Frequently Asked Questions
Why should I join Elvis Presley Fans of Nashville?
Why would you not want to join us?!
First off, we are a FREE Elvis Fan Club without memberships dues and we are officially approved & recognized by Elvis Presley Enterprises. Secondly, we provide the latest Elvis news and Presley family related news, and most importantly we assist the very ill children with life threatening diseases and cancers at St. Jude Children's Research Hospital in Memphis with our yearly August fan club donation. On the social media website Twitter we are followed by the official "Elvis Presley" Twitter account managed by Elvis Presley's Graceland, and we are also followed Twitter by Elvis' former wife, Priscilla Presley [@Cilla_Presley]
Follow us at @EPNashvilleFans
Can you help me locate vintage Elvis memorabilia for purchase and or can you appraise a Elvis item?
President Caroline Pratt, doesn't sell Elvis memorabilia, and she cannot appraise an Elvis item. Caroline wouldn't even know where to begin; as collecting vintage Elvis memorabilia and knowing the value of those items is not her specialty.
Your very first step to collecting vintage Elvis memorabilia would be to search eBay.com. But please be very cautious and careful when purchasing Elvis memorabilia, as many people sell fake Elvis items and reproductions and they try to sell the items as 100% real. Next, you might want to check out well known "famous" Auction Company's such as: Christie's, Julian's Auctions, Heritage Auctions, and Gotta Have It Rock and Roll - Auction House. You can also travel to Memphis for Elvis Week where there are always some Elvis Memorabilia Festivals with dealers who come from all over the world to sell their things from 1956, Vegas, movies, books, posters, and more!
How is your Elvis Fan Club officially approved & recognized by Elvis Presley Enterprises, and what exactly does that mean?
Elvis Presley Enterprises has a Fan Relations Department at their corporate office and they over see all Elvis Presley Fan Clubs who are authenticated. When your Fan Club is approved & recognized through EPE, you have permission to use the trademark name and photo image of "Elvis" and or "Elvis Presley" for all Fan Club purposes without running the risk of possibly being sued by Elvis Presley Enterprises. EPE will also help advertise your Elvis Fan Club in the Fan Relations section of Graceland.com and they will always list your Fan Club events and news on their website and in their official newsletters. You can also officially create Elvis merchandise for your Fan Club without any issues after you have approval from EPE.
How can I start my own Elvis Presley Fan Club and have it authenticated?
Simply send an e-mail to Elvis Presley Enterprises' Fan Relations Department at fans@elvis.com and then they will send you a Fan Club Application Form, which then you can fill out and mail or fax back to the Fan Relations Department.
Your Elvis fan club can be anything you would like for it to be. There are not set rules or responsibilities! Just honor Elvis and celebrate his life. Your club can be very involved with everything Elvis, it can be online only or active in your local city. Your club can report Elvis news frequently or just the very important news. You club can collect donations for charity. When it comes to collecting donations for a charity; some Fan Clubs conduct Elvis auctions and some have raffles. Everything is simply your choice, but always remember to have fun!
Does Elvis Presley Fans of Nashville offer Elvis merchandise or have an online store?
At the moment Elvis Presley Fans of Nashville does not offer any type of Elvis Presley merchandise or Elvis Fan Club merchandise. Therefore, we do not have an online store. If you are looking for an Elvis book or Elvis DVD: click here to check out ShopElvis.com! We have searched out our options to create official Elvis Presley Fans of Nashville - Fan Club t-shirts. When we do offer t-shirts, a link to our online store will be located in the navigation menu.
When and where was Elvis Presley born?
Elvis Aaron Presley was born at 4:35a.m. on January 8, 1935 in Tupelo, Mississippi, USA to his parents, Vernon and Gladys Presley. Elvis was a twin, but tragically his twin brother Jessie Garon Presley was stillborn.
Can you provide information regarding a tour company for touring Memphis and all the awesome Elvis related locations?
Elvis Presley Fans of Nashville highly recommends Mike's Memphis Tours. Mike's Memphis Tours, is owned and operated by Mike Freeman and his wife Sue Freeman. Mike is a Memphis Native, an Elvis fan and a Historian. Mike and Sue are both very knowledgeable about Elvis and the city of Memphis. They also offer a very popular tour of Tupelo where they take you to the Elvis related locations in Tupelo and also Elvis' Birthplace. Oh and the great thing is they will pick up up from your hotel.
www.memphisroadtours.com
Can you put me in contact with Lisa Marie Presley and or Priscilla Presley?
Elvis Presley Fans of Nashville doesn't have any special "inside" contacts with Lisa or Priscilla. President, Caroline Pratt doesn't know Lisa and or Priscilla personally. Caroline has been blessed to have met Lisa and Priscilla before at public events and paid meet & greets.
You can use the social media website Twitter to contact Lisa Marie Presley by sending a tweet to Lisa at: @LisaPresley
You can use the social media website Twitter to contact Prisiclla Presley by sending a tweet to Prisiclla at: @Cilla_Presley
When did the Presley's move to Memphis, Tennessee and why?
When and where did Elvis Graduate from High School?
The Presley's which included Elvis, and his parents Vernon and Gladys, and Vernon's Mother Minnie Mae moved to Memphis in 1948. The Presley's relocated to Memphis for better job opportunity's and Vernon's brother, Vester Presley and his wife Clettus & daughter Patsy had already relocated to Memphis and found well paying jobs.
Elvis Graduated from L.C. Humes High School in the class of 1953. The school building today is called Humes Preparatory Academy. A Historical Marker was placed in front of the school on August 13th 2013 to commemorate Elvis and the history of Humes High School. A short-film, titled "Nobody" about an 18 year old, Elvis Presley while at Humes in the talent show, will be released Summer 2014. Please visit the official website of "Nobody" for more information regarding the film. The address of the former, Humes High School is: "659 N Manassas St Memphis, TN 38107" and if you do visit the school please use extreme caution as that area of Memphis is known for crime.
What is inscribed on Elvis' grave marker?
Following is the wording of Elvis' epitaph written by Janelle McComb, commissioned and directed by Elvis' father Vernon Presley:
Elvis
Aaron
Presley
January 8, 1935
August 16, 1977
Son of
Vernon Elvis Presley
and Gladys Love Presley
Father of
Lisa Marie Presley
He was a precious gift from God
We cherished and loved dearly.
He had a God-given talent that he shared
With the world. And without a doubt,
He became most widely acclaimed;
Capturing the hearts of young and old alike.
He was admired not only as an entertainer,
But as the great humanitarian that he was;
For his generosity, and his kind feelings
For his fellow man.
He revolutionized the field of music and
Received its highest awards.
He became a living legend in his own time;
Earning the respect and love of millions.
God saw that he needed some rest and
Called him home to be with Him.
We miss you, Son and Daddy. I thank god
That He gave us you as our son.
What is inscribed on the eternal flame?
A group of Elvis' close associates paid for and placed an eternal flame at the head of Elvis' grave. Following is the inscription by Janelle McComb on its base, followed by the names that are inscribed on the sides:
TO ELVIS IN MEMORIUM
You gave yourself to each of us in
some manner. You were wrapped in
thoughtfulness and tied with love.
May this flame reflect our never
ending respect and love for you.
May it serve as a constant reminder
to each of us of your eternal presence.
Tommy Henley
Jerry Schilling
Letetia Henley
Dean Nichopoulos
Patsy Gambill
Dr. George Nichopoulos
Al Strada
Janelle McComb
Felton Jarvis
Joe Esposito
Where can I read Elvis' Last Will and Testament?
Simply visit this link:
http://www.ibiblio.org/elvis/elvwill.html
When date did Elvis and Priscilla marry?
Elvis and Priscilla married on Monday, May 1, 1967.
You can read all about the Presley wedding; by clicking here.
When was Lisa Marie Presley born?
Lisa Marie Presley was born February 1, 1968 at Baptist Memorial Hospital.
Taking photo's inside Graceland Mansion is often difficult due to the "no flash photography" rule. Can you provide any tips?
If you're using a fancy DSLR professional camera then you shouldn't have problems taking pictures inside Graceland. Use a camera that is at least 8mpx or higher in resolution. All cameras have many modes to choose from and try using: auto, natural light, museum and or low light modes. If your camera has a self timer, set it for two seconds because sometimes when you press the shutter that causes camera shake and blurry pictures. When pictures are blurry, it's not entirely because the flash is off, it's because of camera shake. Using a high ISO like 400 is also a great choice. The higher the ISO the better, because the camera is very sensitive to light!
Can you help me find a hotel for my stay in Memphis?
The Guest House at Graceland, is the ultimate place to stay while in Memphis experiencing Graceland. Located just across the street from Graceland.
The Days Inn Graceland is also great and safe, and fully decorated with Elvis photos and memorabilia. Located across the street from Graceland Mansion
I'd like to try some Memphis BBQ, can you direct me to BBQ restaurants?
1. Marlowe's - 4381 Elvis Presley Blvd.
2. Corky's - 5259 Poplar Avenue.
3. Rendezvous - 52 South 2nd Street.
4. Tops - 1286 Union Avenue.
5. Central BBQ - 4375 Summer Ave.
When did Elvis' '68 Special air on NBC?
December 3, 1968. But the special was filmed in June 1968.
What was the date of Elvis' Return to the stage in Las Vegas?
July 31, 1969 at The International Hotel and that first engagement ran until August 28, 1969.
When did the documentary film "Elvis, That's The Way It Is" premiere?
November 11, 1970.
When did Elvis meet President Richard Nixon at The White House to receive his Federal Narcotics Badge?
December 21, 1970. Sonny West and Jerry Schilling joined Elvis.
Click here for a photo of Elvis Presley and President Richard Nixon!
When was Elvis named One of the Ten Outstanding Young Men of the Nation by the United States Junior Chamber of Commerce (The Jaycees)?
January 16th 1971.
When was Elvis' "Aloha From Hawaii" TV Special?
January 14, 1973.
The show was performed at the Honolulu International Center Arena on January 14, 1973, broadcast live at 12:30 a.m. Hawaiian time, and beamed via Globecam Satellite to Australia, South Korea, Japan, Thailand, the Philippines, South Vietnam and other countries. It is seen on a delayed basis in around 30 European countries. A tape of the show is seen in America on April 4 on NBC. The live broadcast in January attracts 37.8% of the viewers in Japan, 91.8% in the Philippines, 70% in Hong Kong, and 70-80% of the viewers in Korea. The April showing in America attracts 51% of the television viewing audience and is seen in more American households than man’s first walk on the moon. In all, it will be seen in about 40 countries by one billion to 1.5 billion people. Elvis commissions an American Eagle design for his jumpsuit for this show, his patriotic message to his worldwide audience. Never has one performer held the world’s attention in such a way. Elvis is in top form physically and vocally. This is probably the pinnacle of his superstardom, one of the all-time great moments of his career. Audience tickets for the January 12 pre-broadcast rehearsal show and January 14 concert carry no price. Each audience member is asked to pay whatever he or she can. The performances and concert merchandise sales are a benefit raising $75,000 for the Kui Lee Cancer Fund in Hawaii. Kui Lee was a Hawaiian composer who had died of cancer while still in his thirties. On stage with Elvis is an orchestra and his current show cast: Joe Guercio (conductor); J.D. Sumner & the Stamps (vocals); The Sweet Inspirations (vocals); Kathy Westmoreland (soprano vocals); Charlie Hodge (guitar/vocals/on-stage assistance); James Burton (lead guitar); John Wilkinson (rhythm guitar); Jerry Scheff (bass guitar); Glen D. Hardin (piano); and Ronnie Tutt (drums).
When was Elvis' "Aloha From Hawaii" broadcasted to the USA?
April 4, 1973.
The Aloha special is seen on American television for the first time and garners 57% of the viewing audience.
When did "Elvis On Tour" win a Golden Globe Award for best feature documentary of 1972?
January 28, 1973.
When was Graceland's Den converted into the decor which reminded Elvis of Hawaii, and today it is known as The Jungle Room?
July 1974.
When did Elvis win a Grammy Award for "How Great Tho Art"?
March 1, 1975.
Elvis’ live recording of "How Great Thou Art" from the album recorded at one of his Memphis concerts on March 20, 1974, wins the Grammy for Best Inspirational Performance. This is Elvis’ third and final Grammy win out of fourteen nominations (one nomination posthumously). All three Grammy wins have been for his gospel music.
When did Elvis purchase his Airplane "The Lisa Marie"?
April 17, 1975.
Elvis purchased a Convair 880 jet and renamed it the “Lisa Marie", after his beloved daughter, Lisa Marie Presley.
When was Elvis' last vacation?
March 3 - 13, 1977 .
Elvis, his Fiance: Ginger Alden, and Elvis' friends enjoyed a vacation in Hawaii.
Ginger Alden, has written a book about her memories of Elvis, and the book will be released September 2, 2014. Click here to pre-order Ginger's book, Elvis and Ginger: Elvis Presley's Fiancée and Last Love Finally Tells Her Story.
When was Elvis' last album, Moody Blue Released?
July 1977.
After his death, "Moody Blue" hit #3 on the Billboard Chart, selling more than two million copies.
When and where was Elvis' last concert?
June 26, 1977 - at The Market Square Arena, Indianapolis, Indiana.
When did Elvis pass away?
August 16, 1977.
When was Elvis' funeral?
August 18, 1977 - Elvis’ funeral was held at Graceland in the living-room.
When was Elvis' body moved to Graceland?
October 2, 1977 - Gladys' and Elvis' bodies were moved to Graceland.
When did Elvis' 1977 CBS Concert Special air?
October 3, 1977 - The CBS special “Elvis In Concert” aired.
When did Elvis meet Col Tom Parker, who later became his manager?
January 15, 1955.
When did Elvis sign his contact with RCA Records?
November 20, 1955.
Colonel Parker negotiated the sale of Elvis’ Sun contract to RCA, which included his five Sun singles and his unreleased Sun material. The price is an unprecedented $35,000, with a $5,000 bonus for Elvis. RCA soon re-releases the five Sun singles on the RCA label. At the same time, Elvis signs a contract with Hill and Range Publishing Company, which is to set up a separate firm called Elvis Presley Music, Inc. Elvis will share with Hill and Range the publishing ownership of songs bought by Hill and Range for him to record. Elvis is the hottest new star in the music business.
When was Elvis Presley Day in Tupelo, Mississippi?
September 26, 1956.
Elvis’ parents joined him as he returned to the town of his birth as a big star. He performed two shows at the Mississippi-Alabama Fair and Dairy Show, the same fair at which he had performed at age 10. Click here to see a photo!
When did Elvis' first film, "Love Me Tender" premiere?
Elvis’ first movie, “Love Me Tender,” premiered at the Paramount Theater in New York City on November 15, 1956.
When did Elvis purchase Graceland?
Elvis purchased Graceland Mansion for himself, his parents, and his paternal grandmother to live in for $102,500 during March of 1957. Elvis didn't spend his first night in Graceland until June 26th, 1957.
Can you tell me about Elvis' Army years?
March 24, 1958, Elvis is inducted into the U.S. Army at the Memphis Draft Board and is assigned serial number 53310761. March 25, 1958 Elvis gets his famous G.I. haircut at Fort Chaffee, Arkansas. March 28, 1958 Elvis arrives at Fort Hood, Texas, for basic training and is stationed there for six months. June 10, 1958 After basic training, while on his first leave, Elvis has a recording session. This is his last recording session until 1960. Among the songs recorded is "A Big Hunk O' Love." June 20, 1958 Elvis' parents soon move into a temporary trailer near the Army base at Fort Hood, Texas. They move into a house on July 1. August 8, 1958 Gladys Presley becomes ill and returns to Memphis via train to be hospitalized with acute hepatitis. Elvis is granted emergency leave and arrives in Memphis on the afternoon of August 12. He visits her that night, and the next day and night. A few hours after Elvis goes home to Graceland to rest, she dies in the early hours of August 14 at age 46. Her body lies in state at Graceland that afternoon. Services are at the Memphis Funeral Home on the 15, with the Blackwood Brothers singing "Precious Memories" and "Rock of Ages," two of Gladys Presley’s favorite hymns. She is laid to rest at Forest Hill Cemetery, a few miles down the road from Graceland. Elvis is devastated. August 24, 1958 Elvis reports back to Fort Hood. September/October 1958 Elvis boards a troop train to New York on September 19, and then later boards the USS Randall and sails to Germany, arriving on October 1. He will be stationed in Friedberg for 18 months, maintaining an off-base residence in Bad Anaheim, shared with his father, grandmother and some friends from Memphis. He finds the fans in Europe to be as enthusiastic as those in the U.S. June 13 – 27, 1959 Elvis visits Paris and Munich. January 20, 1960 Elvis was promoted to Sergeant. He leaves on maneuvers on the 24th and will get his full sergeant's stripes on February 11, 1960. March 1960 Elvis leaves Germany on March 2 at 5:25 p.m., arriving in New Jersey the next day for a press conference. He is officially discharged from active duty on March 5, 1960, at 9:25 a.m. He boards a train for Memphis, arriving on March 8. Press and crowds of fans are everywhere for this historic series of events. He holds a press conference at Graceland in his father’s office behind the mansion on March 8. He has served his country just like any other G.I., with no special privileges his celebrity status might have afforded him. These two years away from his career have been a time to mature. He has also worried constantly that his lengthy absence might have damaged his career progress. March 20, 1960 Elvis has his first post-Army recording session. Some of the recording work is for the album “Elvis is Back!,” which will hit #2 on the Billboard pop chart. The album includes the single “Stuck On You,” which is rushed to the pressing plant and packaged in a generic sleeve without waiting for orders. Debuting at #84, it took only three weeks to hit #1. Sessions will continue in early April. March 26, 1960 Elvis tapes a special "Welcome Home, Elvis" edition of Frank Sinatra’s ABC-TV variety show, for which he is paid $125,000, a record sum for a variety show appearance at the time. April 21, 1960 Elvis begins filming and recording for his first post-Army movie, his fifth film, “GI Blues,” for Paramount. This is the third of nine Elvis films to be produced (not consecutively) by Hal Wallis. “GI Blues” co-stars dancer/actress Juliet Prowse.
When did Elvis' Mother, Gladys Presley pass away?
August 8, 1958 Gladys Presley became ill and returns to Memphis via train to be hospitalized with acute hepatitis. Elvis was granted emergency leave and arrived in Memphis on the afternoon of August 12. He visited her that night, and the next day and night. A few hours after Elvis goes home to Graceland to rest, Gladys dies in the early hours of August 14 at age 46. Her body lies in state at Graceland that afternoon. Services were at the Memphis Funeral Home on the 15, with the Blackwood Brothers singing "Precious Memories" and "Rock of Ages," two of Gladys Presley’s favorite hymns. Gladys was laid to rest at Forest Hill Cemetery, a few miles down the road from Graceland. Elvis was devastated. Gladys was later moved to Graceland during October 1977.
Can you tell me about Elvis and Priscilla's relationship?
Elvis and Priscilla met on September 13, 1959 at a party at Elvis' home, while her Army Father was stationed in Germany. In March 1963 Priscilla moved into Graceland. Elvis and Priscilla married in Las Vegas on May 1, 1967 and their Daughter Lisa Marie Presley was born on February 1, 1968. Elvis and Priscilla divorced on October 9th 1973.
Who were some of Elvis' girlfriends?
Elvis had many girlfriends throughout his lifetime, but I'll name a few of them here.
Magdelen Morgan - childhood in Tupelo
Dixie Locke - 1954-1956
Wanda Jackson - Louisiana Hayride days
Barbara Hearn 1956
Natalie Wood [rumored]
June Juanico - summer of 1956
Mamie Van Doren 1957 [rumored]
Tempest Storm - stripper 1957 [rumored]
Anita Wood 1957-1960
Priscilla Beaulieu - who Elvis later married on May 1, 1967
Ann-Margaret [rumored] while filming "Viva Las Vegas"
Barbara Leigh - early 1970's
Sherry Williams early 1970's
Cybil Sheppard - 1972
Kathy Selph - Summer 1972
Joyce Bova - 1972
Linda Thompson 1973 - until mid 1976
Diane Goodman - [Miss Georgia 1972] 1974
JoCathy Brownlee - October 1975
Mindi Miller - mid 1970's
Sheila Ryan 1975+ on and off
Ginger Alden - November 19, 1976 - until Elvis' death on August 16, 1977
When did Elvis meet The Beatles?
August 27th 1965 at Elvis' California home at 525 Perugia Way in Bel Air.
What are the address of Elvis' homes?
1034 Audubon Drive, Memphis - House purchased after Elvis' rise to fame.
565 Perugia Way, Los Angeles, CA
10539 Bellagio Road, Los Angeles, CA
1350 Ladera Circle, Palm Springs, CA - Honeymoon Hideaway
Hwy 301 at Goodman Road, Horn Lake, MS - Elvis' Circle G Ranch
10550 Rocca Place, Los Angeles, CA 90077
1174 Hillcrest Drive, Los Angeles, CA 90210
144 Monovale Drive, Los Angeles, CA 90210
835 Chino Canyon Road, Los Angeles, CA
Elvis' Father's home: 1266 Dolan Drive, Memphis TN
What are some Elvis related locations to see in Tupelo?
-Lawhon Elementary School
-Johnnie's Drive In
-Tupelo Hardware
-Previous site of the town of Shakerag
-Milam Junior High
-Lee County Courthouse
-The former site of the Mayhorn's Grocery Store
-The Site of WELO radio broadcasting
-The former site of the Assembly of God Church
-Priceville Cemetery
-The former site of the Tupelo Fairgrounds
Why should I join Elvis Presley Fans of Nashville?
Why would you not want to join us?!
First off, we are a FREE Elvis Fan Club without memberships dues and we are officially approved & recognized by Elvis Presley Enterprises. Secondly, we provide the latest Elvis news and Presley family related news, and most importantly we assist the very ill children with life threatening diseases and cancers at St. Jude Children's Research Hospital in Memphis with our yearly August fan club donation. On the social media website Twitter we are followed by the official "Elvis Presley" Twitter account managed by Elvis Presley's Graceland, and we are also followed Twitter by Elvis' former wife, Priscilla Presley [@Cilla_Presley]
Follow us at @EPNashvilleFans
Can you help me locate vintage Elvis memorabilia for purchase and or can you appraise a Elvis item?
President Caroline Pratt, doesn't sell Elvis memorabilia, and she cannot appraise an Elvis item. Caroline wouldn't even know where to begin; as collecting vintage Elvis memorabilia and knowing the value of those items is not her specialty.
Your very first step to collecting vintage Elvis memorabilia would be to search eBay.com. But please be very cautious and careful when purchasing Elvis memorabilia, as many people sell fake Elvis items and reproductions and they try to sell the items as 100% real. Next, you might want to check out well known "famous" Auction Company's such as: Christie's, Julian's Auctions, Heritage Auctions, and Gotta Have It Rock and Roll - Auction House. You can also travel to Memphis for Elvis Week where there are always some Elvis Memorabilia Festivals with dealers who come from all over the world to sell their things from 1956, Vegas, movies, books, posters, and more!
How is your Elvis Fan Club officially approved & recognized by Elvis Presley Enterprises, and what exactly does that mean?
Elvis Presley Enterprises has a Fan Relations Department at their corporate office and they over see all Elvis Presley Fan Clubs who are authenticated. When your Fan Club is approved & recognized through EPE, you have permission to use the trademark name and photo image of "Elvis" and or "Elvis Presley" for all Fan Club purposes without running the risk of possibly being sued by Elvis Presley Enterprises. EPE will also help advertise your Elvis Fan Club in the Fan Relations section of Graceland.com and they will always list your Fan Club events and news on their website and in their official newsletters. You can also officially create Elvis merchandise for your Fan Club without any issues after you have approval from EPE.
How can I start my own Elvis Presley Fan Club and have it authenticated?
Simply send an e-mail to Elvis Presley Enterprises' Fan Relations Department at fans@elvis.com and then they will send you a Fan Club Application Form, which then you can fill out and mail or fax back to the Fan Relations Department.
Your Elvis fan club can be anything you would like for it to be. There are not set rules or responsibilities! Just honor Elvis and celebrate his life. Your club can be very involved with everything Elvis, it can be online only or active in your local city. Your club can report Elvis news frequently or just the very important news. You club can collect donations for charity. When it comes to collecting donations for a charity; some Fan Clubs conduct Elvis auctions and some have raffles. Everything is simply your choice, but always remember to have fun!
Does Elvis Presley Fans of Nashville offer Elvis merchandise or have an online store?
At the moment Elvis Presley Fans of Nashville does not offer any type of Elvis Presley merchandise or Elvis Fan Club merchandise. Therefore, we do not have an online store. If you are looking for an Elvis book or Elvis DVD: click here to check out ShopElvis.com! We have searched out our options to create official Elvis Presley Fans of Nashville - Fan Club t-shirts. When we do offer t-shirts, a link to our online store will be located in the navigation menu.
When and where was Elvis Presley born?
Elvis Aaron Presley was born at 4:35a.m. on January 8, 1935 in Tupelo, Mississippi, USA to his parents, Vernon and Gladys Presley. Elvis was a twin, but tragically his twin brother Jessie Garon Presley was stillborn.
Can you provide information regarding a tour company for touring Memphis and all the awesome Elvis related locations?
Elvis Presley Fans of Nashville highly recommends Mike's Memphis Tours. Mike's Memphis Tours, is owned and operated by Mike Freeman and his wife Sue Freeman. Mike is a Memphis Native, an Elvis fan and a Historian. Mike and Sue are both very knowledgeable about Elvis and the city of Memphis. They also offer a very popular tour of Tupelo where they take you to the Elvis related locations in Tupelo and also Elvis' Birthplace. Oh and the great thing is they will pick up up from your hotel.
www.memphisroadtours.com
Can you put me in contact with Lisa Marie Presley and or Priscilla Presley?
Elvis Presley Fans of Nashville doesn't have any special "inside" contacts with Lisa or Priscilla. President, Caroline Pratt doesn't know Lisa and or Priscilla personally. Caroline has been blessed to have met Lisa and Priscilla before at public events and paid meet & greets.
You can use the social media website Twitter to contact Lisa Marie Presley by sending a tweet to Lisa at: @LisaPresley
You can use the social media website Twitter to contact Prisiclla Presley by sending a tweet to Prisiclla at: @Cilla_Presley
When did the Presley's move to Memphis, Tennessee and why?
When and where did Elvis Graduate from High School?
The Presley's which included Elvis, and his parents Vernon and Gladys, and Vernon's Mother Minnie Mae moved to Memphis in 1948. The Presley's relocated to Memphis for better job opportunity's and Vernon's brother, Vester Presley and his wife Clettus & daughter Patsy had already relocated to Memphis and found well paying jobs.
Elvis Graduated from L.C. Humes High School in the class of 1953. The school building today is called Humes Preparatory Academy. A Historical Marker was placed in front of the school on August 13th 2013 to commemorate Elvis and the history of Humes High School. A short-film, titled "Nobody" about an 18 year old, Elvis Presley while at Humes in the talent show, will be released Summer 2014. Please visit the official website of "Nobody" for more information regarding the film. The address of the former, Humes High School is: "659 N Manassas St Memphis, TN 38107" and if you do visit the school please use extreme caution as that area of Memphis is known for crime.
What is inscribed on Elvis' grave marker?
Following is the wording of Elvis' epitaph written by Janelle McComb, commissioned and directed by Elvis' father Vernon Presley:
Elvis
Aaron
Presley
January 8, 1935
August 16, 1977
Son of
Vernon Elvis Presley
and Gladys Love Presley
Father of
Lisa Marie Presley
He was a precious gift from God
We cherished and loved dearly.
He had a God-given talent that he shared
With the world. And without a doubt,
He became most widely acclaimed;
Capturing the hearts of young and old alike.
He was admired not only as an entertainer,
But as the great humanitarian that he was;
For his generosity, and his kind feelings
For his fellow man.
He revolutionized the field of music and
Received its highest awards.
He became a living legend in his own time;
Earning the respect and love of millions.
God saw that he needed some rest and
Called him home to be with Him.
We miss you, Son and Daddy. I thank god
That He gave us you as our son.
What is inscribed on the eternal flame?
A group of Elvis' close associates paid for and placed an eternal flame at the head of Elvis' grave. Following is the inscription by Janelle McComb on its base, followed by the names that are inscribed on the sides:
TO ELVIS IN MEMORIUM
You gave yourself to each of us in
some manner. You were wrapped in
thoughtfulness and tied with love.
May this flame reflect our never
ending respect and love for you.
May it serve as a constant reminder
to each of us of your eternal presence.
Tommy Henley
Jerry Schilling
Letetia Henley
Dean Nichopoulos
Patsy Gambill
Dr. George Nichopoulos
Al Strada
Janelle McComb
Felton Jarvis
Joe Esposito
Where can I read Elvis' Last Will and Testament?
Simply visit this link:
http://www.ibiblio.org/elvis/elvwill.html
When date did Elvis and Priscilla marry?
Elvis and Priscilla married on Monday, May 1, 1967.
You can read all about the Presley wedding; by clicking here.
When was Lisa Marie Presley born?
Lisa Marie Presley was born February 1, 1968 at Baptist Memorial Hospital.
Taking photo's inside Graceland Mansion is often difficult due to the "no flash photography" rule. Can you provide any tips?
If you're using a fancy DSLR professional camera then you shouldn't have problems taking pictures inside Graceland. Use a camera that is at least 8mpx or higher in resolution. All cameras have many modes to choose from and try using: auto, natural light, museum and or low light modes. If your camera has a self timer, set it for two seconds because sometimes when you press the shutter that causes camera shake and blurry pictures. When pictures are blurry, it's not entirely because the flash is off, it's because of camera shake. Using a high ISO like 400 is also a great choice. The higher the ISO the better, because the camera is very sensitive to light!
Can you help me find a hotel for my stay in Memphis?
The Guest House at Graceland, is the ultimate place to stay while in Memphis experiencing Graceland. Located just across the street from Graceland.
The Days Inn Graceland is also great and safe, and fully decorated with Elvis photos and memorabilia. Located across the street from Graceland Mansion
I'd like to try some Memphis BBQ, can you direct me to BBQ restaurants?
1. Marlowe's - 4381 Elvis Presley Blvd.
2. Corky's - 5259 Poplar Avenue.
3. Rendezvous - 52 South 2nd Street.
4. Tops - 1286 Union Avenue.
5. Central BBQ - 4375 Summer Ave.
When did Elvis' '68 Special air on NBC?
December 3, 1968. But the special was filmed in June 1968.
What was the date of Elvis' Return to the stage in Las Vegas?
July 31, 1969 at The International Hotel and that first engagement ran until August 28, 1969.
When did the documentary film "Elvis, That's The Way It Is" premiere?
November 11, 1970.
When did Elvis meet President Richard Nixon at The White House to receive his Federal Narcotics Badge?
December 21, 1970. Sonny West and Jerry Schilling joined Elvis.
Click here for a photo of Elvis Presley and President Richard Nixon!
When was Elvis named One of the Ten Outstanding Young Men of the Nation by the United States Junior Chamber of Commerce (The Jaycees)?
January 16th 1971.
When was Elvis' "Aloha From Hawaii" TV Special?
January 14, 1973.
The show was performed at the Honolulu International Center Arena on January 14, 1973, broadcast live at 12:30 a.m. Hawaiian time, and beamed via Globecam Satellite to Australia, South Korea, Japan, Thailand, the Philippines, South Vietnam and other countries. It is seen on a delayed basis in around 30 European countries. A tape of the show is seen in America on April 4 on NBC. The live broadcast in January attracts 37.8% of the viewers in Japan, 91.8% in the Philippines, 70% in Hong Kong, and 70-80% of the viewers in Korea. The April showing in America attracts 51% of the television viewing audience and is seen in more American households than man’s first walk on the moon. In all, it will be seen in about 40 countries by one billion to 1.5 billion people. Elvis commissions an American Eagle design for his jumpsuit for this show, his patriotic message to his worldwide audience. Never has one performer held the world’s attention in such a way. Elvis is in top form physically and vocally. This is probably the pinnacle of his superstardom, one of the all-time great moments of his career. Audience tickets for the January 12 pre-broadcast rehearsal show and January 14 concert carry no price. Each audience member is asked to pay whatever he or she can. The performances and concert merchandise sales are a benefit raising $75,000 for the Kui Lee Cancer Fund in Hawaii. Kui Lee was a Hawaiian composer who had died of cancer while still in his thirties. On stage with Elvis is an orchestra and his current show cast: Joe Guercio (conductor); J.D. Sumner & the Stamps (vocals); The Sweet Inspirations (vocals); Kathy Westmoreland (soprano vocals); Charlie Hodge (guitar/vocals/on-stage assistance); James Burton (lead guitar); John Wilkinson (rhythm guitar); Jerry Scheff (bass guitar); Glen D. Hardin (piano); and Ronnie Tutt (drums).
When was Elvis' "Aloha From Hawaii" broadcasted to the USA?
April 4, 1973.
The Aloha special is seen on American television for the first time and garners 57% of the viewing audience.
When did "Elvis On Tour" win a Golden Globe Award for best feature documentary of 1972?
January 28, 1973.
When was Graceland's Den converted into the decor which reminded Elvis of Hawaii, and today it is known as The Jungle Room?
July 1974.
When did Elvis win a Grammy Award for "How Great Tho Art"?
March 1, 1975.
Elvis’ live recording of "How Great Thou Art" from the album recorded at one of his Memphis concerts on March 20, 1974, wins the Grammy for Best Inspirational Performance. This is Elvis’ third and final Grammy win out of fourteen nominations (one nomination posthumously). All three Grammy wins have been for his gospel music.
When did Elvis purchase his Airplane "The Lisa Marie"?
April 17, 1975.
Elvis purchased a Convair 880 jet and renamed it the “Lisa Marie", after his beloved daughter, Lisa Marie Presley.
When was Elvis' last vacation?
March 3 - 13, 1977 .
Elvis, his Fiance: Ginger Alden, and Elvis' friends enjoyed a vacation in Hawaii.
Ginger Alden, has written a book about her memories of Elvis, and the book will be released September 2, 2014. Click here to pre-order Ginger's book, Elvis and Ginger: Elvis Presley's Fiancée and Last Love Finally Tells Her Story.
When was Elvis' last album, Moody Blue Released?
July 1977.
After his death, "Moody Blue" hit #3 on the Billboard Chart, selling more than two million copies.
When and where was Elvis' last concert?
June 26, 1977 - at The Market Square Arena, Indianapolis, Indiana.
When did Elvis pass away?
August 16, 1977.
When was Elvis' funeral?
August 18, 1977 - Elvis’ funeral was held at Graceland in the living-room.
When was Elvis' body moved to Graceland?
October 2, 1977 - Gladys' and Elvis' bodies were moved to Graceland.
When did Elvis' 1977 CBS Concert Special air?
October 3, 1977 - The CBS special “Elvis In Concert” aired.
When did Elvis meet Col Tom Parker, who later became his manager?
January 15, 1955.
When did Elvis sign his contact with RCA Records?
November 20, 1955.
Colonel Parker negotiated the sale of Elvis’ Sun contract to RCA, which included his five Sun singles and his unreleased Sun material. The price is an unprecedented $35,000, with a $5,000 bonus for Elvis. RCA soon re-releases the five Sun singles on the RCA label. At the same time, Elvis signs a contract with Hill and Range Publishing Company, which is to set up a separate firm called Elvis Presley Music, Inc. Elvis will share with Hill and Range the publishing ownership of songs bought by Hill and Range for him to record. Elvis is the hottest new star in the music business.
When was Elvis Presley Day in Tupelo, Mississippi?
September 26, 1956.
Elvis’ parents joined him as he returned to the town of his birth as a big star. He performed two shows at the Mississippi-Alabama Fair and Dairy Show, the same fair at which he had performed at age 10. Click here to see a photo!
When did Elvis' first film, "Love Me Tender" premiere?
Elvis’ first movie, “Love Me Tender,” premiered at the Paramount Theater in New York City on November 15, 1956.
When did Elvis purchase Graceland?
Elvis purchased Graceland Mansion for himself, his parents, and his paternal grandmother to live in for $102,500 during March of 1957. Elvis didn't spend his first night in Graceland until June 26th, 1957.
Can you tell me about Elvis' Army years?
March 24, 1958, Elvis is inducted into the U.S. Army at the Memphis Draft Board and is assigned serial number 53310761. March 25, 1958 Elvis gets his famous G.I. haircut at Fort Chaffee, Arkansas. March 28, 1958 Elvis arrives at Fort Hood, Texas, for basic training and is stationed there for six months. June 10, 1958 After basic training, while on his first leave, Elvis has a recording session. This is his last recording session until 1960. Among the songs recorded is "A Big Hunk O' Love." June 20, 1958 Elvis' parents soon move into a temporary trailer near the Army base at Fort Hood, Texas. They move into a house on July 1. August 8, 1958 Gladys Presley becomes ill and returns to Memphis via train to be hospitalized with acute hepatitis. Elvis is granted emergency leave and arrives in Memphis on the afternoon of August 12. He visits her that night, and the next day and night. A few hours after Elvis goes home to Graceland to rest, she dies in the early hours of August 14 at age 46. Her body lies in state at Graceland that afternoon. Services are at the Memphis Funeral Home on the 15, with the Blackwood Brothers singing "Precious Memories" and "Rock of Ages," two of Gladys Presley’s favorite hymns. She is laid to rest at Forest Hill Cemetery, a few miles down the road from Graceland. Elvis is devastated. August 24, 1958 Elvis reports back to Fort Hood. September/October 1958 Elvis boards a troop train to New York on September 19, and then later boards the USS Randall and sails to Germany, arriving on October 1. He will be stationed in Friedberg for 18 months, maintaining an off-base residence in Bad Anaheim, shared with his father, grandmother and some friends from Memphis. He finds the fans in Europe to be as enthusiastic as those in the U.S. June 13 – 27, 1959 Elvis visits Paris and Munich. January 20, 1960 Elvis was promoted to Sergeant. He leaves on maneuvers on the 24th and will get his full sergeant's stripes on February 11, 1960. March 1960 Elvis leaves Germany on March 2 at 5:25 p.m., arriving in New Jersey the next day for a press conference. He is officially discharged from active duty on March 5, 1960, at 9:25 a.m. He boards a train for Memphis, arriving on March 8. Press and crowds of fans are everywhere for this historic series of events. He holds a press conference at Graceland in his father’s office behind the mansion on March 8. He has served his country just like any other G.I., with no special privileges his celebrity status might have afforded him. These two years away from his career have been a time to mature. He has also worried constantly that his lengthy absence might have damaged his career progress. March 20, 1960 Elvis has his first post-Army recording session. Some of the recording work is for the album “Elvis is Back!,” which will hit #2 on the Billboard pop chart. The album includes the single “Stuck On You,” which is rushed to the pressing plant and packaged in a generic sleeve without waiting for orders. Debuting at #84, it took only three weeks to hit #1. Sessions will continue in early April. March 26, 1960 Elvis tapes a special "Welcome Home, Elvis" edition of Frank Sinatra’s ABC-TV variety show, for which he is paid $125,000, a record sum for a variety show appearance at the time. April 21, 1960 Elvis begins filming and recording for his first post-Army movie, his fifth film, “GI Blues,” for Paramount. This is the third of nine Elvis films to be produced (not consecutively) by Hal Wallis. “GI Blues” co-stars dancer/actress Juliet Prowse.
When did Elvis' Mother, Gladys Presley pass away?
August 8, 1958 Gladys Presley became ill and returns to Memphis via train to be hospitalized with acute hepatitis. Elvis was granted emergency leave and arrived in Memphis on the afternoon of August 12. He visited her that night, and the next day and night. A few hours after Elvis goes home to Graceland to rest, Gladys dies in the early hours of August 14 at age 46. Her body lies in state at Graceland that afternoon. Services were at the Memphis Funeral Home on the 15, with the Blackwood Brothers singing "Precious Memories" and "Rock of Ages," two of Gladys Presley’s favorite hymns. Gladys was laid to rest at Forest Hill Cemetery, a few miles down the road from Graceland. Elvis was devastated. Gladys was later moved to Graceland during October 1977.
Can you tell me about Elvis and Priscilla's relationship?
Elvis and Priscilla met on September 13, 1959 at a party at Elvis' home, while her Army Father was stationed in Germany. In March 1963 Priscilla moved into Graceland. Elvis and Priscilla married in Las Vegas on May 1, 1967 and their Daughter Lisa Marie Presley was born on February 1, 1968. Elvis and Priscilla divorced on October 9th 1973.
Who were some of Elvis' girlfriends?
Elvis had many girlfriends throughout his lifetime, but I'll name a few of them here.
Magdelen Morgan - childhood in Tupelo
Dixie Locke - 1954-1956
Wanda Jackson - Louisiana Hayride days
Barbara Hearn 1956
Natalie Wood [rumored]
June Juanico - summer of 1956
Mamie Van Doren 1957 [rumored]
Tempest Storm - stripper 1957 [rumored]
Anita Wood 1957-1960
Priscilla Beaulieu - who Elvis later married on May 1, 1967
Ann-Margaret [rumored] while filming "Viva Las Vegas"
Barbara Leigh - early 1970's
Sherry Williams early 1970's
Cybil Sheppard - 1972
Kathy Selph - Summer 1972
Joyce Bova - 1972
Linda Thompson 1973 - until mid 1976
Diane Goodman - [Miss Georgia 1972] 1974
JoCathy Brownlee - October 1975
Mindi Miller - mid 1970's
Sheila Ryan 1975+ on and off
Ginger Alden - November 19, 1976 - until Elvis' death on August 16, 1977
When did Elvis meet The Beatles?
August 27th 1965 at Elvis' California home at 525 Perugia Way in Bel Air.
What are the address of Elvis' homes?
1034 Audubon Drive, Memphis - House purchased after Elvis' rise to fame.
565 Perugia Way, Los Angeles, CA
10539 Bellagio Road, Los Angeles, CA
1350 Ladera Circle, Palm Springs, CA - Honeymoon Hideaway
Hwy 301 at Goodman Road, Horn Lake, MS - Elvis' Circle G Ranch
10550 Rocca Place, Los Angeles, CA 90077
1174 Hillcrest Drive, Los Angeles, CA 90210
144 Monovale Drive, Los Angeles, CA 90210
835 Chino Canyon Road, Los Angeles, CA
Elvis' Father's home: 1266 Dolan Drive, Memphis TN
What are some Elvis related locations to see in Tupelo?
-Lawhon Elementary School
-Johnnie's Drive In
-Tupelo Hardware
-Previous site of the town of Shakerag
-Milam Junior High
-Lee County Courthouse
-The former site of the Mayhorn's Grocery Store
-The Site of WELO radio broadcasting
-The former site of the Assembly of God Church
-Priceville Cemetery
-The former site of the Tupelo Fairgrounds
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