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

John Travolta joins Jonathan on the couch to talk Scientology and relive his Oscar-nominated successes, after, Ricky Gervais and Travolta bond by sharing a disco moment, with John reprising his Seventies dance moves and Ricky revamping his equally iconic sequence from The Office.
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Original Broadcast Date: Series 12, Episode 2
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[@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?

[@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.

[@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.

[@immaseahorse1348]

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

[@user-cx2pc4bs3c]

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.

[@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.

[@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

[@johnroekoek9864]

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?

[@immaseahorse1348]

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

[@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.

[@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

[@horsedesigns]

Mr. Travolta looks so sweet and tired in this interview. His kindness radiates.

[@picardy7488]

That's what I thought too - not into it. I guess he had to promote the movie.

[@ecall1771]

I don't blame him, Ross is extremely anoying.

[@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.

[@sandrastone4997]

​@@GaellisDarling He's probably exhausted after that long flight.

[@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.

[@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.

[@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.

[@TheJovialBrit]

Good for him for asking about Scientology and good for John for being so open about it. It can be a touchy subject for a lot of people.

[@AxelOlsson-ks2gu]

Should have asked John if he is in fact a homo.

[@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.

[@LydiaMatthewsluvsgraceums]

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

[@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 😂

[@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.

[@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.

[@tatjanakane503]

Only a man could come up with a silent birth concept

[@Dclxvi6x3]

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

[@gabrielwatson7721]

😂

[@ChildrenOfTheKing33]

😂😂😂❤

[@sonia354]

No that’s ‘’hidden birth’ 🫣😁

[@arribaficationwineho32]

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

[@ChrissyloveUK]

😂😂😂😂😂😂

[@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.

[@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 .

[@lindab8397]

Brilliant…… especially the donut eating . And dancing with Ricky 😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂

[@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!

[@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?

[@Ottawa3453]

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

[@nick28476]

the stick-on hair piece is hilarious.

[@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

[@ForgetMeNot2022]

Only a man could say silent birth is simple

[@BBAKER22]

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

[@richardcombden3663]

A+ to the host. John, this is why you're supposed to have a couple of those drinks backstage, before going on. I didn't even make it to the Scientology part..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😂😂😂😂

[@deani2431]

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

[@jordanmapfumo9359]

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

[@In_time_my_beloved_Kate]

Ricky dancing with John just made my day 😍

[@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.

[@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.

[@QueenBitch-bj9ds]

It's nobody's business quite frankly

[@TheGagamonster21]

travolta's son and wife have died?

[@QueenBitch-bj9ds]

@@TheGagamonster21 THIS WAS SIXTEEN YEARS AGO

[@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😅😅😅😅😅

[@Susan-ie5nq]

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

[@sunrisewildchild7714]

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

[@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.

[@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

[@hayward85]

Travolta is such a great dancer!

[@olapodgorska9992]

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

[@judes1948]

The ludicrousy of Scientology aside, John Travolta is known to be a very nice, sincere man.

[@Chris-Data_Analyst]

There’s a lot of good things in the teaching of Scientology, like the Path to Happiness film. Some of it helps people educate themselves about different topics and become better people. Not a lot of idolatry or mindless prayer but the money scheme is immoral. They are hugely rich in real estate and the IRS should force them to divest, but that would apply to Catholics too. I don’t agree that they should be allowed a religious tax exemption because they don’t help anyone for free. They should not treat their ex-members like crap and force people to “disconnect “ from nonbelievers, that is hateful. Their beliefs about aliens is no worse than traditional religious beliefs but still nuts.

[@KM-pm6qe]

It’s not a very nice thing to knowingly promote an organization that exploits and harms so many people.

[@DaphneMarina88]

Yes, he is very gracious and if you listened to him, John said Scientology helps him to help people. He didn't say no ONCE & NO negativity---like your comment about his adult choice about his religion. I bet people think your religion is ludicrous...some people do. Why so judgy???

[@opinion3742]

@@Chris-Data_Analyst Symbolic language is not actually nuts. Nor were our ancient ancestors superstitious simpletons. Some of the ways ancient books have been interpreted is pretty nuts though.

[@yvonneost12]

Yeah cause me all have that friend that believes their god is a alien .

[@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]

⁠

[@Nelson890]

I completely agree with his view on how to handle an accident. People that scream and go mad make things 100x worse 😂 he's definitely not wrong

[@yogiblair22]

John seems like a genuinely well intended good hearted person. Similar to someone in the police force or pharmaceutical rep soon enough you realize, “geez this isn’t what I thought I was signing up for, well, now that I’m in it I’ll just roll with it”

[@robertmcelwaine7024]

Nice guy or not, he's still a tit. He's not the egotist with delusions of grandeur that Tom Cruise is but anyone who would wilfully join Scientology needs to have their head examined. Especially considering the pain and misery it's brought upon people. Particularly families that it's ripped apart. Travolta gets zero respect from me, not that I necessarily think that my opinion matters more or less than anyone else, but nevertheless.

[@Afflictamine]

like most people who sell their souls to Hollywood but are oblivious to who actually runs it

[@davex1424]

Sounds like you are carrying around a pound of very specific beef

[@yogiblair22]

@@davex1424 When it comes to not realizing what you're signing up for; big pharma, the police department, scientology, or a meat ball, either way sometimes....you gotta roll with it

[@robertmcelwaine7024]

@@davex1424 I'd rather have a beef than not a clue.

[@richardshaw1968]

Best part was the donut eating when Ross was silent.

[@KM-pm6qe]

The celebrities in Scientology are treated like royalty, and are the ambassadors selling it. The regular members are bled dry.

[@LifesanAdventure1202]

Thank you for speaking the truth

[@cathmcfarlane-noble2087]

What a fabulous interview with John 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.

[@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. 😊

[@lisab9541]

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

[@SamSlugg456]

He didn’t laugh at one joke because he was trying to not take it personally

[@mike-jn1if]

Which joke, i didnt notice

[@MsGnor]

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

[@jamesdevlin6373]

Cant get past him being in that cult.

[@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!

[@RobinatorsPlace]

John battled his boredom the entire interview like a gentleman

[@nancy-hv8wf]

I absolutely love John Travolta he is such a great actor. I love this guy. He's really good-looking.

[@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.

[@Happywelshchick7]

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

[@SuzanneO707]

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

[@MatzeMumpitz]

This man has a massiv ecological footprint and is proud of it.

[@erinues7._-]

Go eat ze bugs

[@Russeroo]

Who cares

[@bencoleman4465]

Hahahahahah ​@@Russeroo

[@Russeroo]

@@bencoleman4465 I knew a Ben Coleman, must be loads of you!

[@cherieburge576]

I hope he donates thousands to tree planting organisations

[@carolroth440]

Love John Travolta i met him in 1981 at Teterboro Airport had just become a captain and his plane was decled put with Urban Cowboy The company i worked for did some maintenance on his plane. I was fortunate enough to meet him when he picked up his plane and asked him if it was pk if we took a picture John was. so kind and i appreciated his kindness and still have the photo He is a very humble and kind person.

[@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.

[@toucansam3]

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???

[@AttyMonroe]

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

[@veronicacpage922]

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

[@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! 🌈

[@theneowindjoker4915]

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

[@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.

[@ChitchatwithApril]

Best interview ever! Thanks for posting❤

[@ToniHunterOne]

John's still got the dancing skills!

[@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

[@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

[@isabellajanelee]

I was silent when giving birth . Just relaxed my whole body in contractions and it’s amazing how much pain relief this gives.😊

[@CastledarkDweller27]

Me too! well except for the swearing & screaming.

[@DigitalLazarus]

And you are one in 4 billion. Perhaps you should become a Dula? 🙄

[@isabellajanelee]

@@DigitalLazarus well funny you should say that as i helped my daughter when she gave birth with no pain control . She did very well . 😁

[@DigitalLazarus]

@@isabellajanelee And there lies your future.

[@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

[@OldManPaxusYT]

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

[@controloz3310]

If scientology has helped him deal with Jonathon Ross with such aplomb and charisma then I’m almost ready to sign up.

[@janetkeen8280]

Love, love, love Ricky. More please!!!!

[@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

[@blakescrossing]

Only a minute in and John's already showing signs of discomfort. And I don't blame him. Such inane questions and comments.

[@serenityinside1]

Understandable- Ross has always been an inane infantile twat … and was the best paid presenter on tv for awhile 🙄😳

[@catiecurl-un4kg]

"bragadocious"...love it

[@SicilianStrega13]

This man has had so much traumatic loss in his life. There’s always such a sadness behind his eyes.

[@cathyvoogd8219]

My heart sunk when he asked "Have you let your wife back up your plane" RIP Kelly Preston in 2020.

[@supramby]

Yes glad the interview was 13 years before that. Otherwise it might have gotten ugly

[@SunnyChaplin]

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

[@fidelmavahey5557]

Brilliant interview. Jonathan, Ross, so funny and John Travolta is so natural

[@jimkerr1873]

That was enjoyable. Travolta came across as a good sport.

[@GayleDE]

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.

[@GayleDE]

@@Ihaveausernametoo he was a madman THAT studied the occult

[@GayleDE]

And I should also say practiced it

[@Twisterjoe]

@@GayleDE 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.

[@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!!

[@veronicagomezcalvo4001]

What a sweet man he is. He looked uninterested in the beginning of the interview I'd say, when he was asked about his planes and houses, but started to engage later on and overall this was a pretty enjoyable interview

[@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.

[@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??

[@debbiemartindale253]

what an enjoyable interview, loved it

[@mrjimbobjeff]

Used to be such a fan you know Saturday night fever 😂

[@TimothyOBrien1958]

I can't even imagine being a member of that cult.

[@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?”

[@user-fe9ju2ky9m]

This is GREAT! When can eating a donut be called entertaining? When Travolta does it, that's when!😂

[@dondamorgan2638]

...and it will be on EBAY by this afternoon. Loved that❤

[@starbright1256]

He is just lovely to look at. Wow ❤

[@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?

[@abdirisakawes6544]

John Travolta: What a legend!

[@juliemuller4911]

He’s a commie