I never in a million years thought I would be starring in Hairspray, ever. Because if you think about my past, it's been 30 years of playing a macho leading man, so when I was offered it, I said: "Why? Why me? What have I done to deserve that you think I should do this?" After much convincing, over a year and two months, I was convinced they wanted to make a great movie.
John TravoltaPeople really need to take time and read a book. You know? Thatโs my advice. You could read A New Slant on Life, you could read Dianetics. And I think if you really read it, youโll understand it, but unless you do, youโll speculate. And I think thatโs a mistake to do that.
John TravoltaYou know, I've never killed a man before. I mean I droped bombs on the enemy from the above, but never face to face. [thinking pause] I don't see what the big deal is - I really don't.
John TravoltaIn my own life if I knew I was going to pass away I'd love to sit down and resolve every issue so I could go peacefully.
John TravoltaSometimes when something really works well, it becomes a target, forty years for me, I've been a part, and I've loved every minute of it. My family has done so well with it. It's been a beautiful thing for me. I've saved lives with it and saved my own life several times. Through my loss of my son, it helped me every step of the way for two years solid, and here I am.
John Travolta