death was confirmed in a statement released by husband John Travolta via Instagram, revealing a private battle with the disease.
As the news broke, Hollywood stars and fans were quick to pay their respects to the actress, who is survived by John – her husband of 28 years – as well as two children.
But it was eldest daughter Ella, 20, who led the tributes, praising her mum for ‘making the world a better place’. She wrote: ‘I have never met anyone as courageous, strong, beautiful and loving as you. ‘Anyone who is lucky enough to have known you or to have ever been in your presence will agree that you have a glow and a light that never ceases to shine and that makes anyone around you feel instantly happy. ‘Thank you for being there for me no.
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