“I never expected to be anybody important.”

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Early Life

  • Born January 8, 1935, in Tupelo, Mississippi.

  • His parents were Vernon Presley and Gladys Presley.

  • He grew up in a poor family but loved music from a young age, singing in church and learning guitar.

Family

  • Married Priscilla Beaulieu in 1967.

  • They had one daughter, Lisa Marie Presley (born 1968).

  • Elvis and Priscilla divorced in 1973, but they stayed close.

  • Lisa Marie also became a singer and is the only child of Elvis.

Music

Elvis is famous for blending different styles: rock, country, gospel, and blues.

  • Early hits:

    • “Heartbreak Hotel” (1956)

    • “Hound Dog” (1956)

    • “Don’t Be Cruel” (1956)

  • Later hits:

    • “Jailhouse Rock” (1957)

    • “All Shook Up” (1957)

    • “Can’t Help Falling in Love” (1961)

  • He also recorded gospel songs and won 3 Grammy Awards for gospel music.

Career Highlights

  • Known as the King of Rock ‘n’ Roll.

  • Starred in over 30 movies, including Love Me Tender (1956) and Blue Hawaii (1961).

  • Famous for his energetic stage presence, hip movements, and powerful voice.

  • Became a cultural icon worldwide.

Later Life & Legacy

  • Struggled with health issues later in life.

  • Died on August 16, 1977, at his home in Memphis, Tennessee.

  • Graceland, his mansion in Memphis, is now a museum and one of the most visited homes in the U.S.

  • Influenced countless artists, from The Beatles to Michael Jackson.Continue reading…

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