 1, 2007
Starring Kevin Bacon, Garrett Hedlund, Kelly Preston, Aisha Tyler, John Goodman and Jordan Garrett. Written by Ian Jeffers. (Toronto Star)
An angry Bacon lifts 'Death Sentence' Aug 31, 2007
Bacon fares better than his supporting cast, which includes Kelly Preston as Hume's ill-fated wife, pretty boy Garrett Hedlund of "Troy" and "Friday Night Lights" as a passable gang leader, "Friends" veteran Aisha Tyler as a detective, and John Goodman as a gun runner in coke-bottle glasses ... Starring: Kevin Bacon, Garrett Hedlund, Kelly Preston, John Goodman. (Boston Globe -- Living)
Review: 'Sentence' really is punishment Aug 31, 2007
Death Sentence* (out of four)Stars: Kevin Bacon, Kelly Preston, Garrett Hedlund, Aisha Tyler, John GoodmanDirector: James WanDistributor: 20th Century FoxRating: R for strong, bloody, brutal violence and pervasive languageRunning time: 1 hour, 50 minutesOpens Friday nationwide. Review: 'Sentence' really is punishment. (USA Today -- Life)
Big money filmGreenwich to be featured in upcoming PBS documentary about finance Aug 29, 2007
Earlier this month, John Travolta, Robin Williams and Kelly Preston, along with an army of grips, gaffers and other film crew members, shot several scenes for the upcoming Disney move "Old Dogs" in town. Filmmakers are required to get approval for any commercial or promotional projects they want to do in town and pay a permitting fee of up to $250 for each day of shooting. (Greenwich Time)
The Dark Side Of Bacon Aug 26, 2007
In his latest, "Death Sentence," based on the sequel to Brian Garfield's novel that spawned Charles Bronson's 1974 revenge classic, "Death Wish," Bacon starts out as solid citizen Nick Hume, content with his job as an insurance executive, his pretty wife (Kelly Preston), his happy kids and a nice house in the suburbs. Within 15 minutes, tragedy strikes, and by the third act, Nick has a shaved head and has become a shotgun-wielding vigilante, blowing away tattooed thugs. (San Francisco Chronicle -- Entertainment)
In movies, a climate of unease and plots of revenge Aug 24, 2007
Nick Hume (played by Kevin Bacon) consoles his wife, Helen Hume (played by Kelly Preston), in the 2007 film "Death Sentence," directed by James Wan. (Fox Atomic). (International Herald Tribune -- Arts)
Movie shoot in town gets a four-star rating Aug 18, 2007
Gaias Christian Villa, Laura Gillis and Mateo Aguirre enjoy a toast at what is now the hottest table in town since Kelly Preston and Robin Williams sat here filming a scene for Old Dogs ... But she said she made up for that in business from movie production workers and actors, including a visit by Travolta's wife and co-star, Kelly Preston. (Greenwich Time)
Staying Sober Aug 14, 2007
Tuesday, August 14, 2007 Last Update: 09:55 AM EDT. A LITTLE FANTASY, A LITTLE REALITY. (New York Post -- Gossip)
Actors ham it up for audience on-screen and off Aug 10, 2007
The movie stars John Travolta, his wife, Kelly Preston, their daughter Ella, funny man Robin Williams and actress Rita Wilson, who is best known for producing My Big Fat Greek Wedding along with husband Tom Hanks. The movie is a comedy about two friends, Travolta and Williams, who find themselves in the care of twins, played by Ella Travolta, 7, and Conner Rayburn, 8. (Greenwich Time)
Continue reading Aug 9, 2007
"Reno's a tough team. They're very well-coached.''The Hawaii team consists of players from the Punahou School, an acclaimed private K-12 institution in Honolulu that boasts 2008 Presidential candidate Barrack Obama, golfer Michelle Wie, eBay founder Pierre Omidyar, actress Kelly Preston and Chinese revolutionary leader Dr. Sun Yat-Sen on a long list of famous alumni.Punahou also has a reputation for baseball excellence.Its 2007 high school team was ranked No. 25 nationally by USA Today and won... (Hanford Sentinal, CA)
'Old Dogs' comes calling on Greenwich Ave. Aug 9, 2007
By Martin B. Cassidy Staff Writer Published August 9 2007 While Robin Williams and Kelly Preston were inside Gaia yesterday filming a scene, Carla Orlando stood on the sidewalk hoping for a sighting of one of her favorite actors, John Travolta. Her camera at the ready, Orlando, 47, of Greenwich, said she first saw Travolta in the movie "Grease" as a teenager growing up in Italy. (Greenwich Time)
Travolta has parasol carrier Aug 8, 2007
The film - which also stars Travolta's wife Kelly Preston and Matt Dillon - is about two business partners who, in a bizarre twist of fate, end up in the care of seven-year-old twins. Travolta recently confessed he abuses his celebrity status and loves being fawned over by staff in top restaurants. (AZCentral -- Entertainment)
Travolta calls Greenwich home during filming Aug 6, 2007
By Hoa Nguyen Staff Writer Published August 6 2007 GREENWICH - John Travolta and his family are living in a backcountry house for the summer as they work on their latest movie project, "Old Dogs," a Disney movie starring Travolta; his wife, Kelly Preston; their 7-year-old daughter, Ella, and Robin Williams. This week, filming will wind its way to Gaia on Greenwich Avenue. (Stamford Advocate)
SDSU's Tony Gwynn Pinpoints Hall of Fame Moment Jul 30, 2007
" --- BY THE NUMBERS: If numbers are a barometer, baseball is thriving. Hall of Fame president Dale Petroskey announced Sunday that 717,000 people attended games on Saturday, the largest number in history. And another 14,000 visited the Hall of Fame, the largest single-day attendance in its 68-year history. The estimated crowd of 75,000 that showed up for Sunday's induction of Tony Gwynn and Cal Ripken Jr. easily eclipsed the previous mark of 50,000 set in 1999 when Robin Yount, Nolan Ryan,... (Mac-Sports.com)
Fox Atomic Announces Presence at San Diego Comic-Con 2007 Jul 24, 2007
The initiatives planned will include signings and giveaways on behalf of the Fox Atomic graphic novels The Nightmare Factory (retails 9/07), 28 Days Later: The Aftermath, and The Hills Have Eyes: The Beginning; an online sweepstakes to win the 1969 Ford Mustang from the film Death Sentence (8/31), starring Kevin Bacon, John Goodman, and Kelly Preston, and directed by James Wan (Saw); and a contest at the Fox Atomic booth where fans enter to win a Fender Stratocaster guitar signed by the cast of... (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
ESPN blows out coverage of Becks Jul 22, 2007
"I've always loved the American people." The show revealed that Becks would love another child and is starstruck by the likes of John Travolta and Kelly Preston. Reporter Bonnie Bernstein provided news from the red carpet and celebrity row, which offered her an opportunity to utter the phrase "Tom-Kat" and interview the likes of Jennifer Love Hewitt, who called the 1-0 game "better than any movie premiere." (Alas, I was hoping Bernstein would ask Love Hewitt about Michael Vick. (SportsIllustrated.CNN -- Soccer)
Travolta sues airport over his Boeing 707's ban Jul 22, 2007
Hollywood actor and Qantas ambassador John Travolta receives a kiss from his wife and actress Kelly Preston in the cockpit of airbus A380 at Brisbane International Airport in 2005 ... Hollywood actor and Qantas ambassador John Travolta receives a kiss from his wife and actress Kelly Preston in the cockpit of airbus A380 at Brisbane International Airport in 2005. (The Age, Australia)
Push It Like Beckham Jul 21, 2007
Don t be surprised to see John Travolta and Kelly Preston at the MoCA event, as well. Earlier this week, Holmes who had been with Cruise prepping his Nazi movie flew from Berlin to New York to help Travolta publicize Hairspray. (Fox News)
Hotels so nice, celebrities call them home Jul 20, 2007
At the Pink Beach Club in Bermuda, where John Travolta and Kelly Preston have lived, the hotel will do anything to provide a seamless home away from home experience. Theyll make the room completely dark for guests to sleep off jet lag, set up an Italian coffee machine so they can sip their daily espresso in their suite or help out with choosing a nanny. (MSNBC -- Travel)
Travolta's Latest Comeback Jul 20, 2007
Though I'm startled at having been spot-cast to play Travolta to his Stanwyck, I'm also tickled by what his actress wife Kelly Preston, who a few minutes before served us iced tea and scones, might find a curious sight: one middle-aged, heavyset man bear-hugging another. In a way, Travolta's giving me an in-person demonstration of the intimate bond he has created with moviegoers and is ever ready to display. (Time.com)
Travolta's 'half-full' attitude keeps long career flying high Jul 19, 2007
Now the father of two -- son, Jett and daughter Ella Bleu -- and married to actress Kelly Preston since 1991, Travolta revels in his success as an actor. It's not too shabby what financial success brings in the way of "toys," either. (USA Today -- Money)
John Travoltagets in touchwith hisfeminine side Jul 16, 2007
Asked about Naff's comments, he did not protest with allusions to his wife of 15 years, the actress Kelly Preston, or their two children. He merely said he was completely comfortable around gay people, that Edna wasn't gay anyway, and that the claims about Scientology were inaccurate. (Taipei Times)
John Travolta m Jul 15, 2007
For his next film, Travolta is co-starring with wife Kelly Preston, 44, in a comedy called Old Dogs. In the film, the Travoltas daughter Ella Bleu, 7, is scheduled to play their youngster. (Wilkes Barre Times-Leader)
Denise Who? Charlie Sheen Scores Fiance Jul 12, 2007
I never knew that Charlie accidentally shot Kelly Preston ... Btw, prinegrly, wishing anyone dead such as Kelly Preston is just bad form. (E! Online)
Premiere gives L.A. a spritz of 'Hairspray' Jul 12, 2007
Sign up to receive our free Books e-newsletter and get the top news of the day in your inbox. Get breaking news in your inbox as it happens. (USA Today -- Life)
Valentino's dream night Jul 9, 2007
Hollywood superstar John Travolta and his stunning wife, actress Kelly Preston, added a little wattage to the Boston Symphony Orchestra's opening night at Tanglewood on Friday. The A-listers were the guests of James Taylor and his wife, Kim. (Boston Globe)
First Look: Death Sentence Jul 8, 2007
"Obviously genre wise, it's different," says Wan of the new movie, which also stars John Goodman, Kelly Preston, and Aisha Tyler. "But you know, my love for thrillers and stuff like that does find its way into pretty much all the films I do, unless I'm doing something in a completely different genre. And Death Sentence, for me, although it is a genre film, it allows me to play with a lot of things I haven't done with [previously], which is to tell a good family drama and concentrate on the... (IGN FilmForce)
The HeldenFiles column is back and so is... Miss Free as a Bird. Jun 28, 2007
John Travolta tells the July issue of Reader's Digest that he and wife Kelly Preston want to have another child and will start working on it this summer. They already have a 15-year-old son and a 7-year-old daughter. (Akron Beacon Journal, OH -- Entertainment)
It wasn't For Love of the Game but I'm still happy with my Wimbledon finale. Jun 26, 2007
I guess the upside of choosing the movie turned out to be looking at Kelly Preston for 90 minutes. Sadly, the reality for me is I probably played my last singles match at Wimbledon. (SportsIllustrated.CNN)
T-R-A-V-O-L-T-A Jun 22, 2007
" By the early Eighties, Travolta's career was starting to slide, and by the late Eighties and early Nineties he was reduced to playing second fiddle to a baby that could talk like Bruce Willis in Look Who's Talking. Travolta and wife Kelly Preston But as everyone knows, it was Quentin Tarantino's casting of Travolta in the 1994 movie Pulp Fiction as the Royale-with-cheese-loving hitman Vincent Vega that brought him back to the top - and apart from the odd blip, he has managed to stay there. His... (The Drudge Report)
Dance saved Travolta Jun 22, 2007
text size John Travolta with his wife, Kelly Preston, in Honolulu, Hawaii, May 24, 2007. Recent Headlines. (AZCentral -- Entertainment)
