Elvis Presley was a singer and actor from the United States who died at the age of 42 from complications of a heart attack. The 36-year-old King of Rock and Roll has been honored with the Grammy Lifetime Achievement Award. From 1958 he was in military service for some time. In music history, Elvis is the best-selling solo artist. Overall, he was active in his career from 1953 to 1977.

Born name

Elvis Aaron Presley

nickname

Elvis, The Cymbal, The King, The King of Rock ‘n’ Roll

Alter

Elvis Presley was born on January 8, 1935.

Died

Presley passed away at the age of 42 on August 16, 1977, at his Graceland Estate in Memphis, Tennessee. Years of prescription drug abuse had finally taken their toll when he suffered a heart attack, which some experts said was triggered by an allergy to codeine pills he was given by his dentist.

Sun sign

Capricorn

Place of birth

Tupelo, Mississippi, USA

nationality

training

In first class, Elvis Presley received admission to East Tupelo Consolidated . In the sixth grade he attended a new school in Milam in September 1946.

After his family moved to Memphis, he enrolled at LC Humes High School . In June 1953 he graduated from high school.

occupation

singer, actor

family

• Vater – Vernon Elvis Presley
• Mother – Gladys dear Presley
• Siblings – Jesse Garon Presley (twin brother) (he was stillborn)
• Others – Jessie Presley (paternal grandfather), Minnie Mae Dodger Hood (paternal grandmother), Robert Lee Smith (maternal grandfather), Octavia Mansell (maternal grandmother)

Manager

unknown

Genre

Rock and Roll, Pop, Rockabilly, Country, Blues, Gospel, Rhythmus und Blues

instruments

vocals, guitar, piano

labels

HMV, RCA (Victor), Sun Records

Build

Average

Height

182 cm (5 ft 11 in)

weight

80 kg or 176 lbs

girlfriend / boyfriend / spouse

Elvis Presley had arranged to meet

1. Dixie Locke (1953-1955) – In the early months of 1953, Presley began dating Dixie Locke. They were high school sweethearts. He even took her as his date for junior and senior degrees from South Side High School in 1954 and 1955. Eventually, however, they broke up and decided to end their relationship by mutual consent. She felt his career was going in one direction and she wasn’t a part of it.
2. Nick Adams (1955) – Presley reportedly had a homosexual relationship with actor Nick Adams in 1955. However, no evidence was found that would indicate that it was not an unfounded and idle conversation.
3. Wanda Jackson – In the mid-’50s, Presley was reported to be dating singer Wanda Jackson. She was in her late teens touring with Presley, and eventually she was overcome by his charm. She claimed it was because of his urging, she decided to try rock ‘n’ roll.
4. June Juanico (1955-1957) – Presley began dating June Juanico in June 1955. They had met in their hometown of Biloxi when he was in town to perform. They were less than two years old. She claimed in her interviews that they never consummated their relationship. She was a virgin at the time and wary of losing it before marriage. She was also afraid of getting pregnant.
5. Natalie Wood (1956) – In 1956, Presley had a very short-lived affair with actress Natalie Wood. It was reportedly his decision to bring her to Memphis to meet his family, which spoiled things between them. She later told her friends that it was Glady’s domineering and jealous mother who ruined everything.
6. Gael Greene (1956) – In 1956, Presley had a one-night stand with journalist and writer Gael Greene. He was in New York City to perform at Olympia Stadium and she was hired to interview him. The sexual encounter took place on the 24th floor of the Book-Cadillac Hotel.
7. Yvonne Lime (1957) – During the early months of 1957, Presley is said to have been dating actress Yvonne Lime. They had worked together in the film Loving You and their romance had blossomed on the sets of the film. She even confirmed their relationship in an interview with Modern Screen magazine.
8. Anne Neyland (1957) – During the summer of 1957, Presley was linked to actress Anne Neyland, who had just signed an acting contract with MGM. In June 1957, it was even claimed that he introduced her to his family in Memphis. He visited his hometown after he finished recording his iconic single. Jailhouse Rock.
9. Tempest Tempest (1957) – In 1957, Elvis spent a week dating exotic dancer and burlesque star, Tempest Storm.
10. Jeanne Carmen (1957) – In 1957, Presley had a brief fling with pin-up girl and B-movie actress Jeanne Carmen. They have been spotted at a few parties and events together.
11. Venetia Stevenson (1957) – Presley’s brief affair with actress Venetia Stevenson became public in October 1957 after he personally drove his white Cadilac to the airport to pick her up. He later attended the private showing of his film, Loving You at the Strand Cinema. Then they got stuck in the crowd and the police had to escort them.
12. Kathleen Case (1957-1960) – Elvis had an on-and-off relationship with actress Kathleen Case from 1957 to 1960. They began in late 1957, just before he was scheduled to fly to Honolulu to film his film. In the early months of 1958, she denied wanting to date him, but sources close to him claimed she was the only girl he was dating. When he returned from the shooting, it was claimed they had repaired their broken relationship. They were reconnected in May 1960 when he took her to see Jerry Lewis perform at the Moulin Rouge.
13. June Wilkinson (1958) – In early 1958, Presley was linked to model and actress June Wilkinson. It has been claimed that he started seeing her while he was filming for the film, King Creole .
14. Margrit Buergin (1958-1959) – In 1958 he was linked to actress Margrit Buergin. The press hailed Bürgin as the first European woman to date Presley. She was 16 years old when they were first linked.
15. Anita Wood (1957-1962) – In 1957, Presley first met recording artist and television performer Anita Wood. That same year he called her his “No. 1 girl. “She had signed a deal with Paramount Pictures to work as an actress, but later decided against Presley. Their serious relationship lasted over five years. They officially split in August 1962.
16. Priscilla Presley(1959-1960 and 1962-1973) – In September 1959Elvis met his future wife Priscilla at a party at his home in Bad Nauheim. At that time he was serving in the US Army. She was only 14 years old and impressed Elvis. They were inseparable until he left West Germany in March 1960, when his military service was coming to an end. As she read tabloids linking him to various actresses and models, she felt like she would never see Elvis again. However, he contacted her by telephone and arranged for her to visit him in the United States in the summer of 1962. During the visit, she began using sleeping pills and amphetamines to keep up with his lifestyle. She visited them again for Christmas and he managed to convince her parents that she was allowed to move to Graceland. After her parents agreed, she moved to Graceland in March 1963. Her parents had insisted that she live with his father and stepmother until she finished her schooling. But that didn’t work within a few weeks, she lived with Elvis. Before Christmas 1966 he proposed to her. They married in Las Vegas in May 1967. In February 1968, she gave birth to their only daughter, Lisa Marie. During their marriage, Presley had numerous affairs and while he was touring or filming in LA she had to live at Graceland which ruined their marriage. She also had an affair with a dance teacher whom she called Mark in her book. She later took up karate at his suggestion. While taking karate lessons she began an affair with Mike Stone, who was her instructor. This affair further hastened the end of their marriage, and in February 1972 they formally separated. Their divorce was finalized in October 1973.
17. Tina Louise (1960) – In 1960, it was reported that Presley was having an affair with actress Tina Louise. She had interviewed him upon his return from army service and it served as a starting point for their affair.
18. Carol Connors (1960) – Carol Connors impressed Presley with her song Knowing Him Is Loving Him . Immediately after hearing the song, Presley, the German then serving in the US Army, asked his inner circle to get in touch with her. He got his wish when she was brought to his house. They began dating soon after, and their affair lasted about nine months.
19. Juliet Prowse (1960) – In 1960, Elvis had an affair with actress Juliet Prowse. Their affair had blossomed on the sets of their film, GI Blues . She even confirmed their affair in her interview and blamed his fans for their eventual split.
20. Tura Satana (1961) – Presley first saw Tura Satana at Chicago’s Follies Theatre. Soon after, they began dating. However, their relationship did not last long. It was claimed he had proposed to her, but she turned it down.
21. Anne Helm (1961) – In the summer of 1961, he had an affair with Canadian actress Anne Helm.
22. Rita Moreno (1961) – In 1961, Presley had a brief affair with Puerto Rican actress and singer Rita Moreno. It has been claimed that she only agreed to date Elvis to make Marlon Brando jealous, who had cheated on her.
23. Nancy Czar (1961-1962) – Presley met actress Nancy Czar in January 1961 at a touch football game on Sunset Boulevard in Los Angeles. They dated back and forth for about a year before breaking up in 1962.
24. Sherry Jackson (1962) – Actress Sherry Jackson initially refused to go on dates with Elvis as she felt he needed a haircut. However, when he returned from his time in the US Army, he had a nice crewcut and she was impressed. He often snuck her into the cinemas after the film screenings so as not to be discovered.
25. Tuesday Weld (1962) – In 1962 he reportedly dated actress Tuesday Weld. They had grown close while shooting for the film, Wild in the Country .
26. Connie Stevens (1962) – Elvis was in a relationship with actress Connie Stevens for almost a year in 1962. He asked her out on a date, for which she was filming Hawaiian Eye .
27. Yvonne Craig (1962-1963) – In August 1962, Presley began dating actress Yvonne Craig. While they were shooting It Happened at the World’s Fair, she was asked to have dinner at his mansion in Bel Air. It served as the starting point for their romance. Their affair ended towards the end of 1963.
28. Linda Rogers – Elvis had an affair with actress Linda Rogers in the early ’60s. They were introduced by Nancy Czar, who was his former girlfriend and Linda’s best friend. After her graduation, Linda landed a role in the film, Tickle Me , which starred Elvis. It has been claimed that some of their scenes were cut from the final cut because they flirted too much.
29. Sharon Hugueny (1963) – RUMOUR
30. Joan O’Brien (1963) – RUMOUR
31. Ann-Margret (1963) – Presley first met actress Ann-Margret on a stage at Radio Recorders Studios in Hollywood. They had been signed to play the lead roles in the film, Viva Las Vegas. They dated while working on the film.
32. Phyllis Davis (1964) – RUMOUR
33. Regina Carrol (1964) – In 1964, Presley also had a falling out with actress Regina Carrol. They had worked together in the film, Viva Las Vegas.
34. Shelley Fabares (1964) – In late 1964, Presley reportedly started dating actress Shelley Fabares. They had met while working on the 1965 film, Girls Happy.
35. Chris Noel (1965) – Presley reportedly started dating actress Chris Noel. They had grown close while filming for the film, girls happy.
36. Mary Ann Mobley (1965) – Towards the end of 1965, Elvis Presley is said to have been dating Mary Ann Mobley. They had worked together on Girls Happy and Harum Scarum and it was the former’s set that served as the backdrop for their romance.
37. Marianna Hill (1965) – RUMOUR
38. Mindy Miller – Presley had a short-lived relationship with Mindy Miller. It was claimed that their affair only lasted a few weeks.
39. Christiane Schmidtmer – RUMOR
40. Judith Rawlins – RUMOR
41. Nancy Sinatra (1968) – Presley had an affair with singer and actress Nancy Sinatra while filming for the film, Freeway. Their affair was confirmed by Presley’s former wife, Priscilla, in her book.
42. Susan Henning (1968) – Presley was first introduced to actress Susan Henning on the set of the film. Live a little, love a little. However, their affair didn’t start until after he did the recording for ’68 Comeback Special .
43. Cassandra Peterson (1969) – In 1969, Presley met Cassandra Peterson while performing at the Dunes Hotel on a show called Viva Les Girls . They spend the whole evening, the night and the night following night together. Since she was only 17 years old, nothing happened except a few kisses. However, he advised her to leave Las Vegas as it was not the right place for a young girl.
44. Barbara Leigh (1970-1972) – In 1970, Elvis was introduced to actress and model Barbara Leigh. They were introduced by Jim Aubrey, who was President of MGM Studios and who dated Barbara. It has been claimed that Presley took great pleasure in stealing Aubrey’s girlfriend. Their affair was hot and secret. They made sure that they were pictured together in public. She opened up about their affair in her book, The King, McQueen and the Love Machine.
45. Joyce Bova (1969-1972) – In her book Don’t Ask Forever: My Love Affair with Elvis Joyce Bova claimed that she had a three-year affair with the King of Rock and Roll. She had met Elvis while on vacation in Las Vegas.
46. Peggy Lipton (1972) – Presley had an affair with actress Peggy Lipton in 1972. In her later interviews, she praised him as a good kisser, but wasn’t a fan of his skills in bed.
47. Raquel Welch (1972) – In 1964, Elvis met actress Raquel Welch while working in film. Roustabout. They later joined forces in 1972.
48. Linda Thompson (1972-1976) – In the summer of 1972, Elvis began dating actress Linda Thompson. In fact, Linda lost her authenticity to Presley. In her interviews, she found that Elvis was very caring and had told her that he would not touch her until she was fully ready. They ended their four-year affair in November 1976.
49. Sheila Ryan (1973-1975) – In 1973, Presley began dating actress Sheila Ryan. They were first introduced by Joe Esposito. He had brought Sheila backstage after his show in Las Vegas. They decided to separate in 1975.
50. Kitty Carl (1973) – Elvis had an affair with actress Kitty Carl in 1973.
51. Cybill Shepherd (1974) – In February 1974, Presley had a brief fling with actress and singer Cybill Shepherd. She ultimately had to choose between Presley and her boyfriend, Peter Bogdanovich. She chose Peter because she couldn’t handle the drugs.
52. Cher (1974) – Elvis had an affair with singer Cher. He had invited her to his room, but she was nervous and declined the offer. Therefore, physical intimacy was not involved in this relationship.
53. Kathy Westmoreland (1976) – Presley dated American singer Kathy Westmoreland in 1976.
54. Ginger Alden (1976-1977) – Towards the end of 1976, Presley began dating Ginger Alden. Aiden claimed they were together until his death in August 1977. She even claimed that they got engaged in January 1977. But none of Presley’s close aides believed her.

race/ethnicity

multiracial

On his father’s side, he was of Scottish or German ancestry. While on his mother’s side, he had French Norman and Scots-Irish roots. He also had traces of Cherokee ancestry on his mother’s side.

hair colour

blonde (natural)

But he opted to dye his hair black for an edgier look.

eye color

Blau

sexual orientation

Just

distinguishing features

• Long and deep sideburns
• Greased black hair
• Deep hoarse voice
• grin from the left

brand promotion

• In 1954, Elvis Presley lent his voice to the radio advertisement for Southern Donuts .
• He was also featured in a radio advertisement for RCA’s Victrolas in 1966.
• In 1957, he also appeared in a PSA for the March of Dimes , a nonprofit organization dedicated to curing polio.

His songs and footage have been used in television commercials for the following brands and products –

• Nike
• Tennessee Department of Tourism
• Nissan Altima
• AX Body Wash
• Old Navy clothing stores
• Heineken beer
• National Lottery

Religion

He was brought up in the congregation of the Church of God, which is a denomination of born-again Christians. However, his religious views as an adult were not well known.

Known for

• To be the best-selling solo artist in the music industry. It is estimated that he has sold between 600 million and 1 billion records.
• Cult hit status was achieved by a number of his singles such as Love Me Tender, Jailhouse Rock, and Everything shook himself.

First album

In March 1956 he released his debut studio album, Elvis Presley , which was a smash hit and managed to earn platinum certification.

first movie

In 1956, Elvis made his big screen debut in the western drama film, Love Me Tenderly . The film was originally titled The Reno Brothers but after pre-sales of the single went through the roof, the producers decided to change the title.

First TV show

In January 1956, Elvis Presley made his first TV show appearance on the comedy TV series, Stage Show .

Personal trainer

Presley wasn’t a fan of working out or running. However, he tried to maintain an active lifestyle by playing badminton and American football. He was also holding a black karate belt. However, it has long been disputed how he earned the degree.

Elvis Presley favorite things

• Food – Peanut Butter Bacon Banana Sandwich and Fool’s Gold Loaf, which is essentially a hollowed-out loaf of sourdough bread filled with a jar of grape jelly, a jar of peanut butter, and a pound of bacon
• Movie – A Tram Called Desire (1951), Rebel Without a Cause (1955), King Creole (1958), Bullitt (1968), Dirty Harry (1971)
• Sports – soccer and racquetball
• Actors – James Dean, John Wayne, Clint Eastwood, Steve McQueen and Marlon Brando
• Books – The Impersonal Life of Joseph Sieber Benner and The Holy Bible
• class in high school – lumber trade
• TV Shows – The Jeffersons, Good Times, Happy Days and Flip
• Artist – Jake Hess
• Music Artists – Roy Acuff, Hank Snow, Ted Daffan, Ernest Tubb, Jimmy Davis, Jimmy Rodgers, Sister Rosetta Tharpe and Bob Wills

Elvis Presley The Fact

1. His autopsy report found 10 different drugs in his bloodstream, further bolstering the belief that the heart attack was caused by drug abuse.
2. He had purchased his iconic Graceland mansion in March 1957 for $102,500 from Mrs. Ruth Brown Moore. The following month he installed the Music Gates. The manor’s name comes from the early days when it was used as a church.
3. In June 1993, he was featured on a series of rock and blues legends stamps issued by the US Postal Services.
4. Popular singer and actor Liberace had first suggested that he add flashy costumes to his act, after which Elvis opted to wear his iconic jeweled white jumpsuits and gold lame jackets. As a token of his gratitude, Elvis kept a seat for Liberace at most concerts.
5. He became the third performer, after Hank Williams and Johnny Cash, to be inducted into both The Country Music Hall of Fame and The Rock & Roll Hall of Fame .
6. His personal entourage was called the Memphis Mafia. He had given diamond and gold rings with a lightning bolt and TCB (Take Care of Business) engraved on them. He was buried with such a ring.
7. The Beatles were huge fans of his and loved his company. However, Elvis felt that the popular British band had a negative impact on American youth.
8. He served temporarily as deputy sheriff in Shelby County, Tennessee.
9. In 1958 he was drafted into the US Army. He was stationed in West Germany and was discharged from service in 1960. A public outcry erupted over allegations that he had been treated favourably.
10. Outside the United States, he had appeared in only two concerts. Both concerts took place in Canada. He never gave a concert outside of North America.
11. While studying at Humes High School , he was a member of the school’s boxing team. He also played touch football in the neighborhood.
12. In the ’70s he underwent three cosmetic surgeries – a nose job and two facelifts. On one of the visits, he was joined by his rumored girlfriend, Linda Thompson.
13. Presley aspired to portray the iconic role of Vito Corleone in the epic drama film. The Godfather. However, his request to audition for the role was turned down by the producers.
14. He lost roles in several popular and hit films because his manager, Tom Parker, turned them down. Above all, Parker wanted Presley to get top billing. Sometimes the salary demands turned out to be too outrageous.
15. In 2007, the National Rifle Association (NRA) issued a special Elvis Presley Tribute Revolver authorized by his estate.
16. In the past, VH1 ranked him #2 on their “100 Sexiest Artists” list. They also placed him eighth in their list of “100 Greatest Artists of Rock & Roll”.
17. In January 1964, he bought the yacht Potomac from former US President Franklin D. Roosevelt for $55,000.
18. He is said to be one of the first entertainers to bring karate to the cinema. He had even managed to earn a black belt in karate.
19. In 1969, before opening in Las Vegas, he received a death threat, after which the FBI agents gave him security. He even carried a Derringer pistol in his shoe for added protection.
20. When he was in high school, he was bullied for being a mom’s boy. In his school days he is said to have been a shy boy.
21. Presley received no formal musical training and could not read music. Instead, he learned and studied music by ear. Early in his career, he regularly visited record stores with jukeboxes and listening booths.
22. In 1954 he auditioned for the vocal quartet, the Songfellows. However, he was rejected. Presley told his father that he was told he couldn’t sing. However, quartet member Jim Hamil stated that he was rejected because he did not have an ear for harmony when auditioning.
23. In April 1954 he began working as a truck driver for Crown Electric. He continued to play the local gigs.
24. In 1957, a rumor circulated that Presley had claimed the only thing black people could do for him was shine his shoes and buy his records. He claimed that he had not made any such racist statement and the leading journalists could not find any record of such a statement.
25. He is the first artist to have over 150 songs on the Billboard Top 100. He also has the most songs (114) on the Billboard Top 40.
26. He is the first artist to own more than 100 gold-certified albums. He has 106 gold-certified albums, which is still the record in RIAA history.
27. Visit his official website @ elvis.com.
28. Follow her on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram and Pinterest.