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Priscilla Presley - April 26th 'Shades of Elvis' Book Signing

4/30/2014

 
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Priscilla Presley, April 26th, 2014 at the ‘Chiller Theatre Toy Model and Film Expo’ in Parsippany, New Jersey. Priscilla and Photographer, Christopher Ameruoso, promoted and autographed their new book, Shades of Elvis.


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'Shades of Elvis' is a new photography book by Priscilla Presley, and celebrity Photographer, Christopher Ameruoso, that host over 75 celebrities wearing or posing with a pair of Elvis Presley's famous sunglasses. 


Click here to purchase, 'Shades of Elvis'

Priscilla Presley to Attend 2014 Collingwood Elvis Festival

4/18/2014

 
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Priscilla Presley to Attend 2014 Collingwood Elvis Festival
APRIL 10, 2014

Organizers of the annual Collingwood Elvis Festival are proud to announce that in celebration of our milestone 20th Anniversary year, Priscilla Presley will join the festivities for the 2014 Collingwood Elvis Festival. Learn more about purchasing tickets by visiting: CollingwoodElvisFestival.com.

Joining Priscilla at the Festival will be her co-author, Christopher Ameruoso, as they promote their new book, "Shades of Elvis." Shades of Elvis is a new tribute book showcasing Ameruoso’s photographs of a broad array of celebrities wearing Elvis’ iconic sunglasses. Priscilla worked closely with Ameruoso on the development of the book, and contributed the forward. Fans can purchase "50 Shades of Elvis" by visiting ShadesOfElvis.net.

Collingwood Elvis Festival General Manager Rosemarie O’Brien, together with Board Chair, Peter DeVries, made the Festival announcement during a press conference held at Collingwood Town Hall on Wednesday April 9.

“I am thrilled to be here today to announce that this is the year,” said de Vries. “Priscilla will arrive at the Festival on Thursday July 24th and will attend a number of events during the 20th anniversary celebrations” announced O’Brien.

Priscilla Presley was with Elvis for over ten years and married to him from 1967 to 1973.  An actress, producer, author and businesswoman, Priscilla was instrumental in turning Graceland into a world-renowned attraction and Elvis Presley Enterprises into a highly successful entertainment, licensing and merchandising organization.  As an actress, Priscilla Presley is known for her memorable roles in Dallas and The Naked Gun movies, as well as her acclaimed London stage performance in the pantomime production of Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs.

Ameruoso is an acclaimed photographer well known for his work photographing stars and their pets.

“As Mayor, and on behalf of Council, I am thrilled to be able to welcome Priscilla Presley and Christopher Ameruoso to our community for the 20th anniversary of the Collingwood Elvis Festival,” said Collingwood Mayor Sandra Cooper. “The Festival Board is hard at work planning some great events for Priscilla and Christopher to meet the many fans of Elvis, who will attend the Festival this July.”

Priscilla and Ameruoso will appear at several events during their time in Collingwood. Additional details on these events will follow as the Festival approaches.

- Ticketed gala dinner (Thursday, July 24)
- Opening ceremonies (Friday, July 25)
- Ticketed Mayor’s cocktail reception (Friday, July 25
- Two book signings and autograph sessions (Saturday, July 26) 


“It is truly a special honour for our Town and the Collingwood Elvis Festival to welcome Ms. Presley.  Our fans will be treated to a very unique opportunity as we celebrate this milestone anniversary of 20 years.  This will be a memorable and historical event in our Festival’s history,” said O’Brien.

“I look forward to introducing Priscilla and Christopher to Collingwood, and to all the festival attendees, at the opening ceremonies on Friday,” said Mayor Cooper. “We are so pleased that they have chosen to join us for this significant anniversary to promote their new book, Shades of Elvis.”

“All of us at Elvis Presley’s Graceland are proud of the continued success of the Collingwood Elvis Festival which truly celebrates the life and legacy of Elvis Presley, much like Elvis Week here in Memphis. The success and longevity of this festival are tied to the tremendous star power of Elvis Presley and we feel certain that there are another 20 successful years and more ahead for this amazing festival,” stated Jack Soden, CEO of Elvis Presley Enterprises, Inc.   

The Collingwood Elvis Festival is presented in partnership with the Town of Collingwood, Collingwood Downtown, Collingwood Chamber of Commerce, Blue Mountain Resort, OLG and the Government of Ontario.


source: http://www.graceland.com

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    Priscilla Beaulieu Presley, was born May 24, 1945. Priscilla met Elvis on September 13, 1959 while her Army Father was stationed in Germany and 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.

    After Elvis, Priscilla opened a Boutique, Bis & Beau with friend, Olivia Bis. In 1985 Priscilla released her book "Elvis & Me" and a movie was later made from Priscilla's book in the year 1987. On March 1, 1987 she had a son, Navarone with screenwriter, Marco Garibaldi.

    Priscilla has been an Actress and is known for her roles in: Melrose Place, Love is Forever, Dallas, The Naked Gun, and Spin City. Priscilla was a Contestant on the ABC TV show "Dancing With The Stars" in 2008. Priscilla was sadly eliminated from "Dancing With The Stars" at week five. Priscilla's most recent acting work was in the 2012 London Play "Snow White" where she played The Wicked Queen. Priscilla will be back to play The Wicked Queen in December 2014. 

    Priscilla's latest ventures included a 1991-2000  line of seven women's fragrances, a 2006 Bedroom linen Collection, and a 2011-2013  jewelry line which has been sold through QVC and at Graceland. Most recently in 2012 she worked with The H-Studio in LA to design a line of Modern Gothic type furniture and home decor accessories. In 2013 Priscilla and photographer, 
    Christopher Ameruoso, published a book: 'Shades of Elvis' which features over 75 celebrities posing with a pair of Elvis Presley's famous sunglasses.

    Today Priscilla enjoys being a Grandmother to twin Granddaughters, Harper and Finley which were born to Lisa and husband Michael Lockwood October 7, 2008. Priscilla also enjoys being involved with charity work and currently is an ambassador with The Dream Foundation.

    Connect with Priscilla at:
    http://www.priscillapresley.com


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    Elvis Presley Fans of Nashville, President Caroline Pratt and Priscilla Presley.

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