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Elvis Presley Biography, Age, Death, Wife, Children, Family, Wiki & More

Updated On : September 15, 2020

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Short Biography

Elvis Presley was born on 08-01-1935 in Tupelo in the state of Mississippi, United States. He was an American Singer, Musician, Film Actor,  Television Actor & Recording Artist. He is better known as king of Hip-Hop.

Other Name: Elvis Aaron Presley, Elvis, Presley
Other Professions: Musician Film Actor Television Actor Recording Artist
Appearance: Hollywood

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Presley completed his study from East Tupelo Consolidated where he was considered as "average". He was encouraged to take part in music competitions by his music teacher who was impressed with his rendition of Red Foley's country song "Old Shep" during morning prayers.

 

In 1954, he started his musical career with producer Sam Phillips and recorded at Sun Records. He was accompanied by lead guitarist Scotty Moore along with the bassist Bill Black. His first RCA single which was "Heartbreak Hotel" got released in the first month of 1956. The song was numbered top hit in America. With his continuous success, he became the leading personality of soundtrack Rock N Roll.

 

In 1956, he made his debut as an actor with the film ‘Love Me Tender’. This film was based on western music. After it, he never looked back and worked in dozens of films. Almost every film of him hit the billboard.

 

Some popular films of his career are Jailhouse Rock, Blue Hawaii, G. I. Blues, Follow that dream, Change of habit, Viva Las Vegas, Roustabout, Fun in Acapulco, Charro, Girl Happy, Harum Scarum, Loving U, Tickle Me, and many more.

 

In march 1958 he joined the U.S. Army as a soldier of lowest army rank. As he stepped at the fort the crowd of civilians and photographers gathered there. Presley requested to treat him like other soldiers of the army. In October, he joined the 3rd Armored Division in Friedberg, Germany.

 

In 1960, he was discharged from the army with the rank of a sergeant. After returning, he released his new single track Stuck On You which hit to no. 1. After it, he gave back to back hits like "It's Now or Never", "Are You Lonesome Tonight?", Something for Everybody. 

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Health Issues, Illness and Death Info

Elvis Presley died on 16-08-1977 in Memphis in the state of Tennessee, United States. He died due to a heart attack when he was of 42.

DEATHDAY 16 August,1977 (Tuesday)
DEATH PLACE Memphis, Tennessee
DEATH COUNTRY United States

Elvis Presley Family, Relatives and Other Relations

Presley was born to Vernon Elvis and Gladys Love in 1935. He was married to Priscilla Beaulieu. He had a daughter named Lisa Marie Presley. An American actress Riley Keough is his grand-daughter.

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Body Measurements

Chest Size 40
Biceps Size 12
Waist Size 36
Skin Colour Fair
Eye Colour Brown
Hair Colour Brown

Personal Info

Home Town Tupelo, Mississippi
Nationality American
Religion Christian
Address Tupelo, Mississippi
School East Tupelo Consolidated, L. C. Humes High School,Mississippi
College N/A
Qualification Graduate
Hobbies Singing and Acting
Marital Status Married
Debut Rock 'N' Roll
Best Movies King Creole, Viva Las Vegas
Salary N/A
Net Worth N/A
Official Website N/A

Favourites

Favorite Color Black
Favorite Brand Nike
Favorite Player Marquise Goodwin
Favorite Sport Soccer
Favorite Actress Julia Roberts
Favorite Actor Harrison Ford
Favorite Film Director Martin Scorsese
Favorite Movie Science Fiction Movies
Favorite Singer Bob Dylan
Favorite Song Rock Music
Favorite Place Switzerland
Favorite Dress Jackets with Pants
Favorite Food American food
Favorite Accessories Goggles, belts

Shocking / Interesting Facts & Secrets About Elvis Presley

  • Elvis was one of the most significant cultural icons of the 20th century.
  • He is referred to as the king of Rock and Roll.
  • He was a famous and highly selling music artist all the time.
  • In 2018, Presley was honored with the Presidential Medal of Freedom posthumously by President Donald Trump.

Elvis Presley Age, Birthday Facts and Birthday Countdown

Elvis Presley was 42 years 7 months & 8 days old age.