The 79th annual Cannes Film Festival is officially underway on the French Riviera, running from May 12 to May 23, 2026. The iconic event at the Palais des Festivals has returned with its star-studded red carpet. Among the gorgeous celebrities turning heads at the prestigious event, veteran star, John Travolta has generated the most buzz on May 15, 2026. The 72-year-old received a surprise honorary Palme d’Or lifetime achievement award. However, what made headlines was his dramatic new, youthful look. The chatter around him has brought his late wife, Kelly Preston, into focus.
John Travolta gave a special tribute to his late wife with a song
John Travolta shared a heartfelt tribute to his late wife, Kelly Preston, just months before his buzzworthy Cannes 2026 appearance. He honoured Kelly by sharing a romantic song he recorded for her on what would have been her 62nd birthday. On October 14, 2025, the actor and singer posted a deeply moving post on his official Instagram account. It featured a photo of Kelly, smiling warmly while holding beautiful white flowers. In the background of the image, an audio recording of John singing the classic ballad, Come Rain or Come Shine played.
