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 TravoltaYou can't control the quality of projects that are coming to you, so if you get several in a row that are quality, you take them.
John TravoltaFor a while, I was saying 'no' way too often. I turned down 'An Officer and A Gentleman,' 'Splash' and 'Midnight Express.' I could name you tons more. I would go off and experience life instead of working - I was learning to fly jets, went on an African safari, sailed the Caribbean - which wasn't necessarily bad.
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 Travolta