R.I.P.
John Travolta's Son Dies

Rand Memorial Hospital in the Bahamas tells TMZ the son of John Travolta died today.

We're told 16-year-old Jett was vacationing with Travolta and wife Kelly Preston.

There have been reports that Jett was autistic, though Travolta has denied it, saying he suffers from Kawasaki Syndrome, a condition which often leads to heart disease.

UPDATE 5:15 PM ET -- Police just released more details. According to a report, Jett was last seen going into the bathroom at their private suite at the Old Bahama Bay Resort sometime yesterday. The body was discovered by the caretaker, Jeff Michael Kathrein (pictured bottom right with Travolta in 2006), at 10:00 AM today. The report says Jett suffered from seizures.

An autopsy is being performed to determine the exact cause of death.

UPDATE 4:54 PM ET -- A police spokeswoman says Jett hit his head in a bathtub.

UPDATE: 4:40 PM ET -- Restview Memorial Mortuary and Crematorium in the Bahamas tells TMZ Jett's body would be transferred there on Monday.

UPDATE: 4:00 PM ET -- Travolta's attorney Michael Ossi says Jett suffered a seizure at his family's vacation home at the Old Bahama Bay Hotel on Grand Bahama Island. Attempts to revive him were unsuccessful and he died on scene.

Robert Gidel, president of Ginn Properties (which owns the Old Bahama Bay Hotel), tells TMZ, "The Travolta family has become like family to us at Old Bahama Bay and we extend our deepest sympathies to them."



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46. Wow, you mean Scientology couldn't cure him of whatever disease he had? He must not have been a Theta Clear...And the Bahamas is tough on famous peoples kids...isn't that where Anna Nicole's son died?

Posted at 3:53PM on Jan 2nd 2009 by Steve

47. My thoughts and prayers go out to the family, regardless of how people feel about someone (celebrity or not) there is no reason to not express your condolences at the passing of family.

Posted at 11:24AM on Jan 3rd 2009 by swtflirt4ya

48. To the broad whitney that said jet skis are SOOOOOO unsafe. You talk like they should be banned. I swear...anything fun can be safe if you are responsible with it. People with that mentality ruin things for everyone else.


That is the problem with this country is we have a bunch of sissys running around.

Posted at 3:52PM on Jan 2nd 2009 by Elvis Presley

49. John loves to fly his airplane thus why they named there only son Jett. How sad God Bless the entire family.R.I.P

Posted at 3:57PM on Jan 2nd 2009 by mj

50. Some reports are saying he drowned.....

Posted at 3:54PM on Jan 2nd 2009 by McLovin

51. Maybe John can take this opportunity to tell us how bad global warming is from the door of one of his 6 jets.....

Posted at 3:54PM on Jan 2nd 2009 by John

52. Oh John, and Kelly, how could mere words console you? My heart is aching for you all...
I believe in Jesus Christ the son, and God the Father and I pray they will watch over all of you and bless your son, Jett...may he rest in peace.
God bless and love you all...
You will be prayed for daily...

Posted at 4:55PM on Jan 2nd 2009 by Mary Lou

53. Poor kid. Was this a jet ski accident?

Posted at 3:55PM on Jan 2nd 2009 by Debbie

54. Bummer

Posted at 3:56PM on Jan 2nd 2009 by Curt

55. sad, maybe if their boy had professional help, his parents need some too. I have autistic nephews and they only manage by love and help from their doctors.

Posted at 3:56PM on Jan 2nd 2009 by scientology_is_a_killer

56. Was this a wreck on a Kawasaki?

Posted at 3:56PM on Jan 2nd 2009 by Debbie

57. This is horribly sad. I hope John wakes up to the lie that is Scientology. If he is a "clear" then nothing ike this could ever happen to him!

This poor little boy. I, too, felt they were ashamed of him and denied him proper treatment.

IMO

Posted at 3:57PM on Jan 2nd 2009 by MaryMac

58.
Kawasaki disease is an illness that involves the skin, mouth, and lymph nodes, and most often affects kids under age 5. The cause is unknown, but if the symptoms are recognized early, kids with Kawasaki syndrome can fully recover within a few days. Untreated, it can lead to serious complications that can affect the heart.

I do not beleive Jett had this above mentioned disease. Although the Travoltas have done a good job hiding him from the press (unlike their other children) there have been some pictures of Jett throughout the years. I work with disabled children and although it is hard to be accurate with just photos I would bet a steak dinner that Jett was autistic. How sad that the Travoltas had to hide him away-- If it was just Kawaski Syndrome he would of been treated and cured within a few days-(no one can convince me that Travolta a highly paid actor would not of had the best care for his child)-- and why hide the child away if it was something like Kawaski--- How sad for them and their children

Posted at 3:57PM on Jan 2nd 2009 by Zoya

59. I'm sure the 'church' of Scientology will find a way to bring him back to life. And if not, he's with his lord and saviour, L. Ron Hubbard...

Posted at 3:58PM on Jan 2nd 2009 by lron

60. Whatever his illness was, no doubt he didn't receive any medication for it, and probably not any medical attention either. Travolta is another Scientology nut.

Posted at 4:09PM on Jan 2nd 2009 by observer

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