Ella Bleu Travolta Makes a Striking Fashion Statement
Ella Bleu Travolta, the daughter of Hollywood icons John Travolta and the late Kelly Preston, has captivated audiences with a provocative and rare photoshoot for HardCopy magazine. The brunette singer appeared on the publication's cover wearing a black blazer with no shirt or bra underneath, marking a significant departure from her usual public appearances.
The striking cover image, released on Tuesday, showcased the nepo child in an edgy and confident light. She complemented the open blazer with unbuttoned, oversized blue denim jeans and a pair of maroon leather boots. Her hair was worn down, and her makeup was sultry, completing the bold look. The photoshoot, orchestrated by renowned photographer Mariano Vivanco, also featured Ella in various dresses and faux fur outfits.
Sharing her excitement on Instagram, Ella wrote: 'Thank you @hardcopy_magazine @elimizrahi in awe of you @marianovivanco ❤️'. Her post coincided with the day the magazine issue went on sale.
A Glimpse into Family Life and Legacy
The article provides a poignant reminder of Ella's family background. Her mother, Kelly Preston, who passed away from cancer in 2020 at the age of 57 in Clearwater, Florida, was a celebrated actress. Preston was known for her roles as Tom Cruise's lover in the 1996 film Jerry Maguire and in 1999's For Love Of The Game with Kevin Costner.
Kelly Preston was married to John Travolta from 1991 until her death in 2020. Together, they had three children: Ella, their late son Jett, and their much younger son, Benjamin.
Ella's close bond with her famous father was recently displayed in October 2024, when she dazzled on the red carpet with him at the Fourth Annual Academy Museum Gala in Los Angeles. For the event, she channelled a modern-day Audrey Hepburn in a chic black A-line dress with thin straps, accessorised with a double-strand necklace and pointy kitten heels.
Carving Her Own Path in Music
Beyond modelling, Ella Bleu Travolta is fiercely focused on her music career. She is set to release her new EP, titled 'Colors of Love', on November 8, 2024. The project is deeply personal, with one track, 'Little Bird', serving as a heartfelt tribute to her late mother.
Reflecting on the song, Ella shared: 'It had been a couple of years since my mom's passing, so I could take a step back and see what I wanted to communicate. And I just wanted it to be as real and personal as possible.'
Her journey into music was encouraged by her father during the pandemic. Ella revealed that John Travolta listened to her initial voice notes and ukulele melodies and urged her to develop them further. 'He was like, "Oh, wow, you should really finish these. You should finish these songs, and then, you could record demos of them or something,"' she recalled.
This paternal support was a crucial catalyst. 'That was definitely a huge part of me wanting to really get into it even more, was just my dad,' she admitted. Ella also values the opinions of her 13-year-old brother, Benjamin, who often hums her tunes afterwards.
She frequently seeks advice from her father, whom she describes as a 'complete role model'. John Travolta, a veteran of the entertainment industry, offers guidance while trusting her instincts. 'I'm so fortunate to have been exposed to that from so young,' Ella said, acknowledging her unique position. 'I'm really excited and trying to carve my own path and learn from my experience in my family and not take any of that for granted.'
Her upcoming EP, 'Colors of Love', explores different facets of love. Ella explains that each song represents 'a different viewpoint on love, whether it's friends or uncertainty or unrequited love', promising a deeply relatable and authentic collection for her listeners.
