Wow, those genes are strong! Elvis Presley's granddaughter, Finley Lockwood, 16, is growing up to look just like the late rock 'n' roll legend. The resemblance is striking, especially if you've seen them out and about recently. Let me tell you, it's like looking at a younger version of Elvis himself.
Caught on Camera: Finley and Dad Out and About
Finley and her dad, Michael Lockwood, were spotted running errands at Erewhon Market in Calabasas, California, on Thursday, March 20. The Daily Mail captured the moment, giving fans a glimpse into their day-to-day life. As they strolled through the aisles, Finley's appearance caught the attention of many. Her long blonde hair, flowing straight, paired with a cozy white sweater and relaxed jeans, highlighted her classic good looks. But it's her face that truly mirrors both her late mother, Lisa Marie Presley, and her legendary grandfather, Elvis Presley.
Family Resemblance: Eyes, Nose, and Mouth
Finley's features are unmistakable. She shares the same distinct eyes, nose, and mouth as her late mother and grandfather. It's like looking at a family portrait that spans generations. Lisa Marie Presley, who tragically passed away at the age of 54 on January 12, 2023, after suffering a cardiac arrest due to complications from a weight loss surgery, would surely be proud of how beautifully her daughter has grown.
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Finley and her twin sister, Harper, were born to Lisa Marie and Michael Lockwood. Their parents’ marriage lasted a decade before ending in 2016, following a contentious custody battle. The twins were with their father, Michael, when Lisa Marie was rushed to the hospital, where she later passed away.
Grieving Together: Michael's Words on Loss
Michael, speaking to Entertainment Tonight on January 13, 2023, expressed his hopes for Lisa Marie's recovery, saying, "Michael had been hoping for a speedy and complete recovery because her children needed her." He added, "It is very sad it didn’t turn out that way. Michael’s world has been turned on its ear. He is with both of his daughters now." In a statement to People on January 19, 2023, Michael shared, "We are all reeling from the sudden passing of Lisa Marie Presley, the mother of my two beautiful twin daughters Harper and Finley. Nothing prepares us for such an unexpected tragedy. It is incomprehensible." His focus now is on ensuring his daughters feel safe and loved.
Following Lisa Marie’s death, Michael was granted full custody of Finley and Harper. The girls now live a quieter life away from the public eye, enjoying time away from the spotlight.
Family Traditions: Three Generations of Presleys
Before Lisa Marie's passing, the twins were often seen alongside their mother and grandmother, Priscilla Presley, at family events. One of their last major public appearances was at the Three Generations of Presleys handprint ceremony at Hollywood’s TCL Chinese Theatre on June 21, 2022. This event celebrated the promotional activities for Baz Luhrmann’s Elvis movie, which premiered on June 24, 2022.
Priscilla, 79, joined Lisa Marie and her eldest child, Riley Keough, 35, for the ceremony. The five of them placed their handprints in cement, honoring the legacy of Elvis. It was a touching moment that brought the family together, celebrating the life and impact of the King of Rock 'n' Roll.
Loss and Legacy: Lisa Marie's Journey Through Grief
Lisa Marie faced immense personal loss when her only son, Benjamin Keough, took his own life on July 12, 2020, at the age of 27. In an August 2022 essay for People, Lisa Marie wrote candidly about her grief and how she navigated the unimaginable loss of her son.
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She poignantly stated, "Nothing, absolutely NOTHING takes away the pain, but finding support can sometimes help you feel a little bit less alone." She went on to say, "The unrelenting reality is that you are FORCED into this horrendous ‘club,’ if you will, that you never wanted to be in or a part of, and you are FORCED to then, for lack of a better term, have to go and find your new people now.”
Her determination to keep going was fueled by her daughters. Lisa Marie wrote, "I keep going for my girls. I keep going because my son made it very clear in his final moments that taking care of his little sisters and looking out for them were on the forefront of his concerns and his mind. He absolutely adored them and they him.”
She added, "My and my three daughters’ lives as we knew it were completely detonated and destroyed by his death. We live in this every. Single. Day.”
If you or someone you know is in emotional distress or considering suicide, call the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline at 1-800-273-TALK (8255).
