Travolta was not involved in the promotion of his new film, Taking of Pelham 123, because he is still mourning the death of his son Jett, but wished to thank his colleagues, reports People.
On his Web site, the actor said that his friends have helped him alot. He wrote, "I join them to promote this wonderful film, and their unselfish efforts have allowed my family the additional time to reconcile our loss."
Travolta thanked the director, Tony Scott, for giving him the freedom to play this deranged character that hijacks a New York subway train. Travolta said, "This role as an actor gave me the chance to dispense with all moral and ethical limitations, and explore just how bad this character could really be."
The actor also added that he was very happy with the work that he has accomplished. "I am very proud of the efforts we have all made in making this movie, and I want each and every one of you to enjoy it," he concluded.
Taking of Pelham 123 will hit theatres on Friday June 12.