Lisa Marie Presley Defends Travolta Family, Scientology

Lisa Marie Presley, friend to John Travolta and Kelly Preston and fellow Scientologist, has taken to her MySpace page to defend the couple after the tragic death of their teenage son Jett, clear up perceived misunderstandings about Scientology and relay how much the Travoltas gave to their son.

A new mom, Presley has been out of the spotlight for months since having twins in early October.

On the blog she writes in part:

Two of my very good friends, (John and Kelly Travolta ) the sweetest people in the world have just encountered the worst possible tragedy a parent could be forced to endure, the death of their son Jett.
My heart is crying and bleeding for them.
I personally would not have it in me to bury my own child.
I am writing this because I have noticed that for the most part, people and the media have been very sympathetic and respectful, but there are those certain ones that want to use this horrible tragedy as an opportunity to once again, blame and or attack Scientology?
Folks, as popular as it has been to discriminate and ridicule Scientology and Scientologist's in the recent past , Now is NOT the time...
It is not true that Scientologist's "Don't believe in " medical care , medicine or medical Doctors and that may have something to do with this terrible tragedy.
Just like anyone else, If one is sick , they go to the doctor, If a medication will make it better then they take it.
If they don't then they are an idiot and you can't blame their religion.
Whatever medical and or physical condition Jett had , I can tell you first hand that his parents were on a tireless, never ending quest to get and provide him with the absolute best care anyone could ever ask for and need, Medically, physically, emotionally, medicinally and spiritually.
I am not writing this to preach my beliefs, I am here to protect my friends.

Comments

[Carolina16]

Everyone has their right to believe the way they want to. I say leave them alone and let them grieve their son in whatever way they choose. Who are we to say they are doing it wrong?

[dben]

This woman married Michael Jackson. That is all I have to say.

[AZ4thatone]

Whatever you believe, Presley is right. Now is not the time to be taking shots at the Travolta's. They are going through something that most of us can't even imagine having to endure. As a mother and grandmother, my heart goes out to them. I'm sure they are consumed with grief right now.

[hunt49]

This isn't about the Travoltas. It's about Scientology.

[AZ4thatone]

Did you read the article? Presley was defending the Travolta's.

[CaroleK1970]

why are they showing a picture of Wynona Judd?

[WinstonSmith]

It is not true that Scientologist's "Don't believe in " medical care , medicine or medical Doctors and that may have something to do with this terrible tragedy.

Really? Perhaps we should ask Lisa McPherson. That's right, we can't.
http://www.lisamcpherson.org/
Anti-seizure medications are normally prescribed by psychiatrists and we all know what Co$ thinks about them even though L Ron was a picture perfect example of a manic-depressive.

[Trittydi]

I could not be sadder for the Travolta family. I don't like their cultish "religion" - and normally I would not even mention it. I believe everyone is entitled to their own set of beliefs as long as no one is being harmed in any way as a result and as long as they stay away from me and my children with the craap they're hawking.

But I think you're being too touchy Ms. Presley -- isn't your best option here to simply ignore the comments that have you on the defensive? Call it ignorance if you want and let it go. You give everyone who views scientologists with suspicion another opportunity to explain why the group is offensive to them.
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[tck29]

All religions are cults. Billy Graham himself has said "Any group that claims that they alone have all the answers about god" is a cult. If you practice any type of religion, you have no right to criticize Scientology or any other religion because they are all nonsense.

[D-la-G]

yes all religions are crazy but spirituality is not crazy. something most humans have lost.

I looked up scientology and some things are weird, but most are definitely along the side of REASON. Take care of your mind, body and soul (most important and it will guid the rest) and we would all give and be loved.

religion is man made spirituality is not!

[SuperBucky]

FREAKAZOID!

[jwws007]

my daughter has autism with seizure disorder. she was taking tegretol for a long time, and it started to stop working, and was starting to affect her liver. so our doctor switched her over to lomectel and she's been seizure free for almost 6 months. i'm glad i'm not a scientologist

[SeanONe]

I bet your daughter is too.

[WinstonSmith]

Actually what your daughter is taking is Lamictal and thankfully it works for her, but keep a close watch as it can have a few nasty side effects specifically anything to do with a rash.

[lunchlady]

The Scientologists are opening lots of offices in Silicon Valley to get some of that tech money from young nerds who feel that something's missing. The Church of S is certainly not allergic to money. It's all more of a self-help scheme, not a religion. No platitudes about the soul enhancement of poverty or helping others, or the virtue of humility and modesty. The C of S is much more modern and focused on the improvement of self. Its got some good points, but it will save you a bundle to read a few books about rational thinking and positive self-talk on your own. Need friends? A lot cheaper to join a book club or start talking to your neighbors.

[Jake5]

This is a LIE! Scientology destroyed my family for many years. They ABSOLUTLY DO NOT believe in medical drugs for illness other than "vitamins" to help "cure" illness along with "auditing" and the crackpot quackery known as the "Purification Rundown". It all makes sense now that I found out that Jett had a disease of the vascular system. The "Purification Rundown" involves dangerously high doses of Niacin which intensely affects the veins, arteries and capillaries. I'd put money on it that it had something to do with his death. Poor kid, I feel terrible for him and I feel terrible that the family bought all the lies known as L.Ron Hubbard!

[Agentlady007]

What a scoop of tuna salad in a pita.

Are you full of brussel sprouts or did you actually think this post would go by un-checked...?

I would rather join a coffe house and feed my natural cancer cells than think a neighbor is the answer? Everyone knows never to get too friendly with your neighbors.

[lunchlady]

I am full of brussel sprouts, my favorite. And my neighbors are pretty nice and friendly. But you can make friends wherever you like, the more places the better.

[elliegrl]

What in this post is wrong? Do a search on Scientology and judges court opinions, how many countries have fought to ban Scientology, about the deaths that have occurred.

Just take a peek at what Wikipedia says about Scientology:
In Ireland, they are not classified as a religious or tax-exempt organization, in France Parliament has classified them as a dangerous cult and sued them for fraud and practicing pharmacology without a license. "In Germany it is seen as a totalitarian organization and is under observation by national security organizations due, among other reasons, to suspicion of violating the human rights of its members granted by the German Constitution.
In the UK, foreign Scientologists were banned from entering the United Kingdom between 1968 – 1980 but were allowed later on. In 1999 an application by Scientology for charitable status was rejected after the authorities decided its activities were ***not of general public benefit.***" This is the tip of the iceberg....

[harriettubman]

If it's not hurting any one I have no problem with it.

[Promise]

Well Harriet....read up on it and see!

[trinity29]

clearly you are uninformed because there are people being harmed in many ways starting from harassment, separation from family and friends, death, murder, suicides, and severe psychological disorders. Now, I haven't even mentioned the violation of human rights issues that this organization participates in. I think its better not to spout out cliched statements if you haven't educated yourself.

[hunt49]

COS actively seeks to undermine funding for mental health - through websites, paid internet commenters, lobbyists, etc. They don't just want to avoid it themselves, they want to undermine everyone's access to it.

I would hope you have a problem with that.

[DrZook]

THIS IS A LIE: Lisa Marie Presley is quoted as saying:“It is not true that Scientologist's "Don't believe in " medical care , medicine or medical Doctors,..”

Look up Jeremy Perkins on the internet. The Church of Scientology persuaded Jeremy to not take medication for paranoid schizophrenia and he stabbed his own mother to death. The whole family were Church of Scientology members.

[HappyDae]

Well, that settles it for me. When such intellectual and spiritual luminaries as the thrice-married Lisa Marie Presley and Tom Cruise embrace Scientology, then it must be from God. And to think that the prophets and Jesus Christ Himself were so wrong, what was I thinking? Thank you, Rev. Hubbard for helping to save this nation.

Happy Dae.
http://shoestringgenealogy.com

[friscotxmom]

Here... i'll save you a few thousand bucks. When you get to the double top secret level of CoS, they explain that there is no G-d or Jesus, just milllions of dead, invisible aliens attaching themselves to your body. Cheers!

[HappyDae]

LOL! Always good to hear from folks in Frisco ... especially since I'm in Tarrant county. Thanks for the comment. < G >

Happy Dae.

[WinstonSmith]

A few thousand dollars? Try more like a few hundred thousand dollars. The going rate to hit OT-VIII is about $300k. Maybe in this economic downturn they have lowered prices some. Holy Xenu Batman, my Engram has my Body Theaten in a headlock.

[jena132]

What is Scientology? I mean I know its a religion created by a novelist- but whats their beliefs.

[fishgirl26]

it's a cult. Do a little research and you'll realize it is a money grubbing cult that loves the celebrity money but they don't value family at all. Most "lower" scientologists spend years paying to be elevated to different "levels" and most of the kids in the families are ignored.

[jojo ballz]

if you do a little research you'll realize that all religions are money grubbing cults...

Not much difference between Xenu and some half god man that saved everybody but will come back to kill almost everyone if you ask me......

.......good thing you asked :)

[Culturemaven]

Seriously, look it up. It defies description and belief.
The recetnt biography of Tom Cruise had many fascinating details ~ quite a read.

[jena132]

I'm asking what is their beliefs.............believe me, I'm on the "its a cult" side - I'm just trying to understand what they believe

[ColoradoDan]

http://www.amazon.com/Complex-Insider-Exposes-Covert-Scientology/dp/1903582849/ref=pd_bbs_sr_2?ie=UTF8&s=books&qid=1231345549&sr=8-2

This new book was banned when Cruise visited Amazon's headquarters 2 months ago. That lasted a few weeks until freedom lovers demanded it be offered. Still banned in England though. Check out the reviews ... almost all 5 stars.

Folks have NO idea how badly children are treated inside this cult ... especially the celebrities. Folks like Lisa, who inherited $100 million bucks at the age of 30, are surrounded day and night by only those in Scientology who keep them in line. Ironically she blasted Elvis for the same situation!

No one in Scienotology is allowed to read this book. Ever.

[fishgirl26]

Hence...save Katie!

[trinity29]

I used to have sympathy for her before. But she is a grown adult who signed her own deals. If she is now chained to scientology its no one but her fault. i have no sympathy for her anymore.

[1smartblonde]

All I need to know is one thing. Was Jett taking any anti seizure medications prior to his death?

For the honor of this child, I hope he was!

I am waiting for the answer to my question, patiently, of course.

Im sure the media will dig WAY deep for the answer.

[baka432]

As far as it's been reported, he had been on a medication for the past 5 years but it was causing liver failure. His seizures had been at one every 3 weeks and soon went to every few days. I believe they were working with neurologists to find a new medicine to put him on, and he was never left alone, not even in the bathroom. His personal aid was there with him, but if you have a seizure in the shower...what can you do? You can fall so quickly. I just think to criticize them over this is just terrible, not that I think you are, just in general. And, I think it's already none of my business that I even know any of that. This whole thing is just sad.

[elliegrl]

Won't post the source as it'll be blocked, but this is public record:

Rolling Stone's August 18, 1983 issue had an interview with John Travolta. They asked him about Scientology:

"Then despite all the negative publicity about Scientology, you still believe?"

"Yes. I think it's pretty brilliant. I try to separate the material and the organization, because I don't agree with the way the organization is being run. I believe that the material is more worthy than the individuals who are handling it."

"Scientology uses your name a lot in promoting its cause. Do you feel it has used your celebrity for its own purposes?"

"I've been something of an ostrich about how it's used me, because I
haven't investigated exactly what the organization's done. One part
of me says that if somebody gets some good out of it, maybe it's all
right. The other part of me says that I hope it uses some taste and
discretion. I wish I could defend Scientology better, but I don't
think it even deserves to be defended, in a sense."

[trinity29]

thats pretty damning. sounds like he likes the basic psychology and philosophy behind scientology and hates the church. haha.

[PJF]

As a visitor from the planet Herpes XII I am reluctant to butt in however I must say that you should listen to the scientologists as well as Admiral Jackson's podpartner Lisa-marie.