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Colon Cancer Breakthrough Emerges After Illness Claims James Van Der Beek And Catherine O’Hara

February 18, 2026
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Colon Cancer Breakthrough Emerges After Illness Claims James Van Der Beek And Catherine O'Hara Anwesha NagWed, February 18, 2026 at 4:57 PM UTC 0 Scientists in South Korea have made a breakthrough in colorectal cancer research, the secondmost common cause of cancer casualties in the United States. The illness refers to an abnormal growth of cells on the inside wall of the large intestine. The recent demise of James Van Der Beek and Catherine O'Hara have shed significant light on the lifethreatening risks of the disease, as well as the role processed foods might have in causing it.

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Scientists in South Korea have made a breakthrough in colorectal cancer research, the second-most common cause of cancer casualties in the United States.

The illness refers to an abnormal growth of cells on the inside wall of the large intestine.

The recent demise of James Van Der Beek and Catherine O'Hara have shed significant light on the life-threatening risks of the disease, as well as the role processed foods might have in causing it.

"Why are we not banning the same ingredients as Europe does?" one fan said.

South Korean researchers have found a way to slow down colorectal cancer

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In a study published in Nucleic Acids Research on January 14, 2026, a team of South Korean researchers revealed that blocking a protein could be the path to decelerate the spread of colorectal cancer.

The scientists found that shutting down a gene called N-methyl-D-aspartate receptor synaptonuclear signaling and neuronal migration factor (NSMF) can cause "irreversible cellular aging" in tumors.

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The study describes NSMF as "a novel and critical regulator of replication stress in colorectal cancer." It produces a protein that allows cancerous cells to rapidly divide, causing DNA damage and driving new mutations.

Laboratory and mouse experiments have shown that forcing the NSMF gene to stop functioning slows tumor growth and, in some cases, stops it completely, by inducing a state of permanent aging in cancer cells.

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NSMF suppression prolonged survival in 33.5% of mouse models compared with untreated controls.

"Mechanistically, NSMF deficiency impairs replication fork progression under stress conditions, resulting in DNA damage accumulation, growth arrest, and senescence," the study said.

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Moreover, the blocking did not cause any damage to the healthy intestinal cells in the mice. An unavoidable impact on non-cancerous cells is one of the biggest drawbacks of chemotherapy at the moment.

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Dr. Kyeong Jin Shin, the lead author of the study and a researcher at Ulsan National Institute of Science and Technology, said that developing medicines that block the protein could serve as a "novel treatment approach" in humans.

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Colon cancer rates are alarmingly spiking in US adults aged under 50

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Dr. Céline Gounder said on CBS News that colon cancer is now the leading cause of cancer-related demises among people aged under 50 in the United States.

All ages combined, it is the third-leading cause of cancer-related casualties in men, and fourth-leading cause in women. In 2026, the disease is expected to take 55,230 lives, according to the American Cancer Society.

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The report also said that more people getting screened in time has dropped the rate of colorectal cancer diagnosis in older adults, but younger people have not had the same luck.

In people younger than 50, rates have increased by 2.9% per year from 2013 to 2022. In adults aged 50-64, the rate has increased only by 0.4% per year during this time.

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While lifestyle, diet, diabetes, tobacco and liquor consumption, and family history of colorectal cancer are all significant risk factors, demises are often caused by late diagnosis, said Dr. Gounder.

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"Younger people, aged under 50, have not been benefiting from colonoscopies," Dr. Goudner said. "Recently, the US Preventive Services Task Force recommended dropping the age of first screening to age 45, because we have seen an increase in colon cancer rates in younger people."

Fans of the actors are reportedly rushing to get their colorectal cancer screening done after their passing

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Medical examiner reports after O'Hara's passing revealed rectal cancer as the underlying reason. The illness caused a blood clot in her lungs, known as a pulmonary embolism.

Van Der Beek, who passed away at 48 on February 11, 2026, was diagnosed with colorectal cancer in 2023. As Bored Panda reported previously, the Dawson's Creek actor ignored early signs, mistaking them for symptoms of increased coffee intake and a sedentary lifestyle.

CBS News reported that usage of the free screening tool of Colorectal Cancer Alliance, a nonprofit organization fighting the disease, has tripled since the actors' passing.

Fans also showed an increase in concern on social media, sparking a discourse on ways to prevent colorectal cancer or detect it early.

"The s**t in the food, sprayed in the air, unfiltered from our water," one user said. It's amazing that anyone lives well into their 70s & 80s anymore."

"It should lead to earlier screening, too," another added. "45 might not be early enough. Maybe 42."

"IF YOU HAVE A HISTORY, GET SCREENED," one person wrote. "My husband was 6 years away from the recommended age of screening, BUT because of a random symptom, he had a colonoscopy, and they found a pre-cancerous polyp. If we had waited, we would have been too late."

"Don't wait till 45 to get checked." People on the internet showed concern about colon cancer rates after the actors' passing.

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Tell Me Lies season 3 ending explained: Do Stephen and Lucy end up together?

February 18, 2026
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See what showrunner Meaghan Oppenheimer told EW about the &34;tragedy of Stephen.&34; Tell Me Lies season 3 ending explained: Do Stephen and Lucy end up together? See what showrunner Meaghan Oppenheimer told EW about the &34;tragedy of Stephen.&34; By Allison DeGrushe :maxbytes(150000):stripicc()/allisondegrusheEWbiophotoe5f8e89253c84b7085a43c502a3051a4.jpg) Allison DeGrushe Allison DeGrushe is a timely SEO writer at . She has been working at since 2025. Her work has previously appeared on Distractify. EW's editorial guidelines February 17, 2026 6:46 p.m.

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- *Tell Me Lies' *season 3 finale turned out to be the Hulu hit's *series* finale.

- It ends with an explosive monologue at Bree and Evan's wedding that exposes the many secrets driving the drama.

- Showrunner Meaghan Oppenheimer opened up to EW about the "tragedy of Stephen."

It's time to say goodbye to Lucy (Grace Van Patten), Stephen (Jackson White), and the messy, scandal-filled world of *Tell Me Lies*.

Right before the season 3 finale dropped on Hulu, showrunner Meaghan Oppenheimer surprised fans by announcing it would also be the series finale.

"This was always the ending my writing team and I had in mind, and we are insanely proud of it," she wrote on Instagram. "Your incredible response to this season inspired us to explore whether there was another organic way to continue the story, but ultimately we felt it had reached its natural conclusion."

The final stretch of season 3 left viewers with tons of questions: Who actually leaks Lucy's video? Even with Bree (Cat Missal) marrying Evan (Branden Cook), could she and Wrigley (Spencer House) still be endgame? And, of course, do Lucy and Stephen end up together? We break it all down below.

Does Stephen go to Yale?

Jackson White as Stephen in 'Tell Me Lies' season 3

Jackson White as Stephen in 'Tell Me Lies' season 3.

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The finale begins with a heart-to-heart between Diana and Lucy. Diana admits she's passing on Yale just to avoid Stephen, which Lucy says is unfair. Lucy vents about how he's been making her feel insane since the day they met, and Diana finally confesses she believes Lucy about Stephen's role in Macy's (Lily McInerny) death all those years ago.

Lucy tries to get back at Stephen by crashing his Yale reception and sabotaging his admission by tipping off a staff member about his dangerous behavior. Stephen catches on and cuts her off, but the damage is already done.

The true (and relatable) story behind 'Tell Me Lies' and the real 'Stephen' who inspired its toxic romance

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Later, Stephen gets a call from Yale informing him that his offer has been withdrawn. Yale discovered he had committed "severe online harassment," including sharing pornographic material.

When Stephen asks who reported him, they won't say. The scene then cuts to Wrigley, smirking in a way that indicates he's behind it. It makes sense, seeing as Diana told Pippa (Sonia Mena), who then told Wrigley, about Stephen sending her nudes to her father. **

Who leaked Lucy's confession tape?

Cat Missal as Bree and Grace Van Patten as Lucy in 'Tell Me Lies' season 3

Cat Missal as Bree and Grace Van Patten as Lucy in 'Tell Me Lies' season 3.

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At the wedding reception, it finally comes out: Bree is the one who leaked the tape. Stephen connects the dots after realizing that Bree had always known about Evan cheating on her with Lucy back in college.

Bree initially denies it to Stephen, but his explosive speech at the wedding reception forces her to own up to her actions. When Lucy demands answers, Bree replies, "It was impulsive and insane, and I've regretted it for six years."**

Do Bree and Wrigley end up together?

Cat Missal as Bree and Spencer House as Wrigley in 'Tell Me Lies' season 3

Cat Missal as Bree and Spencer House as Wrigley in 'Tell Me Lies' season 3.

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We've all been rooting for "Brigley" all season, but it never really looked like they'd make it… until the finale.

At the wedding reception, Stephen notes the tension between Bree and Wrigley and figures out they've been hooking up. During his speech, he reveals the truth about their affair.

As "Toxic" kicks in (brilliant choice), Evan is left blindsided. He lashes out at Wrigley, calling him a "slimy, f---ing rat." Wrigley doesn't deny it or defend himself. Instead, he shoots Bree a smile from across the room — and she smiles right back.

"I love that little smile between them," Oppenheimer told **. "In my mind, it's unlikely that this group stays friends. I don't think these people are gonna hang out together again. But I do think that that smile shows this moment between Bree and Wrigley of, 'Well, what the f---? We might as well give this a real shot because all of these other excuses have literally blown up in our faces.' They're meant to be together, I think. I want to imagine that they have a happy ending."

What happens at the end of Tell Me Lies?

Grace Van Patten as Lucy and Jackson White as Stephen in 'Tell Me Lies' season 3

Grace Van Patten as Lucy and Jackson White as Stephen in 'Tell Me Lies' season 3.

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After torching the wedding reception with that unhinged speech, Stephen finds Lucy and asks her to leave with him. Bree practically begs Lucy not to, telling her not to make another "completely embarrassing" mistake by getting in a car with the guy who already wrecked her life.

Even so, Lucy trails after him. Stephen slips right back into their old rhythm, insisting that it's "always more fun with you and me." She shuts it down fast, saying this isn't about true love — it's about winning.

"It's like college all over again," Lucy says, adding that he just wants the satisfaction of her picking him over everyone else. And once she does? He'll do what he does best — tear it all apart.

"Lucy, I just blew up my entire life. My engagement, all of my oldest friendships," he says. "If I f--- you over, I don't have anything. Why would I do that?"

Lucy looks at him, says she hates him, and gets in the car with him. Later, after pulling into a gas station. Lucy heads into the convenience store and grabs two coffees for them. When she walks outside, Stephen is gone. Only her bag is left behind, lying on the pavement.

"Of course, he was gonna leave her because he's Stephen," Oppenheimer explained to EW. "And I think the tragedy of Stephen is that he could have been happier if he had put his weapons down and made peace with Lucy because he does love Lucy in his very f---ed up way. But his desire to win and to hurt her more than she's hurt him is stronger. So he would rather hurt himself if it means hurting her. And that's why I don't think he'll ever be happy."

Instead of crying, Lucy bursts into laughter. "I always say that the tone of the show is at its best when it's as if there's an evil God watching the characters and laughing hysterically at all their places. And in that moment, Lucy sort of is in on the joke," Oppenheimer said.

"I like to believe that Lucy goes on from here and actually is able to have a happy life, but I think she needed to have that wake-up call," she added. "And so, for me, that's the moment of, 'Oh my God, what? Look at how dumb I am. Of course he left me.' And almost the ridiculousness of the moment. She has no choice but to laugh."

Where can I watch Tell Me Lies?

All three seasons of *Tell Me Lies *are now streaming on Hulu.

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'Malcolm in the Middle' Understood 'Wuthering Heights' Better Than The Movie Did

February 18, 2026
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&x27;Malcolm in the Middle&x27; Understood &x27;Wuthering Heights&x27; Better Than The Movie Did Keegan KellyWed, February 18, 2026 at 1:00 PM UTC 0 Catherine and Heathcliff aren't destined lovers with intertwined souls – not like Lois and Hal are. Emily Brontë's enduring classic Wuthering Heights has been a catalyst for controversy since it first hit shelves in 1847, but the most recent film adaptation has sparked more widespread and heated debate about the story of Northern English landowners and their desires than ever before.

'Malcolm in the Middle' Understood 'Wuthering Heights' Better Than The Movie Did

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Catherine and Heathcliff aren't destined lovers with intertwined souls – not like Lois and Hal are.

Emily Brontë's enduring classic Wuthering Heights has been a catalyst for controversy since it first hit shelves in 1847, but the most recent film adaptation has sparked more widespread and heated debate about the story of Northern English landowners and their desires than ever before. Director Emerald Fennell's Wuthering Heights is a stylized and indulgently loose take on the classic story that has been dissected, discussed and postulated upon by the greatest minds in literature, including by Mrs. Wilkerson and her son.

Long before Margot Robbie and Jacob Elordi lit up the box office and Letterboxd with their provocative and critically divisive performances in Wuthering Heights, Malcolm in the Middle went straight to the center of the book's themes and its characters' folly in a scene that the Disney Plus U.K. Instagram account recently reposted for no particular reason…

The above scene comes from the Malcolm in the Middle Season Five episode, in which Malcolm joined the Lucky Aide company softball team only to grow disgruntled at the overbearing coaching of the team's manager, Lois. In this scene, Lois demonstrated how her unyielding demands in both athletics and academics do occasionally come from a place of expertise.

It's hard to say how Lois would have graded Fennell's Wuthering Heights. However, given how, according to the more displeased critical reviews, the director prioritized provocative imagery over engaging with the source material on a subtextual level, we can't imagine that Lois would be one of the many moviegoers who swooned at the movie's Fifty Shades of Jane Austen-esque eroticism.

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Meanwhile, fans of both Malcolm in the Middle and Brontë's master work are wondering if, like the softball team, the movie could have used Lois' firm hand gripping the wheel. "let her direct the movie at least she gets it," the top commenter wrote under the Instagram post.

"A certain someone should have watched this before making that fanfiction," another fan snarked.

One more added, "Disney posting this after all the backlash the new movie from WB got is hilarious."

With the Malcolm in the Middle revival coming on April 10th, we can only hope that Lois will bless us with more literary criticism to drop on the internet cinephiles.

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Melania Trump Highlights Movie Win, but People Aren’t Totally Convinced

February 18, 2026
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Melania Trump Highlights Movie Win, but People Aren't Totally ConvincedEvolve EditorsWed, February 18, 2026 at 11:09 AM UTC 0 (Photo Credit: Kevin Dietsch/Getty Images) First Lady Melania Trump has come under fire after she made use of Presidents' Day to promote her recently released documentary on Instagram. While a select group of fans came to her defense by praising the movie, several netizens flooded the comment section of her social media post, criticizing the quality of the Amazon feature.

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First Lady Melania Trump has come under fire after she made use of Presidents' Day to promote her recently released documentary on Instagram. While a select group of fans came to her defense by praising the movie, several netizens flooded the comment section of her social media post, criticizing the quality of the Amazon feature.

Melania Trump's movie success celebration draws mixed reaction on Instagram

On February 17, Melania Trump took to Instagram to commemorate the success of her documentary, one day after the federal holiday, Presidents' Day.

The black-and-white post featured a poster of her movie, along with a header that highlighted fans' supposed love for the flick. The picture also showcased reviews from multiple high-profile media outlets, under the text, "#1 highest opening in a decade (doc)." The Wall Street Journal's assessment read, "Melania is a hit," while The New York Times reportedly noted, "Melania arrives with strong box office showing for a documentary."

Melania Trump also urged fans to watch the movie in the caption, which read, "Don't miss your chance to see MELANIA in theaters before its run ends. Experience the immersive visuals and sound on the big screen today."

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One Instagram user hyped up Melania's documentary, writing, "This was a wonderful movie! So well done! I didn't expect to be so moved emotionally to tears!" before giving it a five-star rating. "I saw this today and it was such a beautiful classy movie!" wrote another fan.

In addition to the praise, the movie also garnered several negative comments, with one user stating, "I'd rather be drowned in Donald's excrement than watch your brainless movie." Another Instagrammer wrote, "Oh my god bruh this movie was awful melania you genuinely could've made this about anything in your life and instead it's a 20 days of car rides and yapping." A third critic expressed their disappointment with Melania's documentary by simply writing, "I'd rather have a root canal."

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Ja Rule Dismisses Viral Plane Drama as ‘Nothing’ After Public Apology

February 18, 2026
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Ja Rule Dismisses Viral Plane Drama as 'Nothing' After Public ApologyEvolve EditorsWed, February 18, 2026 at 11:10 AM UTC 0 Photo Credit: Anna Webber/Getty Images Entertainment via Getty Images A midair moment that sparked heavy online chatter is now being reframed by Ja Rule himself. The rapper is brushing off the viral airplane incident that made headlines during Super Bowl weekend, insisting the situation was blown out of proportion.

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A midair moment that sparked heavy online chatter is now being reframed by Ja Rule himself. The rapper is brushing off the viral airplane incident that made headlines during Super Bowl weekend, insisting the situation was blown out of proportion.

Ja Rule shares his take on viral plane incident

During an appearance on TODAY, Ja Rule weighed in on the heated moment involving Tony Yayo and Uncle Murda aboard a Delta Air Lines flight. Despite the internet chatter, he made it clear that the situation never really escalated. "Nothing really happened," he said, stressing that he aims to lead by example, especially as a father raising young men.

He went on to say he lives by what he calls a "gentleman's code," keeping his cool while still respecting himself in public spaces. According to him, there's a duty to move with class. He noted that while disrespect shouldn't slide, knowing how to carry yourself in different settings is just as important. "You have to let them know that there's no room for disrespect, but also that there's a way to carry yourself. So two things can be true," Ja Rule explained.

His comments line up with an apology he issued days after the incident. In that message, Ja Rule admitted he wasn't proud of how the moment looked. "I'm not proud of my behavior, it's goofy to me," he wrote, noting he is "a grown man about to be a grandfather." He also apologized to his wife, family, fans, and business partners for the unwanted attention.

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The confrontation happened when all three artists ended up on the same flight during Super Bowl weekend. In a separate interview with DJ Vlad, Tony Yayo claimed Ja Rule appeared nervous and repeatedly asked, "Yo we good?" (via TMZ) The argument reportedly turned into a loud exchange, but never became physical after flight attendants stepped in to calm things down.

The rapper is no stranger to headlines. He has faced public controversies before, most notably his legal fallout tied to the failed Fyre Festival in 2017.

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John Travolta Turns 72! See the Sweetest Photos of the “Grease ”Actor with His Kids Through the Years

February 18, 2026

John Travolta Turns 72! See the Sweetest Photos of the "Grease "Actor with His Kids Through the Years Stephanie SengweWed, February 18, 2026 at 11:30 AM UTC 0 John Travolta with kids Ella Bleu and Ben John Travolta/Instagram John Travolta is 72! The Grease, Saturday Night Fever and Get Shorty actor is ushering in a new year of life and it's safe to say, his kids will be by his side. Travolta fell in love with late wife, Kelly Preston, when the two were working together on The Expert in 1987.

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John Travolta is 72!

The Grease, Saturday Night Fever and Get Shorty actor is ushering in a new year of life and it's safe to say, his kids will be by his side.

Travolta fell in love with late wife, Kelly Preston, when the two were working together on The Expert in 1987. At the time, Preston was "not that happily married," in another relationship, so nothing happened initially.

By the early '90s Preston was single again and Travolta made his move. The two were engaged on New Year's Eve 1991, before they got married twice — first on Sept. 5, 1991, at the Hotel de Crillon in Paris, then again a few days later in Daytona Beach, Florida, on Sept. 12.

The couple would welcome three kids throughout their decades-long marriage. Their first son, Jett, was born on April 13, 1992, followed by daughter, Ella Bleu, on April 3, 2000.

In 2009, Jett sadly died while the family was on vacation in the Bahamas. He suffered a seizure and hit his head in a bathtub. He was 16.

The following year, John and Kelly welcomed Benjamin to their family on Nov. 10, 2010, who John said was "a beautiful kind of glue for us to rebond after tremendous loss."

Ten years later, on July 12, 2020, Travolta announced on Instagram that Kelly Preston had died after living with breast cancer for two years.

Even with the losses, Travolta remains a devoted father and rock to Ella Bleu and Ben, giving small glimpses into their private moments at home, on birthdays and fun vacations. Travolta has also shared rare pictures of Kelly for Mother's Day over the years.

Below, see John Travolta's sweetest family photos.

01 of 09

Four of a Kind

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John and Kelly were all smiles at they posed with kids Jett and Ella Bleu in this undated shot from the early aughts.

02 of 09

When in Cannes

John Travolta and Kelly Preston with their children Ella Bleu and Benjamin

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The family of four was dressed to the nines at the 2018 premiere of John's Gotti in Cannes.

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03 of 09

Fun in the Snow

John Travolta with his kids

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John, along with Ella Bleu and Benjamin sent well-wishes to fans during the Christmas holidays in 2023.

04 of 09

Happy Fourth!

John Travolta with his kids

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John and the kids huddled together for a perfect Fourth of July shot, accented by fireworks in the background.

05 of 09

Honoring Kelly

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The Mob Land actor shared this sweet throwback of Kelly Preston with Ella Bleu and Ben. "Happy Mother's Day Kelly. We love you we miss you," he wrote in honor of the special day in 2024.

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Precious Moments

John Travolta and Kelly Preston with their kids

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He followed up with another personal photo for Mother's Day 2025, writing, "Happy Mother's Day Kelly! You did a great job!! We love you!"

07 of 09

Happy Birthday, Ben!

Ben Travolta

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Travolta shared this scenic photo of his youngest son for his 15th birthday. "Happy Birthday my dear Ben! I can't believe how quickly you've grown up! I love you!

08 of 09

All Grown Up

John Travolta with his kids

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Ella Bleu and Ben looked all grown up standing next to their dad as he sent best wishes for the New Year in 2025.

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Belated Christmas Wishes

John Travota and kids

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The tight-knit trio closed out the year together, of course. "My beautiful babies in my belated Christmas card 2025. Hope all is going well," Travolta wrote.

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