Who Is Ben Travolta? Know John Travolta's 15-Yr-Old Amid Claims He Is Riley Keough's Biological Son

John Travolta and his late wife, Kelly Preston's youngest son, Benjamin Travolta, has become the center of a new controversy after claims have been raised over the paternity of the child. The 16-year-old, who was also considered identical to his father, is now being biologically linked to the Presley family. These allegations stemmed from an ongoing lawsuit involving Priscilla Presley's former business partner, which quickly gained widespread attention. While these claims remain unproven, they have placed John's 16-year-old son, Benjamin, into the public spotlight. Here's everything you might want to know about him. 

Who is Benjamin Travolta? 

Benjamin "Ben" Travolta is the youngest child of actor John Travolta and his late wife, Kelly Preston. Ben was born on November 23, 2010, and grew up in Florida. However, despite his parents' popularity, the 15-year-old has been kept out of the Hollywood spotlight lately. The decision was made by his parents when he was young, as they wanted to give him a normal childhood. According to John Travolta's social media posts, Ben enjoys athletics and outdoor activities, particularly in New Zealand and Norway. He often indulges in activities such as parkour, skiing, tennis, and gymnastics.

The actor frequently shares "proud dad" moments, highlighting Ben's milestones and skills. The teenager has expressed a desire to enter show business, unlike his parents or sister, and has continued to lead a private life. Ben has one elder sister, Ella Bleu Travolta, born in 2000. She followed in her parents' footsteps to pursue a career in the acting field. Apart from her, Ben had an older brother, Jett Travolta, who tragically died in 2009 before Ben's birth at the age of 16 after suffering a seizure during a family vacation in the Bahamas. John Travolta has often spoken about how Jett's untimely demise left a major impact on his family. 

Benjamin Travolta is a 'miracle baby' for the Travolta family

Benjamin Travolta's birth came at a deeply emotional time for the Travolta family. Kelly Preston was 47 years old when she gave birth to him. While netizens and media were discussing the health risks related to late pregnancies, she publicly described him as a "miracle". For those unaware, the couple welcomed Ben less than two years after losing their son, Jett. Subsequently, both John and Kelly claimed how Ben's arrival helped their family heal after an unimaginable period of grief. Speaking in interviews after Ben's birth, John and Kelly spoke about how the new baby brought them hope. 

Social media users have often noted the strong resemblance between Ben and his father, as evident in the pictures shared by John. After Kelly Preston died in 2020 due to Breast Cancer, John became Ben's primary caregiver and has often spoken about the responsibility of raising his son with love and stability.

What are the new lawsuit claims about Ben Travolta's paternity? 

The renewed attention on Ben Travolta's paternity stems from allegations made in court by Brigitte Kruse, Elvis's ex-wife, Priscilla Presley's former business associate during another legal dispute. According to TMC, Brigitte claimed in the filings that Riley Keough, the daughter of the late Lisa Marie Presley, was the biological egg donor for Ben's conception. Later, Kelly Preston carried the pregnancy. Further, the lawsuit alleges that the arrangement was facilitated through fertility clinics and that Riley Keough was compensated.

However, there is no independent evidence that has been publicly verified. Brigitte links these claims to conversations she allegedly had with Michael Lockwood, Lisa Marie Presley's ex-husband. Meanwhile, Priscilla Presley's attorney has strongly denied the allegations, calling them "outrageous" and "completely improper". In fact, they highlighted how it was unrelated to the case. Meanwhile, no member of the Travolta or Keough families has publicly commented on the claims, and neither did the court validate them.

What do you think about the shocking claims related to Ben Travolta's paternity? 

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