Who Is Elvis Presley? Achievements, Religion, Marriage And Death

Who Is Elvis Presley?

Elvis Presley was a popular American singer and actor in the 20th century.

Biography

Elvis Presley was born in Tupelo, Mississippi on January 8, 1935. He was an American singer and actor known as the “King of Rock and Roll”. He began his music career at the early age of 13 years in 1954. Presley died on August 16, 1977, at the age of 42.

What Caused The Death Of Elvis Presley?

Presley is said to have died of heart disease. Sources say Memphis medical examiner called Jerry Francisco declared that the immediate cause of his death was cardiac arrest.

Other sources revealed that Presley’s death came as a result of drug abuse and unhealthy eating habits. This contributed to his death in 1977 at his Graceland estate.

Did Presley Get Married?

Presley got married to Priscilla Beaulieu in 1967 and divorced in 1973. The couple had one child (daughter) called Lisa Marie Presley.

After divorcing his wife, Presley had a couple of failed relationships such as with Linda Thompson, a songwriter and one-time Memphis beauty queen. The relationship ended in November 1976. Presley then dated a new girlfriend called Ginger Alden.

What Are The Achievements Of Presley?

Elvis Presley made a great achievement in the music industry —hence becoming one of the significant icons of the 20th century. He is still celebrated annually for making a great impact in the music industry. He has regularly been rated as one of the top richest dead celebrities in the world.

Presley sold over 500 million records worldwide. He became the best-selling solo music artist of all time according to Guinness World Records.

He also won three Grammy Awards together with other notable awards.

What Was Elvis Presley’s Religion?

Presley was born and raised in the Christian religion by his parents. He was very close to them and worshipped at the Assembly of God church. That is where he found the inspiration to pursue his musical career.

He used to go to Mississippi, spend some time there and stand prayerfully inside the East Tupelo First Assembly of God. Through this, he fell in love with God and his desire and interest in guitar intensified.

Presley grew strong faith in God as a Christian. He later released a gospel album “He Touched Me”.

He demonstrated his faith as a Christian through his personal life and professional career. Presley used to wear a cross and a Star of David —often sang spiritual songs, prayed and meditated as well.

He has also granted several interviews concerning his faith in Jesus Christ. Elvis Presley went through different baptisms (Pentecostal and Latter-day Saints) when he changed his denomination. However, he remained focused and hungry for God and His will for him as a singer.

“I believe in the Bible. I believe that all good things come from God. I don’t believe I’d sing the way I do if God hadn’t wanted me to.” —Elvis Presley

Presley’s legacy still lives on just like Michael Jackson.