Kirstie Alley was one of those rare actresses whose presence lit up every screen she appeared on. From her breakout moments in Star Trek II: The Wrath of Khan to her unforgettable role as Rebecca Howe on Cheers, she built a career filled with charm, humor, and undeniable talent. Her performance on Cheers earned her both an Emmy and a Golden Globe, and she continued to shine in shows like David’s Mother and numerous miniseries.
Of course, many people remember her most fondly for starring alongside John Travolta in the beloved Look Who’s Talking films. Their on-screen chemistry was undeniable, and it was only a glimpse of the deep friendship they shared in real life.
Kirstie wasn’t just a force on camera—she was bold and honest offscreen too. She wrote about her struggles with weight, produced her own reality series, and even competed on Dancing with the Stars, where she lost around 100 pounds. She was also a loving mother to her two adopted children, True and Lillie, who described her as fierce, joyful, and endlessly loving when she passed away in 2022 at the age of 71.
Their statement said she fought with incredible strength, surrounded by the people she loved most. It was a heartbreaking loss felt by many, including those who knew her personally and fans around the world.
- John Travolta’s Touching Tribute to a Lifelong FriendIn the days following Kirstie Alley’s passing, heartfelt tributes poured in—but one of the most emotional came from her longtime friend and co-star, John Travolta. He shared a throwback photo of the two of them and wrote, “Kirstie was one of the most special relationships I’ve ever had. I love you, Kirstie. I know we will see each other again.” Their bond ran deeper than their roles in Look Who’s Talking. Kirstie had often spoken openly about her affection for Travolta. In a 2018 interview, she admitted she “almost ran off and married John,” saying that she loved him deeply—though
In the days following Kirstie Alley’s passing, heartfelt tributes poured in—but one of the most emotional came from her longtime friend and co-star, John Travolta. He shared a throwback photo of the two of them and wrote, “Kirstie was one of the most special relationships I’ve ever had. I love you, Kirstie. I know we will see each other again.”
Their bond ran deeper than their roles in Look Who’s Talking. Kirstie had often spoken openly about her affection for Travolta. In a 2018 interview, she admitted she “almost ran off and married John,” saying that she loved him deeply—though the timing was never right. She joked that if they had married, it would have been on his private jet, adding that as you get older, avoiding airports starts to sound more appealing.
Despite the affection between them, she believed their personalities were so big and so similar that they would have “devoured each other… like two blazing stars that just fizzled out.” Instead, they preserved something just as meaningful: a lifelong friendship built on trust, humor, and mutual respect.
Their story is a reminder that not all great loves are romantic—and that some friendships shine brightly enough to last a lifetime.
