John Travolta Explains Scientology's Silent Births | Friday Night With Jonathan Ross

[@jeremiahvik2472]

John Travolta's (and Cruise's) experience with Scientology is a whole lot different than a non-celebrity.

[@listrahtes]

Absolutely they get slaves for free that to do all their chores and get pampered at every level. You need a strong character to withstand and see were it leads. It's like giving you poison in small dosage. Some realize early on but for a lot it's too late either by self delusion ( Travolta) or blackmail.

[@junkdnareviews2515]

Sounds awful. There’s a massive hierarchy. You get to the top by being 100% loyal and a back stabber. If you don’t divulge information on each other you are punished.

[@rosemoon8072]

its called money !!!!

[@TellusJD]

not really.

[@eileencastillo6323]

That's it.

[@EvelineUK]

How can you be so down to earth and be involved with something as insane and dangerous as Scientology?

[@dramanda7296]

because actually you're not so down to earth inside

[@marioneno]

@@dramanda7296 Spoken like a true scumbag cult member. You wouldn't know what down to earth was if it hit you in the face.

[@EvelineUK]

@@dramanda7296 he clearly isn't, no.

[@AJ-yw7hf]

Exactly. It's sad about Travolta & Cruise. Numerous people will no longer pay to see a Cruise movie either because they know that a lot of that money will no doubt be funneled to that dangerous cult.

[@womanofsubstance8735]

How can anyone be so down to earth and still smoke cigarettes or be morbidly obese, both very dangerous and possibly deadly? Everyone has their own way of doin' a thing, ya know?

[@quilleymemory]

Huge credit to Jonathan Ross for asking the questions we wanted to ask and yet keeping the show light and moving. What he’s doing here is a tightrope walk and he’s damn good at it. He was hugely criticized for earning large sums but here we are, decades later, still consuming this content. He really was great at that job.

[@ShenState]

Awkward af opening

[@rafflesxyz4800]

The first few mins were shit. All the sycophantic plane "jokes." He got less embarrassing as the interview proceeded it's true.

[@immaseahorse24]

Jonathon Ross has defended that corrupt cult for years

[@MusicMan4u]

I hope this isn't recent because he's asking about what his deceased wife would say??

[@quilleymemory]

@@MusicMan4u nah, this is old

[@Standingfortruth2024]

Oh boy, the body language speaks volumes when Scientology is mentioned 11:55 in

[@davesykes1966]

He did it once during the whole subject...

[@AlisMarsaili1351]

Right on!

[@goawayfast]

I noticed that too...

[@harlcc261]

@@Standingfortruth2024 yep, crosses his arms...

[@asukaknightmare8904]

Okay...? That timestamp just shows Ross talking and Travolta sitting normally. He looked way, way, way more uncomfortable when his face was complimented repeatedly.

[@jeanneganrude8549]

Funny how I’ve never heard about Scientologists lending a helping hand during natural disasters, like Travolta says. 5 months later: I didn’t know I’d start a tiny war. I have nothing against JT and if he’s flown these missions of mercy, I’m sorry for questioning it. I thought it’d be big news we’d have all heard about it. I may have judged him because of my aversion to Scientology and I regret thinking of him only in that light (or dark maybe). He’s apparently a good generous soul despite his religious choices, Scientology, which I do not consider a religion, but a cult. Needless to say, I never wanted to cast aspersions on him in particular, only on Scientology.

[@AJ-yw7hf]

I know, right?

[@lisamills161]

Exactly Scientologists have never ever lent a helping hand in natural disasters....

[@marioneno]

Yeah, I never heard of them helping with ANYTHING.

[@andiinoz]

They dont

[@GunnerRDS]

Why would you have heard about this?

[@mmay6621]

When a Scientologist says “we help so many people”, I wish the interviewer would ask WHO exactly have you helped?

[@RoseannaPonturo]

Lisa remini has explained on her show series how they are shown videos of scientologist going around the world, helping out in disasters. But she has discover that will they do his hand out their flyers. - literally. They have Scientology buildings around the world on numerous properties that are totally incompletely empty and devoid of any activity whatsoever.

[@sheydoll]

Right

[@UnpoeticSoul]

I live in Clearwater near the HQ. A couple of years ago everyone was out power, no ice etc. Scientology said they were helping so many. Lemme tell you all their buildings were locked down and not 1 seen anywhere. Not helping anyone.

[@Broadwayshowgirl]

Yes, & just how are they saving the world ?

[@hatetheusername]

his experience is so different because of his status. they collect dirt on everyone in "auditing" sessions where they have to confess everything to use as blackmail if someone tries to leave. then they try to ruin your life in so many ways which includes stalking, sabotaging things like jobs, harassment. even heard about a man who escaped but they actually ran him off the road

[@wynbrown5985]

John Travolta is an actor. He knows what to say and do to come across as being normal.

[@pirbird14]

He also doesn't know what he's talking about when he says birth is painfull for the baby. The fetal brain is awash in a cocktail of around 8 naturally occurring chemicals that keep the fetus sedated and anaesthetized during the birth process. Without these chemicals. the birth would be excruciating. During birth, the uterine muscles squeeze the fetal head so hard that the unfused skull bones sublate (one is pushed down underneath the other) so as to make the head small enough to fit through the canal. You can see hundreds (if not thousands) of videos on KZbin of homebirths showing that the newborn is completely silent during this process. It is sedated. Traditionally, midwives and doctors would slap the newborn in order to make it start breathing.

[@M1N1Girl007]

You lost most of us calling it a "fetus" Im not believing such b.s. in your unwanted thesis. @@pirbird14

[@claudiawalsmit4437]

​@harmonysummerI thought he was tired or maybe annoyed by the questions and words

[@johnroekoek12345]

An actor gets a script, reads it and memorise it. They aren't trained to make a conversation

[@SuzanneO707]

Whats normal? I'm still trying to work that one out?

[@AbsolutelyPeter]

I like John Travolta; he seems very sympathetic. He certainly has had his share of difficulties to overcome, and fighting his personal struggles has made him humble and reasonable. Yes, I like this man.

[@RumballRamblesTO-zy8ig]

Well this man knows the cruelty at the hands of Scientology- least of all to himself but to so many many others so fuck this man.

[@leslie4551]

Interesting how he crosses his arms when talking about scientology but is completely comfortable all other times.

[@cathynuytten798]

I noticed that too. Our body language speaks even when we are a highly trained actor.

[@marthasimons7940]

SCIENTOLOGY is a multi level market scam that trafficks underage children. Their auditing ( interrogations on a "low voltage lie detector) not only uses children to audit but has them asking adults age inappropriate sexual questions. There is also plenty of child slave labor, false imprisonment ,lack of an education and exposure to pedo. phile s because SCIENTOLOGY does in house justice and doesn't ever report crimes to cops unless it is about someone against Scientology. Children are usually given over by their parents who relinquish guardianship. It's a cult.

[@kristinekhan8465]

It's a defense mechanism

[@wayando]

Acting mode activated 😂😂😂

[@ai-iris]

could be too many "attacks" on that front... perhaps. but yes was a clear reaction. I like how he talks anyways.

[@isoldepotgieter9072]

Silent birth WTF? A man telling you its ok???? Love you Johnny but once u've gone thru a silent birth yourself, we'll talk again😂😂

[@thisisnotmyname4700]

Silent birth for me makes birth so much easier. More calm. ❤

[@ellebelle4094]

You totally misunderstood what he was saying. And, yes, the surroundings should be quiet and calm for baby and mother as they go thru the experience.

[@maryhall3722]

​@@ellebelle4094yes, so true. As a home birthing midwife, many women birth gently and quietly. Others become more primal and noisy, but as John was saying it's not the noise, it's the words/intention. I've been with very frightened women who have screamed and cursed their babies into the world- it's complex. Maybe if their own lives were less difficult they might have had a different experience.

[@ellebelle4094]

@@maryhall3722 Thank you. It makes sense, doesn't it? And so many mother's just have an instinct that quiet is better. Less chaos the better mom and baby can focus on getting the birth completed with the most calm possible. Seems most women also now try to go without the pain intervention if they can. My cousin decided that unless the pain was greater than her menstrual cramps, she was not going to have any pain meds. She did both her kids that way successfully. Hats off to the moms, midwives, and all around who keep it peaceful as possible.

[@rachelkingsley668]

@@maryhall3722that’s a very pertinent point - thanks for sharing your experience.

[@christopherbaranet]

I met John many years ago at the Scientology complex in Fl. We were hanging out at the coffee bar, smoking cigars, and having a coffee. What a nice guy. Since then I left Scientology. I hope that he does the same.

[@bijibadness]

hey, good for you. I mean that. I'm not memeing. leaving the 'church' of Scientology -- good for you. I believe in everything that that was absolutely the right choice. and it probably wasn't easy. they're tricky, they are. -cults- churches can be really difficult to leave, even when you know you should.

[@thegadflygang5381]

Same. Not at Scientology but just from working in LA. Nice guy. Tom Cruise is another one that will take forever to greet every person there and engage in appreciative banter Met Cruise a ton of times Theyre both gentlemen in my book I dont care about the rest of the issues

[@Nonya12608]

There is no path out for him, at this point. Scientology owns him.

[@nadiashireensiddiqi]

I think Scientology appeals to people who don't like being labelled insane after suffering traumatic loss.

[@rich4ish]

Yeah I was sat with Tom Cruise the other day having a beer.

[@CarolHensley-v7f]

Very talented actor singer dancer. He's the whole package he's also dealt with a lot of sadness and grief in his life

[@heatherstephens9295]

Yes he sure has. Everyone has their cross to bare I guess 👍

[@jordanmapfumo9359]

That save by Ricky on the prenup question...brilliant

[@Cheximus]

Damn, that body language at the beginning. Palm on his face, leaning on his elbow. He's thinking "why the fuck did I agree to this?!"

[@adrianhempfing2042]

Could just be he said he was there for a long day

[@carolynnalvarez]

He started warming up but did seem slightly annoyed 😂

[@cheriboberry1808]

Well he said he’s been there like 17hrs n he’s starving

[@carolynm9638]

The couch that looks like a concrete bench probably wasn’t helping.

[@DonnaBollard-tx1fl]

😂😂😂 Jonathan Ross is so funnyb

[@karentwells1529]

Ricky Gervais and John Travolta explaining scientology ... if that's not a recipe for disaster I don't know what is 😂

[@Trash2000s]

😂

[@TheTruthKiwi]

Ross didn't actually ask Ricky for his opinion because we all know how that would've gone down.

[@hometruths9411]

I love Jonathan Ross,the perfect interviewer!! I love the way he can turn around awkward moments!

[@aldozilli1293]

He flippin makes the interviews awkward

[@Dclxvi6x3]

I thought a silent birth was having a kid off the grid without the government knowing about it 😂

[@gabrielwatson7721]

😂

[@LaidOutBare]

😂😂😂❤

[@sonia354]

No that’s ‘’hidden birth’ 🫣😁

[@arribaficationwineho32]

No, it means don’t bother men with your birthing pain

[@ChrissyloveUK]

😂😂😂😂😂😂

[@immaseahorse24]

I don't recall John Travolta ever giving birth.

[@tm13tube]

He has three children and is the type of man to be with the mother of his child when she gives birth.

[@arribaficationwineho32]

@@tm13tubewas she silent?

[@MrFrankGallagher]

Rumours claim hes getting pumped enough . Scientology may give us a 2024 version of Look Who's Talking

[@toph8298]

@@arribaficationwineho32His (now deceased) wife was a hardcore Scientologist, so I assume she did.

[@r.j.whitaker]

The person who is giving birth is not obligated to be silent. Silent refers to not having a lot of people screaming and shouting during the birth. The mother is to be supported and helped in whatever ways she decides she needs and she wants. ​@arribaficationwineho32

[@veronicacpage922]

This may be one of the best and thoroughly entertaining interviews that I have ever seen.

[@ascent8487]

My sister was an extra for Face Off. Apparently he was the nicest and most approachable person on set. She said the other celebrities seemed to have protective bubbles around them to keep meremortals from speaking to them (which I do understand for practical reasons) but not him. He spoke to her (briefly but still) and posed for a picture with her. She’s got it framed by her bed to this day 😊.

[@lindadoughty9252]

That's nice 🙂👍

[@janelleanderson6744]

proTECTive bubbles? :)

[@ascent8487]

@@janelleanderson6744 thank you. 😊

[@OldManPaxusYT]

12:03 for the bit about Scientology's Silent Births - You're welcome

[@ToolReviewsofToolsIUse]

I met John years ago at Gleneagles Scotland, in the hotel foyer. He noticed that I recognised him and actually walked over to me shook my hand and said hello and had a brief chat. He's a big guy, and a genuine gentleman.

[@Talisman09]

He's 6ft even, you hobbit 😄

[@ToolReviewsofToolsIUse]

@@Talisman09😆 I'm 6'1 but he seemed taller than me, and pretty solid too.

[@melodyal3357]

You think celebrity will come to someone just because someone notices them? Oh no girl. He scamed you literally trying to see if you are a good fit for scientology cult. It surprises me though that he didn´t ask you to join for free..

[@Babydaxanddollies]

Shaking the hand of a fan, one of the people that contributes to his wealth does not a gentleman make 😅

[@ToolReviewsofToolsIUse]

@@Babydaxanddollieshow right you are. I had one minute to make a judgement on him, and mine was good. He was on holiday, not at a film premier. No entourage and no one swooning over him, he just came across as a laid back and friendly guy.

[@jaseayathorai3762]

Jonathan is like an excited kid when talking about John’s airplane.

[@kathimeci5179]

I'd like to see Travolta, or any man, go through a child birth of any kind, let alone a silent one! How can they possibly know that a child through the birthing process understands words. Sounds like utter nonsense, but for the cult folks, I guess it makes sense to them. How can someone like Travolta, who seems so reasonable and humble, be so involved in a cult? If there's any saving grace, at least he's not 'in your face' about it like Cruise is.

[@tchrisou812]

Isn't it fascinating how each of us follows our own path? We all have our beliefs, interests, and unique perspectives that shape who we are. Travolta's involvement in that particular group might seem puzzling to some, but it's essential to remember that we can't fully understand someone else's journey or the reasons behind their choices. Just as we appreciate Travolta's acting talents on the big screen, let's also respect his right to explore his spiritual side in his own way. It's a reminder that none of us truly have all the answers, and that's what makes the tapestry of humanity so beautifully diverse. 🌟 So, here's to understanding, tolerance, and embracing the wonderful complexity that makes us who we are.

[@Drummer1000George]

@@tchrisou812 It's a lovely sentiment and one that the cult of Scientology doesn't follow at all. If they gave that much concern to their followers, they wouldn't be harassed and disconnected from their families if they make the choice to leave (a choice they should be perfectly free to make with no consequence). Scientology is the antithesis of tolerance.

[@ChristianMoncayo-dz2ic]

Travolta looks the other way with the child abuse, child labor laws & corruption of a global crime organization. The cult knows his secrets, he will never leave while still alive.

[@h.b16]

⁠​⁠@@tchrisou812Are you kidding me? You can’t honestly be defending someone in Scientology. Do you know anything about how criminal and corrupt they are? There’s no excuse for being a part of that cult. I encourage you to do your research into Scientology, then come back and try to preach your “understanding, tolerance and embracement” of someone’s involvement in Scientology. Seriously, it’s disgusting.

[@marioneno]

@@tchrisou812 You know how foolish you sound? How many organizations, activities, or movements like Scientology have the same kind of organizations (including celebrities) trying to bring it down? How 'fascinating' it is that you can sound so nice but idiotic at the same time!!

[@directedby100]

I'm always amazed at how bursting with life & energy British talk shows are. They make US & Canadian shows seem like everyone's sedated. It's relaxed & interesting & it also sparks a creative edge in guests. They come off far more interesting. Travolta's career in dancing & acting now strikes me as very accomplished. And also what comes through is the humor, the witty repartee. This was the first time I've seen scientology represented with some dignity. Great interview! Loved the spontaneous dancing close.

[@ytb460]

Ross can be great. Craig Ferguson dominated Us chatshows imo. I never liked any of your others. Graham Norton is good but can be odd.

[@GaellisDarling]

Travolta seems sedated here. 😂 He seems dull & a bit standoffish. But good that he managed a great work/life balance in Hollyweird.

[@dominicmeehan8322]

Well that wouldn't be difficult?!

[@SweetMamaG]

Scientology and dignity? Show me 1 news article, not sponsored by Scientology that has anyone saying "Thank God the scientologists came to help!". They believe jets dropped aliens into a volcano and the alien souls are what our bodies are made of. They, of course don't find this out until they've sunken $500k+ into the cult. Iv refuse to call it a church, that's blasphemous to God, and anyone who isn't into slave labor camps. Drive by your local scientology building. Look how empty it is. No one's there. No one joins, it's people born into it and trapped. The Godless.

[@Rick-the-Swift]

I was just thinking how British talk shows are even more annoying than American and Canadian talk shows combined, and those are pretty lousy standards. I really don't know who is worse though, British hosts, or their audiences who are apparently on antidepressants and will laugh at anything that sounds even remotely cheeky. Imagine being on set with this guy asking you so many silly questions for hours or days even- it would literally be like a talk show hell.

[@medusathorn195]

I love how Ricky Gervais saves Travolta from the rude prenup question. He diffused it really well. Got to love Ricky

[@alid3424]

Ricky's a beautiful soul❣️

[@veganvocalist4782]

My gosh yes , well spotted . Your right , such a clever spark is our Ricky

[@ArtbyJoeH]

The entertainment world has been blessed with Ricky.

[@Jamesp1972]

arsekissing for future movie?

[@titusmccarthy]

Ricky is a hypocrite.

[@Susan-ie5nq]

What an utterly charming man John Travolta is. Loved the interview! Thank you 😊

[@Debra-s7g]

Love you John. Ditch the cult.

[@purefoldnz3070]

like he ditched the wig

[@nicola108]

You love some some vile people

[@bijibadness]

still got it. say what you will, many have, but John Travolta's still got those moves, man. that's good to see. a real, easy confidence in those steps. it's beautiful to watch. wish I could do it.

[@harlcc261]

I can't believe John Travolta lends his soul to the Cult of Scientology. Unbelievable.

[@navjitbassi03]

No faith is real. Im sure whenever the faiths you deem acceptable first came about others felt the same

[@harlcc261]

@@navjitbassi03 Didn't say faith wasn't real. Just surprised he picked Scientology

[@navjitbassi03]

@harlcc261 im sure people were surprised at the first Christians or muslims aswell. Its human nature. Takes a lot of time before we accept nonsense.. unless its physically forced on you. Then you accept things straight away

[@PigeonsInstinct]

@@harlcc261 The exile does not choose his Babylon

[@janettewebster2151]

He's not just a Scientolog-ist...he's another -ist too 👹

[@fiercelovedesign]

The line of questioning and Jonathan's excitement at asking the questions is so brilliant

[@charliephxaz]

I like that British journalists and television hosts ask questions that Americans wouldn't dare. It's very sad that his son and wife have passed. That being said I wish he would go on Graham Norton's show and just spill the tea (if you know what I mean)

[@TheBrownIsland]

Do you NOT see the Backlash when they do in the U.S.? People lose jobs and are blacklisted or Canceled for a while before making a comeback.

[@TheGagamonster21]

travolta's son and wife have died?

[@katharinlannon4061]

Yes, as a Brit we love asking outrageous questions. What would have been funny was Mrs Merton (a much missed british female comedienne) asking impertinent personal questions😅😅😅😅😅

[@SuzanneO707]

Us English are a bit weird aren't we. Having said that, I'm English and and I always felt weird in England. There are squares everywhere. Well, there's always a nice cup of tea (and a biscuit).

[@SuzanneO707]

@@katharinlannon4061 So what attracted you to millionaire Paul Daniels then? When interviewing his hot wife. Lol.

[@nancyearambula]

John Travolta is still a beautiful man. May his wife and son forever RIP

[@AxelOlsson-ks2gu]

How long ago was this clip made? John is bald as a coot. Must be a wig he's wearing!

[@AxelOlsson-ks2gu]

Beautiful my foot with his bowling ball bald head

[@laneybop1728]

Adorable! John Travolta was my first true poster crush in the mid 1970s! And, after seeing this interview with him I realize he’s just adorable inside and out! And I’ll always have a crush on him as he’s so full of joy, light and love for life!

[@deborl7278]

IKR? Not your ordinary Hollywood lush for sure. He has just literally blossomed through the years So very handsome

[@SuzanneO707]

@@deborl7278 Funny that, my mum said he's grown into his looks. Sorry we are English. I just wish he wasn't into this nasty cult. I was a a punkish kid. But I do appreciate his vibe in films. I liked the Fonz.

[@marioneno]

@@SuzanneO707 Imagine if 'Happy Days' was an 'R' rated series? Then the Fonz would say "F*uckin' Ayyyyy!" That would get 'both thumbs up!'

[@SuzanneO707]

@@marioneno Ha. Foznie was the business. His jukebox skills were one of the coolest thing ever.

[@marioneno]

@@SuzanneO707 And at a snap, walked away with at least 2 girls! I tried 'snapping' like that once in a restaurant, and everyone told me to f*ck off!

[@buffett1000]

I'm not a scientologist but I've met and worked with JT for many years and regardless of his religious beliefs I'll tell you he's an absolutely lovely genuine guy.

[@neatznotso7424]

I'm sure he is but surely at some stage after being asked so many questions and more importantly hearing so many testimonials on all the abuse, especially of one's who grew up as scientologists he should realise the reality. It's not like he doesn't have access to the internet unlike non celebrities so I find it quite hard to understand how he can still be involved. I can't help but think how much help he could be if he turned against the church.

[@JackieOfTrades]

@@neatznotso7424❤tt up😂

[@ItsMsSue2U7154]

All about money and power…

[@rooknado]

@@neatznotso7424he’s held as a god within the church

[@Mahinskerrr]

Yea and I drink with the pope on weekends…. 🙄

[@LocustIvy]

John looks so uncomfortable.

[@davidoftheglen3447]

Yip , you can tell he thinks Ross is a prick . Just like most of us do .

[@christineWilson-op8ok]

Jonathan Rosss was taking over and jumping from one thing to another. It’s difficult to feel comfortable like that. He must have felt ambushed.

[@johngalt5411]

I thought John handled it splendidly and sure he's encountered much worse.

[@tommynorthwood]

He handled himself so well. It can't be easy being under the microscope ❤

[@dkelly26666]

John was very polite and patient here. You can tell he was a bit uncomfortable a few times with Jonathan's needling, but remained kind the whole time.

[@bluescousenilsatis]

A very measured man Mr Travolta. Never loses control on what he says because he can just switch to a character in his head. Some little no verbal at times, but seems like a decent guy... whoever he is.

[@vickilawrence7207]

He's a sweet soul

[@TimothyOBrien1958]

He looked bored.

[@linaburon5672]

yes but John wife she die of cancer and I dont think he know

[@TimothyOBrien1958]

@@linaburon5672 Or was this before her death?

[@Ohcurlygirl9611]

That was so brilliant, John Travolta is such a wonderful actor..... Ricky Gervais brilliant too, I never used to like him, but what he does for the animals is great x

[@lynettesmith6971]

Stick with Ricky, he has a different sort of humour, lots of truth in it

[@SuzanneO707]

@@lynettesmith6971 Good advice.

[@marioneno]

@@SuzanneO707 Yes. 'Sticky with Ricky!' WHOA!!What am I thinking??

[@nextari]

3 blokes having fun, we need more of this.

[@johngalt5411]

Agreed, good clean guy fun, definitely don't see enough of this.

[@navjitbassi03]

U need to get out the house

[@nextari]

@@navjitbassi03 are you watching whilst hiking? bicycling? 😂

[@navjitbassi03]

@nextari "native language"? haha i knew you were one of those people/losers when you said something so silly as "back in the good ole day 3 lads could have a conversation". How does it feel knowing I have more property than you in your native country and am even more qualified? I can even have fun conversations with more than 3 people outside while you complain about the good ole days on youtube

[@nextari]

@@navjitbassi03 don’t correct people if it’s not your native language you don’t even get it.

[@morreenczuczor7169]

John Travolta flew his own plane filled with supplies to the Katrina hurricane disaster in 2005. ✈️👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼

[@juliemuller4911]

He’s a commie

[@Trovies84]

That's pretty cool! Thanks for the input.

[@jjlennon83]

Doesn’t make up for being a Scientologist.

[@bobmccormick6194]

wow and so would I if I had a jet

[@annevetter6864]

And got the publicity

[@luliefrye9553]

He is so relaxed and calm and chill. Very humble yet confident. I remember Kelly Preston being the same, they were a celestial match.

[@mrchopsticks3]

I think he's suffering from jet lag in this interview.

[@led3355]

Calm and relaxed 😂 more like dry and Exempt of any sense of humour, this one's ego is so huge he's sees you as parasitical all freemasons do, and his wife and son were sacrificed john is gay he's been caught so many times with their secret handshakes pay attention even Jonathan is one

[@Rick-the-Swift]

I think like most Americans - he was totally put off by the cheeky disco vibe of the talk show, and likely completely annoyed by the host's badgering of personal questions and silly attempts at humor. Why try to act funny when you're obviously not? Why not just relax and act like you would if a guest came to your home? I think Travolta would be much more comfortable if this guy was just more real instead of acting like a puppet robot for the corporate financed audience.

[@bonnieikamas1201]

Didn’t the host realize that John’s wife was deceased???

[@private_soul]

​@@bonnieikamas1201interview was before his wife was deceased

[@phillipecook3227]

A very fine actor. Intelligent and articulate. He was struggling with Jonathan's teasing here but dealt with it like a pro

[@ellebelle4094]

Maybe not struggling so much as keeping his politeness intact. Ross was irritating and trying to keep the spotlight on himself, but people tuned in to see and hear Travolta. Also, Ross said something about his wife (which I couldn't get because of the accent and John cutting him off by showing his irritation). Good for John. It shut Ross up.

[@phillipecook3227]

@@ellebelle4094 You're absolutely right.

[@TimothyOBrien1958]

If he had Ricky's mind, he'd have given as good as he got.

[@gailsmith1987]

❤

[@lisamills161]

In 2007

[@susanyates4233]

Jonathan Ross is an amazing interviewer. John Travolta, so modest, and his eyes.....

[@chessvoices]

Wow Travolta still has that magic you feel when he moves. Such a gifted dancer.

[@BPoweredLove]

"Still"? Well, this video clip is almost 17 years old (aired in 2007), so that might be something to bear in mind.

[@EZ_Case]

Cringe.

[@Romans15.32]

I think he can still dance. I have seen him dancing with his daughter Ella - fairly recently/ during lockdown. ​@@BPoweredLove

[@AxelOlsson-ks2gu]

@@BPoweredLove No wonder! He's totally bald and overweight these days.

[@BPoweredLove]

@@AxelOlsson-ks2gu Yeah. It's an interesting thing: it turns out that the day you watch a video isn't necessarily when the video was recorded! It's crazy. I'm know.

[@M1N1Girl007]

2007, Way before he lost his wife Kelly Preston and his best friend Kirstie Alley. His son Jett passed in 2009. Hes been through so much since this interview its heartbreaking. You can see how much happier he is here.

[@Timboyxxx]

But doesn't he technically believe they are like angels or some shit.. Immortal.. So as far as hes concerned he will see them when he passes.. Not making light of his loss, but scientology is a parasite on our society just as much as any other cult. L Ron just figured out how to run a legit cult pretty much.

[@clickbaitpolice]

Every woman going through birth goes through a lot sometimes going through the entire process and losing the baby. I wish a man, who can NEVER imagine what it's like, would tell me not t make a sound during childbirth, I would shove a bowling ball down the entrance of their pp. Happy...lol...I bet he's happy all right.

[@ocbeachgir1294]

❤😅🎉

[@bobbietaylor4572]

Ty for clearing that up for me…lol. I knew this had to be old. I think he’s bald now + his wife is being used in the present tense.

[@mariamagdalenamuller6870]

​@@bobbietaylor4572çç lol

[@carolsmart238]

I’m 76 & loved watching “Welcome Back Kotter” he was so cute & so talented ! He sings, fabulous dancer, does comedy & drama,flies planes, great as a villain, is kind & down to earth, & a wonderful husband & father! Of course, at this writing, he has now lost his lovely wife, & is being the best father to his daughter & young son. He is so admired!🙏🏼💕😊

[@Ku_xiaohai]

I’m so confused😂😂😂😂

[@annemccarron2281]

He grew up in a lovely Italian family and had a mother who supported and encouraged him in show business.

[@keukpa]

John Travolta is actually a laid back cool guy.

[@Windbadger]

I'm surprised at just how nice a person John is. Quite zen too.

[@TheLifeOfJess]

I love how Jonathan celebrates Johns successes such as having planes and being able to fly etc. rather than being intimidated and jealous. Man celebrating other man’s successes - I love it ❤

[@helenobrien1664]

I wonder if JT is still flying his private planes in today’s global climate emergency and if he ever reflects on his personal astronomical carbon footprint. The time has come to ban private planes worldwide. Let’s all stop flying. The party is over.

[@sexmetalbarbie8892]

​@@helenobrien1664this world will chew us up and spit us out. After were gone trust me it will probably heal itself in a few years. All were doing is f*cking ourselves anyways making human life shorter which I'm personally fine with cuz we're fckng gross

[@MarkGelderland]

@@helenobrien1664 Of course he still flies his private planes; why wouldn't he. He could be on the side of the 1,609 scientists who have formed the Global Climate Intelligence Group called CLINTEL.

[@maryellenbeale2188]

John was such a part of my teenage years with Welcome Back Kotter, Saturday Night Fever, and Grease. Everyone had the SNF album at every basement party

[@ToniHunterOne]

😊. I could have written this about my life.

[@SS-5612]

Mine too! I was fortunate to meet him in Pacoima Calif back in the day when he was on set with Lily Tomlin filming Moment by Moment ( not memorable) and he signed autographs and was super down to earth and nice to me and my sisters.

[@staceyroberts3468]

We played that album all night at my first teenage party. It was a blast. I love that soundtrack!!!!!!! One of the top 3 of all time ❤️

[@carolsmart238]

⁠

[@julieterrell1973]

I just want to learn what scientology is now!😂

[@GVbroker2]

Oh! What a dream! I wish I could dance with John Travolta.

[@Wallach525]

John Travolta, came across so well it was a treat to see him. He has weathered so many storms in his life and I’m so glad that he has come through the other side. Fly safe.

[@ShareTheSphere]

Those sub religions takes what they can get hold on of celebrities, in order to lure others in to the dungeon hole of idiocrazy. Then the celeb gets to involved and stayes there. But a smart celeb like Travolta would never have got involved later on in life. He is just trapped. Sad.

[@ebonyroundass]

is that wig johnny wearing? gonna be.

[@neshod6415]

This is not a new video ....must have been 15 year ago or even more

[@ScottishAnnie]

Yeah this was 2007

[@AttyMonroe]

I wish they followed through and had Travolta on Extras. That would have been interesting to see.

[@ToniHunterOne]

John's still got the dancing skills!

[@kellymayor618]

The most genuine and sweet I have seen him. I wish we would see this in the us

[@traceymoore6034]

Scientology IS a natural disaster in its own right! 😀

[@marioneno]

Yes!

[@donaldwilliams8727]

UnNatural disaster

[@marioneno]

@@donaldwilliams8727 Even better!

[@UberLummox]

It's a goddam CULT. And some of them are in TWO cults. Can you guess the other?

[@oemadam]

What you know about them. Are they involved in human sacrifices and what they do with money they surely collect. What s their plans

[@cloudie9druoid172]

John is a great actor, his hard work and dedication shows through his acting. He’s suffered such tragedies, I wish him well

[@EZ_Case]

Oh give me a break. He’s completely delusional.

[@CliveAdlam-yn8uz]

Aren't we all , deluded .​@@EZ_Case

[@LisaGayleDE]

John knows very well the abuses of Scientology. The founder LRon Hubbard was a madman and in his earlier years studied the occult.

[@Ihaveausernametoo]

Studying the occult doesn't make you a madman.

[@LisaGayleDE]

@@Ihaveausernametoo he was a madman THAT studied the occult

[@LisaGayleDE]

And I should also say practiced it

[@Twisterjoe]

@@LisaGayleDE occult means hidden, the invisible. Everyone who prays in any way practices the occult.

[@elainekerslake6865]

He wrote sci FI and caught on re. people's gullibility.

[@theresethomas8164]

My daughter saw him out at dinner a few weeks ago. She was having a "silent " moment. Screaming inside "that is freaking John Travolta". Her bf said let the man eat. 😊

[@motanelustelistu]

Her boyfriend was right 😋 . Also right is the fact that he was RIGHTFULLY JELAOUS of the interest and fascination he stired in her. Also, as her mother (i pressume from the name) you DUTY is to teach her (besides cooking,sawing,embroidering etc) HOW to PROPERLY behave with her boy and man 😉 . Core to that behavior is the fact that when a man, but ESPECIALY A BOY (emotions are STRONGEST în early adolescence, then decress after 18 years) loves you, he does it with his whole heart and soul and that there is no surrest way to COMPLETELY DESTROY HIM MENTALY AND EMOTIONALY and his self worth and esteem, than to show not only interest but fascination in other, ESPECIALY with one he feels he can't compete, in front of him 😉 . Another thing to teach her is that a girl's DUTY for her boy/man besides homemaking and love making is to make him THE MOST SPECIAL ÎN THE WORLD . You see, love and love making transforms a BOY in to a MAN !!! The true, unwavering love of a GENTLE GIRL makes that boy to feel that the world is his, that he can do and acomplish ANYTHING AND EVERYTHING and makes him WANT TO TAKE RESPONSABILITY FOR HER, HER LIFE, SAFETY, WELLBEEING AND HAPPINESS TO GIVE HER THE WORLD. This sentiments are also raised and enhanced by love making. That is why virginity and the PURITY (fizical, spiritual but MOST IMPORTANT BY FAR emoțional one) is SOOO important for girls and so DESTRUCTIVE for boys. Virginity is like a cap that keeps the goodness and gentleness in, after You go though a brake-up , meet cinical and bad people în life your left with scara, and that is wht bots are toughen since a young age to create a protective outer shell fit then and their virgin girls, so they don't need to WORK and expose themselves to bad situations and people. That is why since 14 boys need to Be teached love making by an older GIRL or woman and Most girls need to stay PURE VIRGINS . Its for the health and betterness of society and family unit 😇😊😁😘😍 !!!

[@lucius4556]

Nobody reads sermons that long .

[@Prometheus7272]

@@motanelustelistuSo your essentially saying cougars needs access to young men 😂 I completely agree with the rest of it though. Every time a woman loves a man she leaves a part of herself behind with him.

[@0to100_real_quick]

Sit him next to Tom Cruise and he seems totally sane. lol

[@Russeroo]

Prob start kissing wouldn’t they?

[@TrudyContos-gq1bw]

Yep

[@rosemose5926]

Only if sane = doesnt jump on coucjes

[@DC-zk3uv]

Leah Remini and Mike Rinder both said John Travolta is actually a nice and sweet man. They didn't say the same about Tom Cruise. Tom Cruise is much more involved in Scientology and best friends with David Miscavige, the psychopath leader of the cult. They said they are like soulmates, evil twins. Travolta just seems totally brainwashed by the cult and doesn't want to hear anything negative about it, which is sad.

[@lackerbitandersson6241]

True 😂

[@DarkHorse-bp3xf]

Trust men to insist that births be silent. Trust Scientologists to white-wash the truth about what they actually stand for and the horrendous harassment they inflict on others. Do your homework.

[@richardlaidler8183]

Both men and women Scientologists understand why no verbal communication should be uttered at birth (or any situation of physical or mental pain). Cries of pain are totally expected of course... however verbal communication is best avoided because verbal communication in times of extreme physical or emotional pain can impinge on the partially unconscious mind (similar to hypnosis)... Many issues of anxiety or abberated behavior in life can be attributed to these 'impinged verbal statements'. To fully understand this better that you read Dianetics. In addition, I am also not sure what you mean when you say Scientologists 'white wash the truth'... what white washed 'truths' are you talking about... do you have actual examples of 'horrendous harassment they inflict on others'... and I don't mean the 'money making documentaries' that that are scattered around the internet... I mean actual court cases won against Scientology, please.

[@markimakki1953]

@@richardlaidler8183 You sound like an expert not only on giving birth, Richard but also on the virtues of the church of Scientology 😕

[@gillianbullock-uf2gr]

this person does know more about scientology than the other comments. I would rather hear comments from someone educated on a subject. Not just a " yes or no bro "

[@chrisnam1603]

Lots of respect for John, to the people who put this video out : it would be nice (fair), to add the date of this interview, it's ages ago. Talking about his wife, the wonderful lady passed away... hugs to John from Belgium.

[@obya6731]

Thanks for this info as I thought it was strange his wife being mentioned without an acknowledgment of her death

[@sammy8423]

Inderdaad vond ik ook al raar

[@Mel7vc]

Agree, I had to look it up

[@TiagoNuremberg]

Exactly. It's an Interview from 2007 apparently. His amazing wife died in 2020

[@leahs.6780]

I was thinking the same thing! Thank you -

[@Happywelshchick7]

Jonathan seems very kid like, almost starstruck. Made me laugh so much.

[@SuzanneO707]

Some people don't take themselves to seriously. Thankfully.

[@DS-dv3wh]

I’m happy I watched this all the way through. It isn’t shouting out in pain that is forbidden it’s the words you use.

[@lizzieh5284]

If you are in agonising pain you cannot be responsible for the words you use. I gave birth without pain relief. I wasnt swearing but I cerrainly wasnt silent.

[@mrrobbiezed]

I don't have didly squat but I don't begrudge John having all the things he's acquired. Lovely man and I wish him a happy life x

[@macb.43]

Whether in a movie, or an interview, or quietly eating a doughnut, JT delivers his lines well.

[@ellebelle4094]

He is a very underrated actor. He dominates the screen in any film he is in. He was in a Super Bowl Commercial with some other guys. He dominated that, and the commercial was entertaining.

[@kayfish7621]

These folks seem to forget he's an actor. He's as fake as his hair.

[@DavidHarvey-po9le]

Have you seen Grease!

[@shmishash]

John Travolta is clearly not interested in the night show's kind of meaningless blabbering, but he manages to simultaneously refrain from a small talk and stay respectful to Jonathan and the audience and not being irritated prima donna. Very classy! John might not be an "elite" actor (only a few dozens were) but he certainly brought some of the most charismatic and memorable performances in the history of Hollywood - Danny Zuko, Tony Manero, Blow Out's Jack, Vincent Vega, Robert Shapiro. Such a shame that this warm and good-hearted man went through so many tragic family events.

[@the.apocaloptimist]

Yes he's very enigmatic and hard to read. His reserve could be wishing to show humility in reaction to Ross' hyped characterisation of his life, or because he can't talk honestly about Scientology because its out there and either misunderstood/misrepresented or hard to defend, yet he has a very sincere vibe and an apparent integrity about him

[@grimacemcdonald1]

Ross’s show was always silly juvenile humour. Usually guests just laugh along. He sometimes went too far coming on to the ladies making them uncomfortable

[@AlchemistOfHecate]

You forgot he played Nicolas Cage too

[@shmishash]

@@AlchemistOfHecate lol)))

[@clickbaitpolice]

Respect? LOL, you just don't know. Does he respect women?

[@josecastrejon1496]

Thanks for this great interview. Jonathan you're an awesome interviewer/host: funny and bold. Thanks for bringing out Travolta's humanity. Love you both! 🌈

[@SunnyChaplin]

Thank you Ricky for doing the David Brent dance - I laughed hysterically.

[@lisab9541]

Ricky can move. Not like Travolta, but few can move like Travolta.

[@FAKENEWSLIVE]

John Travolta is very cool, when he started the Saturday Night Fever dance, it transported me back to that film, and wanted to watch it all over again.

[@ThrowBack-b6r]

This is the longest piece i ever watched on him and i kinda like his manners. He sounds like a good person.

[@Sailingon]

Best celebrity interview ive ever seen, John was an amazing guest and genuinely up for a laugh

[@TubaTones]

Watch it again. He’s stiff as hell and constantly moving. He does not want to be there.

[@jodenetripp]

the interviewer was not well informed. Asked stupid questions about his wife, and she died 5 years ago! That is why JT looked so quiet.

[@TubaTones]

@@jodenetripp you are unfortunately not well informed. John’s wife, Kelly Preston, died July 12 in 2020. This episode is from September 2017. This episode even from before she was diagnosed with breast cancer. Also, to judge his question about his wife as “stupid” is incredibly ignorant of you. You have no idea if Jonathan Ross had met Kelly at previous engagements. She was an actress as well and in the public eye, it’s entirely normal for a late night interviewer to ask questions about actors spouses if they are in the public eye and also actors. If Travolta didn’t want him to ask questions about his family, he would have said it beforehand as part of the agreement to coming on the show.

[@deani2431]

One knows that they are in a cult when they cannot question the leader without repercussions.

[@YourWifesBoyfriend]

Kind of like what happens if you ask questions about Israel

[@DavidHarvey-po9le]

Some jobs are like that - your manager is a narcissist.

[@Chitwnhigh88]

Omg we want more John Travolta! Such an excellent actor!!!! I dont care about his personal life. The mans an incredible actor and hes so suave'

[@idaSlapter1]

I met John Travolta in 2010. He was polite and down to earth - a lovely gentleman.

[@deani2431]

As one of the most horrific organizations (cults) in America, the question to ask was……”does the church of Scientology pay you for your endorsements”??

[@LifesanAdventure1202]

And “Where is Shelly?”

[@Ottawa3453]

Ricky Gervais and John Travolta disco dancing together is one of the great moments of television history :D

[@DavidHarvey-po9le]

It shows how low our television history has fallen.

[@In_time_my_beloved_Kate]

Ricky dancing with John just made my day 😍

[@lisamcgee8535]

its funny how everytime tom cruise or John get asked about Scientology they get all tense. If it was so great they would be proud to talk in public and not just behind closed doors lol

[@luluslader]

I went into this expecting to be mad at his lack of ability to be a free thinker, but he’s just so darn adorable.

[@samienaamien7038]

Same here...

[@Foreskinflavourednuts]

That's how they lure you in, sis. Women fall for liars and abusers every day

[@wayando]

It's a power they have. .. The guy is an elite actor.

[@LydiaMatthews5]

is THAT how "they" do it, FORESKIN FLAVORED NUTS? @@Foreskinflavourednuts

[@DavidHarvey-po9le]

That is how you become a scientologist, disconnect your sex drive from your logic - you may survive.

[@ForgetMeNot2022]

Only a man could say silent birth is simple

[@BAKER22-l4u]

Ridiculous

[@jamesjackson5020]

I don't think you really listened to what was said properly. The silence is for the other people who are surrounded by a person who is in pain. He said if the mother has to scream, no problem.

[@linrob1312]

For God's sake I has 5 deliveries none easy and didn't feel the need to scream for any of them...just bite on a flannel...I think peace and calm birth is better...nothing to do with religion etc..just common sense really.

[@ForgetMeNot2022]

@@jamesjackson5020 I know perfectly well what was meant, if people attend a birth and expect silence they shouldnt be there in the first place

[@ForgetMeNot2022]

@@linrob1312 good for you, not every one is as fortunate

[@chadelaeva]

I have close friends that are part of the Scientology and they are one of the most kind, humble and caring people i have met in my life. Always ready to help. In my opinion action defines a person not their choice of religion.

[@Pe6ek]

They have been brainwashed.

[@liamwalters5029]

Well said 👍

[@crunchybiscuits4080]

What a fabulous show, I laughed all the way through, Travolta is such a class act and Ross is a really funny guy.

[@theresamcclure7333]

John is beautiful to interview, not arrogant just easy to chat with ❤

[@suerayss]

You can never embarrass Mr Travolta.

[@cinramirez8627]

I love John! He is humbled and can’t really explain his extravagant life because he doesn’t see his life as a spectacle. He’s just a down to earth type of guy. ❤

[@titusmccarthy]

He killed his son. He's a monster.

[@catherine6792]

​@@titusmccarthyHow?

[@saramilne-davies3703]

​@@catherine6792he didn't kill his son. Scientology doesn't believe in blood transfusions which his son needed to survive

[@tommyvarcity2783]

@@saramilne-davies3703so he killed him bye not letting him get the blood that would save his life ok got it

[@KevinDoyle-r1w]

John Travolta and that music just whizzed me back to a much happier time and place. Loved it ❤❤❤

[@MsGnor]

Staying Alive, can't beat John's amazing dance moves! 🥰❤

[@CindyHamilton-mp2hx]

Best interview I've ever watched!!❤ thankyou . All 3 of yous are Great!!!

[@davidraymer397]

Scientology seems to be a very small part of this interview, he seems like an awfully nice guy otherwise. Flying his own plane, badass. Very good interview too, love Jonathan and Graham.

[@suave-rider]

yes he is a lovely guy. Kelly was with him for decades and Olivia Newton John was a close friend util she died. You don't get that being a dick.

[@WaltDittrich]

A small part but important part nonetheless. Instead of relying on the hype, media, or hearsay, here is an active member of Scientology speaking about its strengths and the good they apparently do.

[@katm902]

​@@WaltDittrich There really is nothing good that Scientology does. Its pretty deistructive.

[@WaltDittrich]

@@katm902 The same could be said about many different religions. To each their own, I say. Myself, I studied Scientology for a period of time after high school. I had a very positive experience.

[@BernadetteGGee]

Don’t Know Enough About It. There Has Been Rumours !!!!

[@jaseayathorai3762]

Jonathan was like an excited kid when talking about John’s airplane.

[@DavidHarvey-po9le]

It's called acting - on a British fund raising programme he was criticised for his crap acting and he said - "did I say I was a f**king actor" - to do these shows you clearly have to be.

[@sunrisewildchild]

That was hilarious 😆 I don’t even know how I ended up watching it! He’s a real pilot 👨‍✈️ 😃 😂 I needed that thank you.

[@standupphilosopher7059]

Ricky Gervais is saying WHat the f*$# silent 😬😅😂

[@SuzanneO707]

I think his face says it all.

[@rnw322]

Not to mention the 2011 Golden Globes when Gervais made the joke about 2 famous Hollywood Scientologists who were in the closet. I’m sure Travolta was well aware of the crack.

[@jamesdevlin6373]

Cant get past him being in that cult.

[@YourWifesBoyfriend]

Don't be antisemitic

[@suzannecook9840]

Gee whiz! Thanks for permission to scream during labor. 😂

[@CS-ol7wo]

I'm amazed that Hollywood celebs are so chill about having their own private planes and even private airstrips and yet they don't get called out about their carbon footprint

[@Jackielocks]

@CS-ol7wo is that so true? Celebrities will fly everywhere in their private jets to protest climate change and tell the rest of us to walk. Leonardo DiCaprio and Jane Fonda both flew up by private jets and rented helicopters to fly over Ft McMurray Alberta, when I lived there, to protest oil and the use of fossil fuels… The oil sands are the biggest natural oil spill in the world. Explorer’s found oil slicks on the rivers there and oil coming up through the ground. Unusable land is being cleaned up and now has trees and grass growing on it. It’s not “Dirty Oil” from there. Middle East oil is full of human rights atrocities. Celebrities lie all day long. Why do people listen?

[@-______-______-]

Call him out then

[@katarzynamariamuszynska2811]

Well he says he owns private plane like normal ,like i will go to shop for bread !

[@imbethondion4572]

They do now, this was filmed 12 years ago.

[@jokingrudolf76]

He definitely gets called out for it. You can google it. Guess he just doesn't listen or doesn't care.

[@janepalmer3706]

I love hearing and seeing John Travolta speak so warmly about something that is dear to him. The silent birth thing is interesting. I agree with im but kind of in an opposite way. The feelings behind words are significant- not the verbiage.

[@annekerotterdam7499]

yep

[@orvil9223]

His son passing away and seeing the pictures of he and his son together was one of the saddest things I have ever seen.

[@CastledarkDweller27]

and didn't he lose TWO wives to cancer??

[@vicrules6666]

​@@sulej2925he was married in the 70s

[@tompaulcampbell]

@@vicrules6666 He didn't marry Diana Hyland before she passed away.

[@Al-Hunt-acrylic-painter]

I'm sure the money softened the blow

[@rafflesxyz4800]

FOOL! @@Al-Hunt-acrylic-painter

[@Lifesapavementrave]

I genuinely think that he is a truly sincere man. He's suffered great loss and has focused on whats important in life.