John Travolta’s career has been one of ups and downs, spellbinding fame, radical reinvention, and unforgettable performances.

John Travolta and Nikki Blonsky in Hairspray (2007). Courtesy Warner Bros. Never miss a story — sign up for PEOPLE's free daily newsletter to stay up-to-date on the best of what PEOPLE has to ...

John Travolta played Edna Turnblad, mother of Tracy Turnblad (Blonsky) in 2007’s “Hairspray.” ©New Line Cinema/Courtesy Evere 3 “Hairspray” was Blonsky’s first-ever acting job.

In "Hairspray," which was the big-screen adaptation of the 2002 Broadway musical comedy, Travolta played the mother of Blonsky's Tracy character. Olivia Newton-John and John Travolta in "Grease." ...

Blonsky says John Travolta was wonderful to work with in ‘Hairspray’ One common aspect of Hairspray is that Tracy’s mom, Edna, is always played by a man in drag. In the 2007 film, Travolta ...

John Travolta and Nikki Blonsky in Hairspray (2007). Courtesy Warner Bros. Hairspray Turns 15! Nikki Blonsky and Director Adam Shankman Reveal Secrets from Set of Iconic Movie Musical.

John Travolta has starred in some pretty iconic movies. Here are his best, ... Hairspray (2007) Based on the Broadway musical and the 1988 comedy of the same name, ...

Even John Travolta, whose voice is nothing particularly special, is still excellent as Edna Turnblad. However, it's Nikki Blonsky as Tracy Turnblad, who's the real star of the film.

The 1950s are out, and change is in the air. “Hairspray”, winner of eight Tony Awards, including Best Musical, inspired the ...

Courtesy Warner Bros. Christopher Walken and John Travolta in Hairspray (2007) Adam Shankman won't forget John Travolta and Christopher Walken's onscreen connection anytime soon. In an interview ...