In 2023, we delve into the captivating love story of Elvis and Priscilla Presley, a tale filled with passion and tumultuous twists. The plot unfolds the unlikely connection between Priscilla and the global superstar Elvis, which began when she was just a shy teenager of 14, while he was a 24-year-old sensation. Priscilla evolved into a woman envied by all and embraced a life of luxury. However, as time went on, the idyllic romance began to lose its luster, and the flaws in Elvis became more evident. Priscilla’s memoir, “Elvis & Me,” sheds light on the tumultuous journey, explaining how Elvis transformed into her father, husband, and even an almost god-like figure in her eyes. Academy Award-winning writer-director Sofia Coppola brings this complex relationship to the screen, delving into the darker aspects of Elvis’s temper and infidelity.
Here are some significant events in their rollercoaster relationship:
- A teenager, Priscilla relocated to Graceland. In 1959, Priscilla Beaulieu moved to Graceland when Elvis was stationed nearby while serving in the U.S. Army. A chaste romance blossomed, with Priscilla feeling that Elvis gave her everything he had.
- She turned into his “doll.” Elvis transformed Priscilla into his living doll, instructing her in dressing, walking, makeup application, hairstyle, and behavior. He was particular about her attire, preferring solid colors and forbidding her from cutting her hair.
- His anger was so fierce that it created scary moments. Elvis, medicated by Quaaludes and Dexedrine, had a violent outburst during a playful pillow fight. Priscilla suffered a black eye and a bruised arm, raising concerns about Elvis’s drug use.
- Elvis requested a divorce while she was expecting. Elvis’s decision to seek a separation during Priscilla’s pregnancy was deeply unsettling for her.
- Both Elvis Presley and Priscilla cheated. Priscilla discovered Elvis’s close relationship with actress Anita Wood. Elvis’s affairs with co-stars like Ann-Margret were widely covered in the media. Priscilla also had extramarital affairs with her karate instructor, Mike Stone, and a dance teacher.
Despite the challenges, Priscilla never stopped loving Elvis, even after their separation in 1972, five years before his passing at the age of 42. She remains a successful businesswoman and philanthropist, still alive and residing in Los Angeles, California.
Priscilla Presley’s estimated net worth stands at $50 million, and she is currently 78 years old.
This remarkable story of love and turmoil is now playing in theaters. #LoveStory2023
