John Travolta feted at Cannes and receives suprise honory Palme d'Or

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John Travolta feted at Cannes and receives suprise honory Palme d'Or Culture

Issued on: 16/05/2026 - 13:51

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U.S. screen ⁠legend John Travolta, ​star of hits such as "Pulp Fiction" and "Grease," was surprised on Friday with an honorary ​Palme d'Or prize at the Cannes Film Festival, before the premiere of his directorial debut "Propeller One-Way Night Coach."

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• Cannes Film Festival
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