The beloved star appeared in such shows as “All in the Family,” “What’s Happening!

!,” and “Police Story,” among many others.

Those roles solidified her in the memories of a generation.

John and Ellen Travolta at an awards show

She was married to Jack Bannon for 34 years, and the two worked together in theater often.

But when he tragically died on October 25, 2017, Ellen sought solace elsewhere.

I can’t ignore this.'

Ellen Travolta ecstatic in Grease

So I let him in.

He came up on the couch and we watched Hallmark."

All she wants is one line.'"

Ann, John, and Ellen Travolta in 1976 smiling

“I was so thrilled to do it,” she enthused.

“When I got there, everybody included me.

People were so kind and respectful, and they knew everything I’d ever done.”

John captioned it: “1976.

My sisters Ann, Ellen and I during production of ‘Bus Stop’ at the Falmouth Playhouse.

Thanks for always being by my side!”

He also celebrated her role in “Haul Out the Holly” in a sweet Instagram Story.