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Priscilla Presley Celebrates Elvis' 80th Birthday
Priscilla Presley celebrated what would have been Elvis' 80th birthday with an eight-tier cake.The 69-year-old actress - who was married to the 'Jailhouse Rock' hitmaker for six years until their divorce in 1973 - held...
By Bang Showbiz in Lifestyle / Showbiz on 09 January 2015
Priscilla Presley Leads Tributes To Elvis' Late Bandleader
Elvis Presley's widow Priscilla Presley has led tributes to the rock icon's late bandleader Joe Guercio, who died on Sunday (04Jan15) aged 87.Guercio was The King of Rock 'n' Roll's musical director and conductor from...
By WENN in Music / Festivals on 06 January 2015
Fabled Nashville Studio Saved From Demolition
The Nashville, Tennessee recording studio where Elvis Presley, Dolly Parton and Keith Urban recorded hit albums has been saved thanks to a star-studded campaign.Sir Paul MCCartney and Dave Grohl were among the famous names that...
By WENN in Music / Festivals on 23 December 2014
Elvis Presley Possessions Leave Graceland For First Time For London Exhibit
A number of Elvis Presley's prized possessions have left his former home and tourist attraction Graceland for the first time since his death to be shown in a nine-month exhibition in London.More than 300 items...
By WENN in Music / Festivals on 12 December 2014
Elvis' First Record Among 'Holy Grail' Of Birthday Memorabilia Auction
The first record Elvis Presley recorded is expected to fetch a fortune at auction in January (15).Presley was a teen wannabe when he paid just $4 (£2.60) to record two tracks, My Happiness and That's...
By WENN in Music / Festivals on 13 November 2014
Andy Warhol's Elvis Presley Portrait Fetches $81.9 Million
Andy Warhol's portrait of Elvis Presley sold for $81.9 million (£51.2 million) at an art auction on Wednesday (12Nov14) night.The Triple Elvis (Ferus Type), created with ink and silver paint in 1963, portrays the rock...
By WENN in Movies / TV / Theatre on 13 November 2014
O2 Arena To Host Elvis Presley Exhibition
London's O2 Arena is set to host a new exhibition of music legend Elvis Presley.Organisers of the show have confirmed the show will last for nine months and will feature a huge range of memorabilia,...
By Clive King in Music / Festivals on 05 November 2014
Famed Elvis Presley Photographer Alfred Wertheimer Dies, But Lives On In His Snapshots [Pictures]
Legendary Elvis Presley photographer Alfred Wertheimer, whose highly-publicised snaps of the star on his rise to fame, passed away on Sunday (October 19th 2014) aged 85.Alfred Wertheimer with his work at the European Elvis Presley...
By Holly Williams in Lifestyle / Showbiz on 22 October 2014
Elvis Photographer Alfred Wertheimer Dies
Famed Elvis Presley photographer Alfred Wertheimer has died at the age of 84.The snapper passed away from natural causes at his New York apartment on Sunday (19Oct14). Wertheimer was just 26 when he was...
By World Entertainment News Network in Music / Festivals on 21 October 2014
Elvis Presley's Palm Springs Home Up For Auction
Elvis Presley's former home in Palm Springs, California is up for auction.The Hound Dog hitmaker's desert hideaway is on the market for $2.3 million (£1.6 million) and goes under the hammer on 25 October (14)....
By WENN in Music / Festivals on 16 October 2014
Barbra Streisand Makes Chart History With New Album
It's not easy to be a pioneer in music nowadays, but Barbra Streisand seems to have managed it with the release of her thirty-sixth album 'Partners'. The record has debuted at the top spot on...
By Hannah Woodhead in Music / Festivals on 28 September 2014
Barbra Streisand: 'Elvis Duet Is Special Moment'
Veteran singer Barbra Streisand was overjoyed to perform a 'duet' with Elvis Presley from beyond the grave, hailing the moment as "special".The Way We Were hitmaker sings along with The King on his hit ballad...
By WENN in Music / Festivals on 16 September 2014
Miley Cyrus: 'Elvis Presley Twerked'
Pop star Miley Cyrus is adamant music icon Elvis Presley danced in a sexy way but was not blasted for it because he is male.The Wrecking Ball hitmaker regularly comes under fire for her provocative...
By WENN in Music / Festivals on 30 August 2014
Elvis Presley's Granddaughter Is Engaged
Elvis Presley's granddaughter has got engaged. Riley Keough, 25, is set to tie the knot with her boyfriend Ben Smith-Peterson after he popped the question yesterday morning (13.08.14). Taking to his Facebook page, he posted...
By Bang Showbiz in Lifestyle / Showbiz on 14 August 2014
Walking In Memphis! Check Out The History Of This Tennessee City From Budweiser Made In America
Budweiser Made in America is getting closer all the time as we explore the nation's most musically cultured cities. Now we hit Memphis, whose famous faces include everyone from Elvis Presley to Justin Timberlake.Memphis, Tennessee...
By Holly Williams in Music / Festivals on 12 August 2014
Barbra Streisand And Barry Manilow Record With Late Stars For Duets Albums
Veteran entertainers Barbra Streisand and Barry Manilow are bringing the likes of Elvis Presley and Whitney Houston back from the dead to feature on their respective duets albums.The Funny Girl icon has been working on...
By World Entertainment News Network in Music / Festivals on 12 August 2014
Elvis' Granddaughter Raising Funds For School In Nepal
Elvis Presley's actress granddaughter Riley Keough has appealed to fans to donate to her fundraising campaign to help her build a school in poverty-stricken Nepal.The Magic Mike star has teamed up with officials at youth...
By World Entertainment News Network in Music / Festivals on 31 July 2014
Elvis Presley's Last Cadillac Up For Sale At Graceland's Annual Elvis Week
Elvis Presley's last Cadillac car and a 1975 guitar are among the items going under the hammer at Graceland during the estate's annual Elvis Week.Every year, the rock and roll icon's legacy is celebrated at...
By WENN in Music / Festivals on 24 July 2014
Items From Elvis Presley's Funeral Up For Sale
Items used during Elvis Presley's funeral are going under the hammer.The Hound Dog hitmaker passed away in 1977, and he was laid to rest at his sprawling Graceland compound in Memphis, Tennessee. Presley's father...
By WENN in Music / Festivals on 14 July 2014
Priscilla Presley Calls For Calm Over Graceland Jet Removal Reports
Elvis Presley's ex-wife Priscilla has pleaded with the superstar's fans to "please calm down" after reports suggested two jets previously owned by the King were set to be removed from the grounds of his Graceland...
By WENN in Music / Festivals on 08 July 2014
Brandon Flowers: Morrissey Is Like Elvis
Brandon Flowers thinks Morrissey is like a modern-day Elvis Presley.The Killers frontman has been a fan of The Smiths for many years and admires their ''humour'' as well as musicianship.He said: ''The Smiths had the...
By Bang Showbiz in Music / Festivals on 17 May 2014
Elvis Presley's Estate Sues Over Gun Adverts
Executors for Elvis Presley's estate have launched legal action against Beretta firearms manufacturers over the unauthorised use of his image.The rock legend was well-known for his love of guns, and bosses at Beretta appear to...
By WENN in Music / Festivals on 13 April 2014
Elvis' Dental Mould Used To Promote Mouth Cancer Awareness
Elvis Presley will be honoured by dentists in the U.K. in May (14) with "Elvis Day", when a model of his teeth and dental crown will be displayed to promote mouth cancer awareness.A dozen dentists...
By WENN in Music / Festivals on 11 April 2014
Britney Spears To Wed At Graceland?
Britney Spears is reportedly planning to get married at the late Elvis Presley's former home in Tennessee. The 32-year-old singer, who has been married twice before, is keen to tie the knot with David Lucado,...
By Bang Showbiz in Lifestyle / Showbiz on 11 March 2014
Ashley Greene To Play Priscilla Presley In New Film
Actress Ashley Greene is set to portray Elvis Presley's wife Priscilla on the big screen in a new drama about a plot to kill the King of Rock and Roll.The Twilight star has been cast...
By WENN in Movies / TV / Theatre on 27 February 2014
Pharrell's Big Grammys Hat On Ebay: Other Celeb Memorabilia Auctioned Off
Pharrell Williams is auctioning off the headline-grabbing Vivienne Westwood buffalo hat that he wore to the recent Grammy awards. As soon as the singer stepped out on to the red carpet wearing the oversized, brown,...
By Lauren James in Lifestyle / Showbiz on 21 February 2014
'Scary' Parent Lisa Marie Presley
Lisa Marie Presley is a ''scary'' mother.The 46-year-old singer is very protective of her kids, Riley, 24, and 21-year-old Benjamin - who she had with first husband Danny Keough - and five-year-old twins Harper and...
By Bang Showbiz in Lifestyle / Showbiz on 17 February 2014
Katy Perry Isn't The Only Celebrity Who Believes In Aliens: 5 More Ufo-obsessed Celebs
Katy Perry appeared as the cover girl for the February issue of GQ magazine, where amongst other things, she revealed that she genuinely believes in extraterrestrial beings and that we are not alone. She also...
By Joe Wilde in Lifestyle / Showbiz on 22 January 2014
Tom Jones: My Advice From Elvis
Tom Jones was given conflicting advice from Elvis Presley and Frank Sinatra.'The Voice' coach, who will appear on the show again this month, is known for talking about his friendships with the late singers and...
By Bang Showbiz in Music / Festivals on 09 January 2014
David Bowie Does His Best Elvis Presley Impression For Christmas Message To Fans
British rock icon David Bowie showed off his best Elvis Presley impersonation to deliver a special Christmas message to fans over the festive holiday.The reclusive star recorded a quirky 41-second clip for a BBC Radio...
By WENN in Music / Festivals on 27 December 2013
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