A Heartfelt Celebration of Elvis Presley's 85th Birthday
It was a truly special occasion as fans and friends gathered to honor what would have been Elvis Presley's 85th birthday. Among those in attendance was Priscilla Presley, who shared some touching memories of her late husband. Speaking on the front lawn of Graceland, the 74-year-old reflected on the joyous atmosphere surrounding the celebration. "Every year, I'm amazed by the incredible number of people and friends who come together to share this moment," Priscilla said, according to Daily Memphian. "It's all about creating great memories. We celebrated Elvis' birthday when he was with us, and this is our way of keeping that tradition alive."
Despite his larger-than-life persona on stage, Elvis had a quieter side when it came to celebrating his own special day. "Elvis was actually a bit shy on his birthday," Priscilla revealed. "He absolutely loved giving gifts, but receiving them made him uncomfortable. However, one thing he couldn't resist was indulging in some birthday cake—preferably chocolate or vanilla with ice cream."
Elvis and Priscilla's Love Story
Elvis and Priscilla's love story began in 1967 when they tied the knot, and while their marriage ended in 1973, they shared an unforgettable chapter together. The couple welcomed their only child, Lisa Marie Presley, during their time together. Unfortunately, Lisa Marie's twin daughters, Harper and Finley, couldn't attend the celebration this year due to their father Michael Lockwood's decision. "She's really upset that Michael decided not to let the girls travel to Memphis for Elvis's birthday celebration," a source exclusively told Closer.
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Elvis' Enduring Influence
Priscilla has always been open about her enduring love for Elvis, especially during the holiday season. "Priscilla has so many cherished memories of Elvis around the holidays. He adored Christmas and went all out with elaborate decorations and extravagant gifts," an insider exclusively told Closer Weekly. "To this day, she still listens to Elvis' Christmas songs—it never gets old for her. She recently traveled to London to see the Royal Philharmonic Orchestra perform his Christmas songs. Priscilla was in heaven; she truly loves the holidays."
