What was John Travoltas name in welcome back karter?

In "Welcome Back, Kotter," John Travolta played the character Vinny Barbarino. Vinny is a charming and somewhat carefree student at James Buchanan High School, known for his witty one-liners and good looks. The show, which aired in the 1970s, centered around a group of misfit students and their teacher, Gabe Kotter. Travolta's role as Barbarino helped launch his career in Hollywood.