A stunning claim has surfaced within a bitter legal battle: that Riley Keough may have secretly helped John Travolta and his late wife, Kelly Preston, expand their family. Court documents allege Keough donated her eggs, leading to the birth of their son, Ben, in 2010 – a revelation that has ignited a firestorm of controversy.
The allegation emerged in an amended lawsuit filed by former associates of Priscilla Presley, escalating a $50 million breach-of-contract dispute. These claims, attributed to statements made by others, suggest a deeply personal arrangement within the Presley and Travolta families, potentially making Ben Elvis Presley’s great-grandson.
Priscilla Presley has swiftly and forcefully denounced the allegations as “outrageous,” characterizing them as a desperate attempt to inflict further pain on her family. Her legal team insists the claims are entirely unrelated to the core issues of the lawsuit and will be vigorously contested.
The filings further allege that Lisa Marie Presley, Riley’s mother, was also previously approached for egg donation, but the claim lacks any supporting medical evidence. The narrative centers around the assertion that Kelly Preston faced difficulties conceiving and sought assistance from within the Presley lineage.
According to the court documents, musician Michael Lockwood, Lisa Marie’s former husband, is identified as the source of much of this information. He allegedly told associates that Preston required help to become pregnant and that reproductive material from the Presley family was considered.
The lawsuit paints a picture of a sensitive period for Travolta and Preston, following the tragic loss of their son, Jett, in 2009. It suggests they approached the Presley family during a time of personal and professional strain, even referencing past allegations against Travolta – claims he has consistently denied.
The amended complaint details a supposed arrangement where Riley Keough ultimately provided the eggs, allowing Preston to carry the pregnancy at age 48. The filing even suggests a financial exchange, alleging Keough received a vintage Jaguar and between $10,000 and $20,000 for her contribution.
Adding to the complexity, the lawsuit alleges the involvement of the Church of Scientology, of which Travolta is a long-time member, and suggests Priscilla Presley played an oversight role in the arrangement – claims that remain unverified.
The plaintiffs, Brigitte Kruse and Kevin Fialko, claim they were compelled to reveal this information and seek to “reveal the truth” amidst what they describe as unfounded accusations against them. They maintain the lawsuit is about exposing the facts surrounding Lisa Marie Presley’s estate.
Navarone Garibaldi Garcia, Priscilla’s son, is also named in the lawsuit, accused of attempting to suppress the information and demanding a substantial settlement. He and Priscilla have both vehemently denied the allegations, condemning the filing as unethical and a tactic to exert undue pressure.
The court, not public opinion, will ultimately decide the validity of these extraordinary claims. While the allegations have sent shockwaves through the entertainment world, they remain unsubstantiated and are currently part of an ongoing legal dispute.
