Priscilla Presley continues to hold dear the memories of her late ex-husband, Elvis Presley, even decades after his untimely passing. Despite their split in 1973, Priscilla has been at the forefront of preserving the King of Rock ‘n’ Roll’s legacy. Recently, on the 47th anniversary of Elvis’ death, Priscilla took to Instagram to share a heartfelt tribute to the iconic singer. She posted a black-and-white close-up photo of Elvis, along with a touching message expressing that not a day goes by without her thinking of him.
Fans of Elvis were quick to show their love and admiration for the legend in the comments section of Priscilla’s post. One fan wrote, “Once you love Elvis it’s forever. Thank you Priscilla for keeping Elvis alive.” Others echoed similar sentiments, with messages like, “Gone but NEVER forgotten. May he rest in eternal peace,” and “Thinking of you and your family today, Priscilla. Always hold the precious memories close to your heart and remember the beautiful times you had together! I’m sending you all my love.”
Just two days prior to her tribute to Elvis, Priscilla also honored Elvis’ mother, Gladys Presley, on the 66th anniversary of her passing. Gladys passed away at the age of 46 from a heart attack, leaving a profound impact on Elvis. Priscilla shared stories about Elvis’ close relationship with his mother, describing how she would walk him to school out of fear that he would be bullied by other children.
Despite never having met Gladys in person, Priscilla felt a deep connection to her through Elvis’ stories. The bond between Elvis and his mother remained strong throughout his life, and Priscilla made sure to honor Gladys’ memory alongside Elvis.
Priscilla and Elvis first met in 1959 in Germany when he was serving in the U.S. Army. At the time, Elvis was 24, and Priscilla was only 14 and living with her mother and stepfather, who was in the U.S. Air Force. Their relationship blossomed over the years, and Priscilla moved into Graceland when she turned 18.
The couple’s love story has been immortalized in popular culture, including Sofia Coppola’s biopic, which portrays Priscilla finishing her senior year of high school while living at Graceland. After Elvis’ passing in 1977, Priscilla took a pivotal step in preserving his legacy by opening Graceland to the public in 1982. This decision not only helped keep Elvis’ memory alive but also saved the Presley family from financial difficulties.
Priscilla’s unwavering dedication to honoring Elvis’ legacy showcases the depth of her love and respect for the King of Rock ‘n’ Roll. Decades after his passing, she continues to hold onto the memories of their time together and ensure that his music and spirit live on for future generations to cherish.
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