The Night I Met Kelly Preston
In 2018, I had the incredible opportunity to perform in a play based on The Greatest Showman. At just 8 years old, I played the role of one of the main character’s daughters and sang A Million Dreams. It was one of my first big performances, and instead of being nervous, I was absolutely thrilled. The excitement of being on stage, the bright lights, and the energy of the audience made the experience unforgettable.
But what made that night even more special was meeting Kelly Preston.
Yes—the Kelly Preston, the stunning actress known for her roles in Jerry Maguire, Mischief, and Twins. She was in the audience that night, and after the show, she was so moved that she asked to speak with me.
When we met, she had tears in her eyes. She hugged me tightly and congratulated me on my performance. I could tell she genuinely meant every word, and her kindness made the moment feel even more surreal. It’s one thing to perform in front of an audience, but to have someone as inspiring as Kelly be so touched by my performance was beyond anything I could have imagined.
