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Priscilla Presley Reflects on 57 Years of Beautiful Memories with Elvis
May 1st marked what would have been the 57th wedding anniversary of Priscilla and Elvis Presley — a bittersweet milestone that stirred deep emotions and warm memories for the Presley family and fans alike. Though their marriage ended decades ago, the bond they once shared continues to leave an indelible mark on pop culture history and in the hearts of millions.
The love story began in 1959 in Germany, when Elvis was 24 and Priscilla just 14. Years later, she moved into Graceland at 18, and by May 1, 1967, the two were married in an intimate ceremony at the Aladdin Hotel in Las Vegas. Priscilla, then 21, stunned in a voluminous black hairstyle and dramatic eyeliner, while Elvis wore a sharp black tuxedo — a moment immortalized in the iconic black-and-white photograph Priscilla shared this year on Instagram.
“May 1st, 1967 — our very special day in a lifetime of beautiful memories,” she captioned the post, alongside a red rose emoji. Fans responded with overwhelming love, admiring the couple’s timeless elegance and honoring the love they once shared.
Though they divorced in 1973, Priscilla remained a devoted guardian of Elvis’s legacy. Her decision to open Graceland to the public in 1982 not only saved the estate from financial decline but transformed it into a globally revered landmark. Today, it’s worth over $500 million and draws millions of fans annually.
Priscilla’s tribute was more than nostalgia — it was a celebration of a love that, while complicated, was deeply genuine. Her continued dedication ensures Elvis’s memory and their shared moments, including their daughter Lisa Marie’s legacy, live on for generations.