Riley Keough, Elvis Presley’s granddaughter, took Oprah Winfrey on a deeply personal tour of Graceland in a special television event. The tour, which coincides with the release of Lisa Marie Presley’s posthumous memoir, offers viewers unprecedented access to the legendary Memphis estate and reveals touching details about the Presley family’s life and legacy.
Riley Keough, Elvis Presley’s granddaughter, has expressed her commitment to preserving Graceland, the iconic estate her grandfather cherished. Following the passing of her mother, Lisa Marie Presley, and subsequent legal battles, Riley has become the sole trustee of her mother’s estate, including Graceland. She aims to uphold the legacy of both her mother and grandmother, Priscilla Presley, by ensuring the family home remains a cherished landmark.
Singer-songwriter Don McLean has criticized Prince Harry for his comments about Elvis Presley’s home, Graceland, in his memoir, ‘Spare.’ McLean, known for hits like ‘American Pie,’ accused Harry of not understanding Elvis’s status as the ‘poor man’s monarch’ and reminded him of his guest status in America.
In 1974, Elvis Presley was approached to star alongside Barbra Streisand in the remake of ‘A Star Is Born.’ However, Elvis’s manager, Colonel Tom Parker, demanded excessive terms, including a $1000 weekly expense account, first position credit, and a $1 million salary for Elvis. Negotiations fell through, and the role went to Kris Kristofferson instead. Despite his initial interest, Elvis never got to star in ‘A Star Is Born’ or make another film, as he passed away in 1977 at the age of 42.
