Kelly Preston

Born:October 13, 1962

Place of Birth:Honolulu, Hawaii, USA

Died:July 12, 2020

Known For:Acting

Biography

Kelly Preston, born Kelly Kamalelehua Smith, was a talented American actress whose career spanned over 60 television and film productions. Known for her versatility and charm, Preston captivated audiences with her memorable performances in a variety of genres. From the romantic comedy "Twins" to the sports drama "Jerry Maguire," she showcased her ability to bring depth and authenticity to each character she portrayed.

One of Preston's most notable collaborations was with her husband, John Travolta, whom she married in 1991. Together, they starred in the comedy film "The Experts" and the biographical drama "Gotti." Their on-screen chemistry and shared passion for acting shone through in their work, earning them praise from critics and fans alike.

Preston's filmography also includes beloved titles such as "Mischief," "SpaceCamp," "The Cat in the Hat," "What a Girl Wants," "Sky High," and "Old Dogs." Her range as an actress allowed her to tackle roles in comedies, dramas, and family-friendly films with equal grace and skill, leaving a lasting impact on the entertainment industry.

Off-screen, Preston was known for her warmth and generosity, traits that endeared her to colleagues and fans. Her dedication to her craft and her ability to connect with audiences on a personal level set her apart as a beloved figure in Hollywood.

Throughout her career, Preston's talent and charisma made her a sought-after actress, earning her a dedicated following of admirers who appreciated her contributions to cinema. Her legacy as a versatile performer continues to inspire aspiring actors and entertain audiences around the world.

Kelly Preston's untimely passing in July 2020 left a void in the entertainment industry, but her work remains a testament to her passion for storytelling and her enduring impact on the world of film. Her performances continue to resonate with viewers, reminding them of the talent and grace that defined her remarkable career.

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From Paris with Love

Woman on Eiffel Tower (uncredited)

2010

James Reese has a good job as an ambassador's aid in France, but his real passion is a side gig—working in a minor role in the CIA. He would love to be a full-fledged agent and can't believe his luck when he lands an assignment with Charlie Wax. Trigger-happy Charlie soon has James crying for his desk job, but when he learns that the same guys they're trying to catch are after him, James realises that Charlie may be his only hope of survival.

From Dusk Till Dawn

Newscaster Kelly Houge

1996

After kidnapping a father and his two kids, the Gecko brothers head south to a seedy Mexican bar to hide out in safety, unaware of its notorious vampire clientele.

The Cat in the Hat

Joan Walden

2003

During a rainy day, and while their mother is out, Conrad and Sally, and their pet fish, are visited by the mischievous Cat in the Hat. Fun soon turns to mayhem, and the siblings must figure out how to rid themselves of the maniacal Cat.

Jerry Maguire

Avery Bishop

1996

Jerry Maguire used to be a typical sports agent: willing to do just about anything he could to get the biggest possible contracts for his clients, plus a nice commission for himself. Then, one day, he suddenly has second thoughts about what he's really doing. When he voices these doubts, he ends up losing his job and all of his clients, save Rod Tidwell, an egomaniacal football player.

Sky High

Josie Stronghold / Jetstream

2005

Set in a world where superheroes are commonly known and accepted, young Will Stronghold, the son of the Commander and Jetstream, tries to find a balance between being a normal teenager and an extraordinary being.

What a Girl Wants

Libby Reynolds

2003

An American girl, Daphne, heads to Europe in search of the father she's never met. But instead of finding a British version of her bohemian mother, she learns the love of her mom's life is an uptight politician. The only problem now is that her long-lost dad is engaged to a fiercely territorial social climber with a daughter who makes Daphne's life miserable.

Twins

Marnie Mason

1988

Julius and Vincent Benedict are the results of an experiment that would allow for the perfect child. Julius was planned and grows to athletic proportions. Vincent is an accident and is somewhat smaller in stature. Vincent is placed in an orphanage while Julius is taken to a south seas island and raised by philosophers. Vincent becomes the ultimate low life and is about to be killed by loan sharks.

Christine

Roseanne

1983

Nerdy high schooler Arnie Cunningham falls for Christine, a rusty 1958 Plymouth Fury, and becomes obsessed with restoring the classic automobile to her former glory. As the car changes, so does Arnie, whose newfound confidence turns to arrogance behind the wheel of his exotic beauty. Arnie's girlfriend Leigh and best friend Dennis reach out to him, only to be met by a Fury like no other.

Nothing to Lose

Ann Beam

1997

Advertising executive Nick Beame learns that his wife is sleeping with his employer. In a state of despair, he encounters a bumbling thief whose attempted carjacking goes awry when Nick takes him on an involuntary joyride. Soon the betrayed businessman and the incompetent crook strike up a partnership and develop a robbery-revenge scheme. But it turns out that some other criminals in the area don't appreciate the competition.

Death Sentence

Helen Hume

2007

Nick Hume is a mild-mannered executive with a perfect life, until one gruesome night he witnesses something that changes him forever. Transformed by grief, Hume eventually comes to the disturbing conclusion that no length is too great when protecting his family.

The Last Song

Kim

2010

A drama centered on a rebellious girl who is sent to a Southern beach town for the summer to stay with her father. Through their mutual love of music, the estranged duo learn to reconnect.

Battlefield Earth

Chirk

2000

In the year 3000, man is no match for the Psychlos, a greedy, manipulative race of aliens on a quest for ultimate profit. Led by the powerful Terl, the Psychlos are stripping Earth clean of its natural resources, using the broken remnants of humanity as slaves. What is left of the human race has descended into a near primitive state. After being captured, it is up to Tyler to save mankind.

Old Dogs

Vicki

2009

Charlie and Dan have been best friends and business partners for thirty years; their Manhattan public relations firm is on the verge of a huge business deal with a Japanese company. With two weeks to sew up the contract, Dan gets a surprise: a woman he married on a drunken impulse nearly nine years before (annulled the next day) shows up to tell him he's the father of her twins, now seven, and she'll be in jail for 14 days for a political protest. Dan volunteers to keep the tykes, although he's uptight and clueless. With Charlie's help is there any way they can be dad and uncle, meet the kids' expectations, and still land the account?

Jack Frost

Gabby Frost

1998

A father, who can't keep his promises, dies in a car accident. One year later, he returns as a snowman, who has the final chance to put things right with his son before he is gone forever.

For Love of the Game

Jane Aubrey

1999

A baseball legend almost finished with his distinguished career at the age of forty has one last chance to prove who he is, what he is capable of, and win the heart of the woman he has loved for the past four years.

Gotti

Victoria Gotti

2018

John Gotti rises to the top of the New York underworld to become the boss of the Gambino crime family. His life takes a tumultuous turn as he faces tragedy, multiple trials and a prison sentence.

Addicted to Love

Linda

1997

Good-natured astronomer Sam is devastated when the love of his life leaves him for a suave Frenchman. He therefore does what every other normal dumpee would do — go to New York and set up home in the abandoned building opposite his ex-girlfriend's apartment, wait until she decides to leave her current lover, and then win her back.

Mischief

Marilyn McCauley

1985

1956: The shy Jonathan's luck with girls changes when he wins the rebellious Gene as a friend in his last year of high school. Gene is adored by many girls and manages to teach Jonathan a few lessons. Gene himself would rather just be with one girl: his girlfriend Bunny. But since his father is poor, her parents don't accept him.

Waiting to Exhale

Kathleen (uncredited)

1995

Cheated on, mistreated and stepped on, the women are holding their breath, waiting for the elusive "good man" to break a string of less-than-stellar lovers. Friends and confidants Vannah, Bernie, Glo and Robin talk it all out, determined to find a better way to breathe.

View from the Top

Sherry

2003

No one thought Donna would go very far. But when she sets her sights on becoming a first-class international flight attendant, Donna throws caution to the wind and takes off in pursuit of her dream. The ride is anything but smooth, however, and Donna's laugh-packed journey of a lifetime is rocked by more turbulence than she bargained for.

Amazon Women on the Moon

Violet (segment "Titan Man")

1987

Centered around a television station which features a 1950s-style sci-fi movie interspersed with a series of wild commercials, wacky shorts and weird specials, this lampoon of contemporary life and pop culture skewers some of the silliest spectacles ever created in the name of entertainment.

Citizen Ruth

Rachel

1996

"Citizen Ruth" is the story of Ruth Stoops, a woman who nobody even noticed -- until she got pregnant. Now, everyone wants a piece of her. The film is a comedy about one woman caught in the ultimate tug-of-war: a clash of wild, noisy, ridiculous people that rapidly dissolves into a media circus.