'One can only dream': John Travolta gushes over new Aussie celebrity crush
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When you think of John Travolta, you immediately think of his on-screen chemistry with Australian actress Olivia Newton-John in Grease.
However, the Hollywood legend recently revealed his admiration for another Aussie blonde.
In an exclusive interview with Australian real estate moguls Shane Spiteri and Kirsty Cunningham for their Beyond the Sale podcast, Travolta opened up about his 'dream co-star'.
Without hesitation, Travolta expressed his awe for Margot Robbie.
'Margot Robbie. One can only dream. I love her, and she was in one of my favourite series, Pan Am.'
Margot Robbie, now one of Hollywood's most sought-after actresses, first caught the attention of American audiences with her role in Pan Am, where she played Laura Cameron.
Despite its brief run, her stint at Pan Am became a pivotal moment and catapulted her into the spotlight.
This helped her land roles in blockbuster hits like The Wolf of Wall Street, The Big Short, and the recent Barbie movie.
Travolta, a renowned aviation enthusiast and pilot himself, shared an encounter with Robbie during the Oscars two years ago.
'I met her for the first time, and I said, "I saw your series Pan Am, you know, it was so good, you were so good, I heard you always wanted to be a flight attendant?"'
Robbie's answer piqued the interest of the 70-year-old star and pilot.
'She said, "No! I always wanted to be a pilot!"'
The actors' passion for aviation led to a playful exchange about a historical inaccuracy in her film, Once Upon a Time in Hollywood.
'The Pan Am 747 didn't start service until January 1970, but the movie is set in the fall of 1969. Leo DiCaprio flew to Europe in a 747, which would not have been possible,' Travolta candidly shared.
Robbie, slated to meet the movie's director, Quentin Tarantino, shared her excitement about the trivia and looked forward to telling Tarantino of her discovery.
Travolta's unexpected interview took place during a Sydney visit by flying a private jet from Queenstown, New Zealand.
He flew in with his daughter and actress Ella Bleu and his son Benjamin.
The megastar, who learned how to fly planes at 15, obtained his first jet licence in 1978—the same year Grease premiered.
The actor's admiration for Robbie was a testament to her remarkable talent and the impact she made in Hollywood.
Even industry veterans like Travolta could still be captivated by the fresh ambition and skill of new stars.
Robbie's thriving career, much like Travolta's, became a source of inspiration for many, that with enough determination and passion, dreams can indeed take flight.
What do you think of John Travolta's admiration for Margot Robbie? Have any of the newer celebrities caught your attention, too? Share your thoughts with us in the comments section below!
However, the Hollywood legend recently revealed his admiration for another Aussie blonde.
In an exclusive interview with Australian real estate moguls Shane Spiteri and Kirsty Cunningham for their Beyond the Sale podcast, Travolta opened up about his 'dream co-star'.
Without hesitation, Travolta expressed his awe for Margot Robbie.
'Margot Robbie. One can only dream. I love her, and she was in one of my favourite series, Pan Am.'
John Travolta watched Margot Robbie's performance in aviation drama series Pan Am, which piqued his interest. Image Credit: Instagram/John Travolta
Margot Robbie, now one of Hollywood's most sought-after actresses, first caught the attention of American audiences with her role in Pan Am, where she played Laura Cameron.
Despite its brief run, her stint at Pan Am became a pivotal moment and catapulted her into the spotlight.
This helped her land roles in blockbuster hits like The Wolf of Wall Street, The Big Short, and the recent Barbie movie.
Travolta, a renowned aviation enthusiast and pilot himself, shared an encounter with Robbie during the Oscars two years ago.
'I met her for the first time, and I said, "I saw your series Pan Am, you know, it was so good, you were so good, I heard you always wanted to be a flight attendant?"'
Robbie's answer piqued the interest of the 70-year-old star and pilot.
'She said, "No! I always wanted to be a pilot!"'
The actors' passion for aviation led to a playful exchange about a historical inaccuracy in her film, Once Upon a Time in Hollywood.
'The Pan Am 747 didn't start service until January 1970, but the movie is set in the fall of 1969. Leo DiCaprio flew to Europe in a 747, which would not have been possible,' Travolta candidly shared.
Robbie, slated to meet the movie's director, Quentin Tarantino, shared her excitement about the trivia and looked forward to telling Tarantino of her discovery.
Travolta's unexpected interview took place during a Sydney visit by flying a private jet from Queenstown, New Zealand.
He flew in with his daughter and actress Ella Bleu and his son Benjamin.
The megastar, who learned how to fly planes at 15, obtained his first jet licence in 1978—the same year Grease premiered.
The actor's admiration for Robbie was a testament to her remarkable talent and the impact she made in Hollywood.
Even industry veterans like Travolta could still be captivated by the fresh ambition and skill of new stars.
Robbie's thriving career, much like Travolta's, became a source of inspiration for many, that with enough determination and passion, dreams can indeed take flight.
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