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John Travolta has been active in film, television, and musical theatre for over 50 years, making him one of the true luminaries of American culture. Travolta’s enduring career has seen him effortlessly work across a plethora of different styles and projects, including musicals, action films, comedies, and dramas alike.
And while he is certainly a marquee figure in American culture, Travolta is also a keen watch collector, for reasons that we will discuss later in this article. Below, we will take a closer look at the life, career, and watch collection of the inimitable John Travolta.
Who is John Travolta?
John Joseph Travolta was born on February 18, 1954, in Englewood, New Jersey. His father, Salvatore, was a tire salesman, and his mother, Helen, was an actress and singer who later became a high school drama and English teacher. He is the youngest of six children.
All of his siblings – Joey, Ellen, Ann, Margaret, and Sam – would go on to become actors as well. He attended Dwight Morrow High School but would drop out as a junior in 1971 to pursue acting full-time.
John Travolta’s Early Show Business Career
He would move to New York City and land roles in a touring company of “Grease,” as well as appearing on Broadway in “Over Here!” He would then go on to move to Los Angeles to further his career as an actor.
Travolta’s first television role would be as a slip-and-fall victim in an episode of the show “Emergency!” in 1972. He would make his film debut three years later, in 1975, with a small part in the film “The Devil’s Rain.” That same year, he would take on the role that would catapult him to stardom.
Welcome Back, Kotter, and Mainstream Success
In 1975, Travolta would begin appearing on the sitcom “Welcome Back, Kotter” as the lovable but dimwitted high school student Vinnie Barbarino. Travolta became the breakout star of the show, and audiences quickly found themselves connecting with the young actor and his character.
While appearing on the show, which ran for four years, Travolta would begin appearing in a number of successful films as a lead. This would include “Carrie” in 1976, which would solidify the young actor as a bonafide star. The following year, he would be seen in “Saturday Night Fever.” Both the film and the soundtrack to it would prove to be immensely popular with audiences around the world.
In 1978, Travolta would star as Danny Zuko in the film adaptation of “Grease,” which would prove to be a wildly popular film upon its release, in part due to the appearance of Travolta. He would appear in “Urban Cowboy” in 1980, which would prove to be his last box office success until 1989’s “Look Who’s Talking.”
The 1980’s would prove to be a downturn for Travolta, one that he would truly recover from when he appeared in the seminal gangster classic “Pulp Fiction.” Released in 1994, the film would see Travolta play the part of Vincent Vega, a bumbling hitman who is partnered with Samuel L. Jackson’s Jules Winnfield. Travolta would go on to receive an Academy Award nomination for Best Actor, thereby revitalizing his career.
Travolta intermittently makes appearances on television and is still active in feature films as well. He will next be seen in the thriller “American Metal,” which will be released in 2023. He will also appear in “Cash Out,” which will be directed by one of his frequent collaborators in recent years, Randall Emmett.
What Watches are in John Travolta’s Watch Collection?
As a professional pilot, John Travolta serves as a brand ambassador for Breitling. This makes sense given that the watch was one of the first to be used by professional pilots in the early days of commercial aviation. Among the watches known to be in John Travolta’s collection are:
Breitling Navitimer:
This legendary timepiece is frequently associated with pilots and aviation enthusiasts. Travolta has been seen wearing various Navitimer models over the years, including the Navitimer 01 and the Navitimer World.
Breitling Emergency:
Another popular watch from Breitling, the Emergency is designed for use in emergency situations. It features a distress beacon that can be activated to alert rescue services to your location. Travolta has been seen wearing this watch on multiple occasions.
Patek Philippe Nautilus:
Collectors and enthusiasts adore this luxury sports watch. Travolta was spotted wearing a Nautilus 5711/1A-011 with a blue dial and a stainless steel case and bracelet.
Rolex Daytona:
One of Rolex’s most famous watches, the Daytona is known for its racing-inspired design. Travolta has been spotted wearing a vintage 1960s Daytona.
Breitling Chronomat:
Another popular Breitling watch, the Chronomat has a rugged, sporty design. Travolta has been spotted wearing a rose gold Chronomat B01 with a black dial.
Other models from Breitling, Rolex, and Patek Philippe are said to be in John Travolta’s collection, in addition to these.
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