Kelly Preston, 57, has tragically passed away after a two-year battle with breast cancer.

Her family asks for your understanding of their need for privacy at this time."

Travoltatook to Instagramon Sunday evening with the heartbreaking news of his wife’s passing.

Kelly Preston and John Travolta

She fought a courageous fight with the love and support of so many," he said.

Kelly’s love and life will always be remembered.

He sadly lost his life after he fell and hit his head on the bathtub.

The Travolta family

Travolta took to being a father instantly.

In 1994 he toldPeople, “I can’t imagine what life would be like without Jett.

After he was born and cleaned up, I held him for hours while Kelly slept.

Kelly Preston with son Jett

You’ll have to do it another day.'

I went a little nutsy.”

He continued, “The truth is, I didn’t know if I was going to make it.

Kelly Preston and family

Life was no longer interesting to me, so it took a lot to get me better.”

The actress shared two images on Father’s Day this year, each of John Travolta with his family.

I love you with all of my heart.

Our thoughts are with the family at this very difficult time.