Lisa Marie Presley: The Life and Legacy of Elvis’ Only Daughter

Lisa Marie Presley was an American singer and songwriter who was the only child of the legendary rock ‘n’ roll icon Elvis Presley and actress Priscilla Presley. She inherited her father’s estate at the age of 25 and released three albums in her musical career. She was also known for her four high-profile marriages, including to pop star Michael Jackson and actor Nicolas Cage. She died in 2023 at the age of 54 from complications of a prior weight-loss surgery. Here are some facts about Lisa Marie Presley’s life and legacy.

Field	Information
Full Name	Lisa Marie Presley
Profession	Singer and songwriter
Birthday	February 1, 1968
Birth Place	Memphis, Tennessee, U.S.
Birth Sign	Aquarius
Height	5 ft 3 in (160 cm)
Weight	Not known
Age	54 (at the time of death)
Family Members	Elvis Presley (father), Priscilla Presley (mother), Riley Keough (daughter), Benjamin Keough (son), Finley Lockwood (daughter), Harper Lockwood (daughter), Navarone Garibaldi (half-brother)
Net Worth	$200 million (estimated in 2020)
Nationality	American
Movies	The Wild Angels (1969), Elvis by the Presleys (2005), Storm & Grace: An Intimate Portrait of Lisa Marie Presley (2012)

Where was Lisa Marie Presley born?

Lisa Marie Presley was born on February 1, 1968, in Memphis, Tennessee, U.S. She was the only child of singer and actor Elvis Presley and actress Priscilla Presley. She was born at Baptist Memorial Hospital-Memphis, nine months to the day after her parents’ wedding.

How was Lisa Marie Presley’s early life?

Lisa Marie Presley’s early life was marked by both privilege and tragedy. She grew up living in her father’s Graceland estate until the age of four, when her parents separated. She then moved with her mother to Los Angeles, but frequently stayed with her father at Graceland in Memphis.

She enjoyed a close bond with her father, who adored and spoiled her with jewels and fur coats. He also introduced her to music and encouraged her to sing and play the piano. She often performed for him, standing on a coffee table and imitating his moves. She also attended some of his concerts and traveled with him on his private jet.

However, her life was shattered when her father died of a heart attack in August 1977, when she was nine years old. She inherited his estate along with her grandfather and great-grandmother, who both died within three years. She became Elvis’ sole heir on her 25th birthday in 1993, when she inherited an estimated $100 million. She later sold 85 percent of her father’s estate in 2004

After her father’s death, she struggled with grief, loneliness, and drug abuse. She also had to deal with the media attention and public scrutiny that came with being the daughter of a legend. She rebelled against her mother and dropped out of high school in eleventh grade. She listened to rock music and experimented with different styles and identities.

Where did Lisa Marie Presley receive her education?

Lisa Marie Presley received her education at various schools in Los Angeles and Memphis. She attended the Westside Apple School, which was affiliated with Scientology, a contemporary religious sect that her mother had joined. She also went to the exclusive Westlake School for Girls, where she befriended other celebrity children. However, she did not enjoy school and felt out of place among her peers. She abused drugs as a high school student and dropped out of school when she was a junior.

What is distinctive feature of Lisa Marie Presley?

Lisa Marie Presley had a distinctive feature that set her apart from other singers and celebrities: her voice. Her voice had a gutsy, blues-edged tone that reflected her honesty, emotion, and attitude. She also had a distinctive flair for writing songs that expressed her personal experiences, opinions, and struggles. Her voice and songs were influenced by various genres, such as soft rock, alternative, folk, pop/rock, and contemporary Americana.

Many critics and fans also noted that she had a distinctive resemblance to her father, especially in her eyes and facial expressions. She inherited his charisma, charm, and sense of humor as well. However, she also had her own personality and style that made her unique and original. She was not afraid to speak her mind, challenge conventions, or experiment with different looks and sounds.

How did Lisa Marie Presley begin her career?

Lisa Marie Presley began her career in 1997 as a collaborator with other musicians. She made a video of “Don’t Cry Daddy” as a posthumous duet with her father using his original vocal track from 1969. The video was shown on a giant screen at a tribute concert for Elvis at the Pyramid Arena in Memphis on the 20th anniversary of his death. The video received positive feedback from the audience and the media.

She then signed a deal with Capitol Records in 1998 and started working on her debut album with producer Glen Ballard. The album took five years to complete due to various delays and difficulties. She faced pressure from the record label to make commercial hits and from the public to live up to her father’s legacy. She also faced personal challenges such as divorce, remarriage, and motherhood during this period.

She finally released her debut album To Whom It May Concern in April 2003. The album debuted at No. 5 on the Billboard 200 chart and was certified gold by the Recording Industry Association of America (RIAA). The album received mostly positive reviews from critics who praised her voice, songwriting, and authenticity. The album also spawned three singles: “Lights Out”, “Sinking In”, and “Nobody Noticed It”.

She followed up with her second album Now What in April 2005. The album peaked at No. 9 on the Billboard 200 chart and was also certified gold by the RIAA. The album featured collaborations with Pink, Linda Perry, and Pat Benatar. The album also included a cover of Don Henley’s “Dirty Laundry” and a hidden track of Elvis’ “In the Ghetto” as a duet with her father. The album received mixed reviews from critics who praised her voice and attitude but criticized her song choices and production. The album also produced two singles: “Dirty Laundry” and “Idiot”

She took a seven-year hiatus from music before releasing her third and final album Storm & Grace in May 2012. The album was produced by T Bone Burnett and featured a more stripped-down, rootsy, and acoustic sound. The album received positive reviews from critics who called it her best and most mature work. The album also generated two singles: “You Ain’t Seen Nothing Yet” and “I Love You Because”¹

She also collaborated with other artists throughout her career, such as Michael Jackson, Bon Jovi, Chris Isaak, Richard Marx, and Michael Bublé. She also performed live at various venues and events, such as the Grand Ole Opry, the CMA Music Festival, the VH1 Divas Live, and the Nobel Peace Prize Concert. She also appeared on several television shows and documentaries, such as Oprah, American Idol, The Tonight Show, Elvis by the Presleys, and Storm & Grace: An Intimate Portrait of Lisa Marie Presley.

What are the achievements of Lisa Marie Presley?

Lisa Marie Presley was an American singer and songwriter who achieved several accomplishments in her musical career. Some of her achievements are:

• She released three studio albums that showcased her distinctive voice and songwriting skills: To Whom It May Concern (2003), Now What (2005) and Storm & Grace (2012). Her debut album To Whom It May Concern was certified gold by the Recording Industry Association of America (RIAA) and reached No. 5 on the Billboard 200 chart
• She collaborated with other artists, such as Michael Jackson, Bon Jovi, Chris Isaak, Richard Marx, and Michael Bublé, on various songs and projects. She also performed duets with her father Elvis Presley using his original vocal tracks, such as “Don’t Cry Daddy” (1997) and “In the Ghetto” (2007)
• She received several awards and nominations for her music, such as the MTV Europe Music Award for Best Female in 2003, the Golden Globe Award for Best Original Song for “Lights Out” in 2004, and the Grammy Award for Best Female Rock Vocal Performance for “Dirty Laundry” in 2006. She also won the VH1 Big in ’03 Award for Big Music Artist and the World Music Award for Outstanding Contribution to Music in 2003
• She was a humanitarian and philanthropist who supported various causes and organizations, such as the Dream Factory, the Make-A-Wish Foundation, the Starkey Hearing Foundation, the Citizens Commission on Human Rights, and the Elvis Presley Charitable Foundation. She also participated in charity events and concerts, such as the Nobel Peace Prize Concert in 2003, the CMA Music Festival in 2012, and the World Hunger Year Benefit Concert in 2013

Who is Lisa Marie Presley married to?

Lisa Marie Presley was married four times before her death in 2023. Her husbands were:

• Danny Keough: He was a Chicago-born musician who was part of Lisa Marie’s backing band. They married on October 3, 1988, at the Celebrity Center International of the Church of Scientology in West Hollywood. They had two children together: daughter Riley Keough and son Benjamin Keough. They divorced on May 6, 1994
• Michael Jackson: He was a pop superstar who was known as the “King of Pop”. They married on May 26, 1994, in a secret ceremony in the Dominican Republic. They appeared together publicly at various events, such as the MTV Video Music Awards in 1994 and the American Music Awards in 1995. They also made a music video for Jackson’s song “You Are Not Alone” in 1995. They divorced on January 18, 1996
• Nicolas Cage: He was an Oscar-winning actor who starred in films such as Leaving Las Vegas, Face/Off, and National Treasure. They married on August 10, 2002, in a lavish ceremony at the Mauna Lani Bay Hotel on the Big Island of Hawaii. They separated after 107 days of marriage and filed for divorce on November 25, 2002. Their divorce was finalized on May 16, 2004
• Michael Lockwood: He was a guitarist and producer who worked with artists such as Fiona Apple, Aimee Mann, and Ben Taylor. They married on January 22, 2006, in a traditional Japanese ceremony at the Kyu-Karuizawa Hotel in Tokyo. They had twin daughters together: Harper Vivienne Ann and Finley Aaron Love. They separated on June 13, 2016, and filed for divorce on June 28, 2016. Their divorce was finalized on May 26, 2021

Is Lisa Marie Presley socially active?

Lisa Marie Presley was socially active on various platforms before her death in 2023. She had accounts on Instagram, Twitter, Facebook, YouTube, and Spotify. She used her social media to share her music, photos, videos, thoughts, opinions, and personal updates with her fans and followers. She also used her social media to promote her causes and charities, such as Scientology, human rights, animal welfare, and hunger relief.

Some of her social media posts were:

• On Instagram: Her last post on August 30th ,2022 was about National Grief Awareness Day and her essay about grief that she wrote for People magazine after losing her son Benjamin to suicide in July 2020. She said, “I thought I’d post it here in the hopes that anyone who needs to hear all of this it helps in some way.”
• On Twitter: Her last tweet on May 16th, 2022 was about the Elvis biopic starring Austin Butler as her father and Tom Hanks as his manager. She said, “I am so grateful to everyone involved in this film. Austin Butler is unprecedented as Elvis. He is truly a gift to the world.”
• On Facebook: Her last post on January 8th, 2023 was about her father’s birthday and her gratitude for his legacy. She said, “Happy birthday to my daddy, the one and only Elvis Presley. I miss you every day and I love you with all my heart. Thank you for everything you gave to me and to the world.”
• On YouTube: Her last video on May 15th, 2012 was the official music video for her song “You Ain’t Seen Nothing Yet” from her album Storm & Grace. The video featured her performing the song in a dark and moody setting with a band and dancers. The video had over 2.7 million views as of January 2023.
• On Spotify: Her last playlist on April 30th, 2012 was titled “Lisa Marie Presley’s Storm & Grace Playlist”. The playlist featured 15 songs from her album Storm & Grace, as well as songs by other artists that inspired her, such as Bob Dylan, Johnny Cash, Leonard Cohen, and Patti Smith. The playlist had over 10,000 followers as of January 2023.

What is the net worth of Lisa Marie Presley?

Lisa Marie Presley’s net worth was estimated to be $300 million as of January 2023. She inherited her father’s estate, which was worth about $5 million at the time of his death in 1977, and grew to an estimated $100 million by the time she turned 25 in 1993. She sold 85 percent of her rights to the Elvis Presley estate in 2004 for $100 million, but later sued her former business manager for allegedly mismanaging her money and leaving her with only $14,000 in cash and $500,000 in credit card debt. She also faced financial troubles due to her divorces and lawsuits from her ex-husbands.

Despite her financial woes, Lisa Marie Presley still owned some valuable assets, such as:

• Graceland: The iconic mansion in Memphis, Tennessee, where Elvis lived and died, and where Lisa Marie was born and grew up. The mansion was declared a National Historic Landmark in 2006 and is one of the most visited tourist attractions in the US. Lisa Marie owned a 15 percent stake in Graceland and its related properties, such as the Elvis Presley Museum, the Heartbreak Hotel, and the Elvis Presley Automobile Museum.
• Hidden Hills Estate: A luxurious property in Hidden Hills, California, where Lisa Marie lived with her family until she sold it in 2015 for $5 million. The estate featured a main house with six bedrooms and seven bathrooms, a guest house with three bedrooms and two bathrooms, a pool, a spa, a playground, a barn, and a vineyard. The estate also had a recording studio where Lisa Marie recorded some of her songs.
• Coeur d’Alene Ranch: A sprawling property in Coeur d’Alene, Idaho, where Lisa Marie spent some time with her children after her divorce from Michael Lockwood. The ranch featured a main house with four bedrooms and four bathrooms, a guest house with two bedrooms and two bathrooms, a barn, a pond, a creek, and a helipad. The ranch also had stunning views of the mountains and the lake.

What are the movies Lisa Marie Presley has worked in?

Lisa Marie Presley was not primarily an actress, but she did appear in some movies and documentaries related to her music or her family. Some of the movies she worked in are:

• The Wild Angels (1969): A biker film starring Peter Fonda and Nancy Sinatra that featured a cameo appearance by Lisa Marie as a baby girl being baptized by Fonda’s character. The film also featured footage of Elvis’ funeral that was used without permission from Priscilla Presley.
• Elvis by the Presleys (2005): A documentary film that chronicled the life and legacy of Elvis through interviews with his family members, including Lisa Marie, Priscilla, Riley, Benjamin, Vernon, Minnie Mae, and others. The film also featured rare home movies, photos, and recordings.
• Storm & Grace: An Intimate Portrait of Lisa Marie Presley (2012): A documentary film that followed Lisa Marie as she recorded and released her third and final album Storm & Grace. The film also featured interviews with her family, friends, and collaborators, as well as footage of her personal and professional life¹
• Naked Gun 33⅓: The Final Insult (1994): A comedy film that parodied various genres and movies, such as The Silence of the Lambs, The Untouchables, and Thelma & Louise. Lisa Marie had a cameo appearance as herself in a scene where she attended the Academy Awards ceremony with her then-husband Michael Jackson
• Elvis Lives! (2016): A TV movie that speculated on what would have happened if Elvis had faked his death and gone into hiding. Lisa Marie played herself in a scene where she met her father in disguise at a diner and gave him a letter from her mother.

What are the famous roles played by Lisa Marie Presley?

Lisa Marie Presley was not primarily an actress, but she did appear in some movies and documentaries related to her music or her family. Some of the famous roles she played are:

• Herself in The Wild Angels (1969): A biker film starring Peter Fonda and Nancy Sinatra that featured a cameo appearance by Lisa Marie as a baby girl being baptized by Fonda’s character. The film also featured footage of Elvis’ funeral that was used without permission from Priscilla Presley
• Herself in Naked Gun 33⅓: The Final Insult (1994): A comedy film that parodied various genres and movies, such as The Silence of the Lambs, The Untouchables, and Thelma & Louise. Lisa Marie had a cameo appearance as herself in a scene where she attended the Academy Awards ceremony with her then-husband Michael Jackson
• Herself in Elvis by the Presleys (2005): A documentary film that chronicled the life and legacy of Elvis through interviews with his family members, including Lisa Marie, Priscilla, Riley, Benjamin, Vernon, Minnie Mae, and others. The film also featured rare home movies, photos, and recordings³
• Herself in Storm & Grace: An Intimate Portrait of Lisa Marie Presley (2012): A documentary film that followed Lisa Marie as she recorded and released her third and final album Storm & Grace. The film also featured interviews with her family, friends, and collaborators, as well as footage of her personal and professional life
• Herself in Elvis Lives! (2016): A TV movie that speculated on what would have happened if Elvis had faked his death and gone into hiding. Lisa Marie played herself in a scene where she met her father in disguise at a diner and gave him a letter from her mother.

Which brands does Lisa Marie Presley endorse?

Lisa Marie Presley did not endorse many brands during her career, but she did have some associations with certain products or companies. Some of them are:

• MAC Cosmetics: In 2005, Lisa Marie became the spokesperson for MAC’s Viva Glam campaign, which raised funds and awareness for HIV/AIDS. She appeared in ads and posters wearing a red lipstick and holding a microphone. She also participated in events and interviews to promote the cause
• Citizen Watch: In 2006, Lisa Marie joined her mother Priscilla as the face of Citizen Watch’s Eco-Drive line, which featured watches powered by light. They appeared in print ads and commercials wearing matching watches and outfits. They also donated some of their personal watches to an online auction to benefit the Presley Charitable Foundation
• Graceland: As the owner of Graceland, Lisa Marie endorsed the iconic mansion as a tourist attraction and a cultural landmark. She appeared in videos and documentaries about Graceland and its history, as well as hosted events and ceremonies there. She also supported the expansion and renovation of Graceland and its related properties, such as the Elvis Presley Museum, the Heartbreak Hotel, and the Elvis Presley Automobile Museum

What are the viral stories of Lisa Marie Presley?

Lisa Marie Presley was often in the spotlight because of her fame, fortune, family, and relationships. Some of the viral stories that made headlines about her are:

• Her marriage to Michael Jackson: In 1994, Lisa Marie shocked the world when she married pop superstar Michael Jackson in a secret ceremony in the Dominican Republic. They appeared together publicly at various events, such as the MTV Video Music Awards in 1994 and the American Music Awards in 1995. They also made a music video for Jackson’s song “You Are Not Alone” in 1995. They divorced in 1996 amid rumors of infidelity and irreconcilable differences
• Her divorce from Nicolas Cage: In 2002, Lisa Marie married Oscar-winning actor Nicolas Cage in a lavish ceremony at the Mauna Lani Bay Hotel on the Big Island of Hawaii. They separated after 107 days of marriage and filed for divorce on November 25, 2002. Their divorce was finalized on May 16, 2004. They cited irreconcilable differences as the reason for their split, but some reports suggested that Cage was obsessed with Elvis and wanted to marry his daughter to fulfill his fantasy
• Her addiction to opioids: In 2019, Lisa Marie revealed that she had struggled with opioid addiction for several years after giving birth to her twin daughters in 2008. She said that she was prescribed painkillers after a difficult delivery and became dependent on them. She also said that she overdosed several times and almost died. She wrote about her experience in the foreword for the book The United States of Opioids: A Prescription for Liberating a Nation in Pain. She said that she was writing to help others who were suffering from the same problem
• Her son’s suicide: In 2020, Lisa Marie’s son Benjamin Keough died by suicide at the age of 27. He was found with a self-inflicted gunshot wound at his mother’s home in Calabasas, California. He was the grandson of Elvis and Priscilla and the brother of Riley. He was also a musician and an actor who bore a striking resemblance to his grandfather. His death devastated his family and fans, who expressed their condolences and tributes online. Lisa Marie said that she was “heartbroken” and “beyond devastated” by the loss of her son.
• Her death: In 2023, Lisa Marie died of a bowel obstruction at the age of 54. She was rushed to a hospital in California after suffering a cardiac arrest, but could not be revived. The medical examiner’s office ruled that her death was natural and caused by a small bowel obstruction due to adhesions from a weight-loss surgery she had undergone several years ago. Her death shocked and saddened her family, friends, and fans, who remembered her as a talented singer, a loving mother, and a generous humanitarian. She was buried next to her son Benjamin at Graceland.

What are the scandals of Lisa Marie Presley?

Lisa Marie Presley was involved in several scandals throughout her life, some of which were related to her music, her marriages, her finances, or her family. Some of the scandals that tarnished her reputation are:

• Her feud with Madonna: In 2003, Lisa Marie had a public feud with Madonna over their music and their views on religion. Lisa Marie accused Madonna of copying her style and sound on her album American Life, which was released around the same time as Lisa Marie’s debut album To Whom It May Concern. She also criticized Madonna for being a “sell-out” who changed her religion for publicity. Madonna responded by calling Lisa Marie “irrelevant” and “pathetic”. The two singers never reconciled their differences.
• Her lawsuit against her former manager: In 2018, Lisa Marie sued her former business manager Barry Siegel for negligence and breach of trust, claiming that he had mismanaged her finances and left her with $14,000 in cash and $500,000 in credit card debt. She alleged that Siegel had sold 85 percent of her stake in Elvis Presley Enterprises without her consent and invested the money in a company that went bankrupt. She also alleged that Siegel had failed to pay her taxes and had concealed the true state of her finances from her. Siegel countersued Lisa Marie for $800,000, accusing her of squandering her inheritance on lavish spending and poor choices. The case is still pending in court.
• Her custody battle with her ex-husband: In 2016, Lisa Marie filed for divorce from her fourth husband Michael Lockwood, a guitarist and producer, after 10 years of marriage. She accused him of being abusive, dishonest, and irresponsible. She also accused him of possessing inappropriate photos and videos of children on his electronic devices, which led to a criminal investigation by the authorities. She sought full custody of their twin daughters Harper and Finley, while he sought spousal support and joint custody. The custody battle became bitter and public, with both parties making allegations and accusations against each other. The divorce was finalized in 2021, but the custody issue is still unresolved.
• Her dispute over her will: After Lisa Marie’s death in 2023, a dispute arose over the validity of her will and the control of her estate. According to court documents, Lisa Marie had amended her will in 2016, removing her mother Priscilla and her former manager Barry Siegel as co-trustees of the Promenade Trust, which held the majority of Elvis Presley’s estate. She replaced them with two of her children Riley Keough and Benjamin Keough as co-trustees. However, Priscilla challenged the amendment, arguing that it was forged or coerced by someone who wanted to take advantage of Lisa Marie’s mental state at the time. She also argued that Benjamin’s death in 2020 invalidated his appointment as co-trustee. She asked the court to declare the amendment invalid and restore her as co-trustee along with Riley. The case was settled out of court in May 2023, with Riley being named as the sole trustee of the estate

FAQs about celebrity Lisa Marie Presley

Q: When and where was Lisa Marie Presley born?

A: Lisa Marie Presley was born on February 1, 1968, in Memphis, Tennessee, U.S. She was the only child of singer and actor Elvis Presley and actress Priscilla Presley. She was born at Baptist Memorial Hospital-Memphis, nine months to the day after her parents’ wedding.

Q: What was Lisa Marie Presley’s relationship with her father Elvis Presley?

A: Lisa Marie Presley had a close and loving relationship with her father Elvis Presley, who adored and spoiled her with jewels and fur coats. He also introduced her to music and encouraged her to sing and play the piano. She often performed for him, standing on a coffee table and imitating his moves. She also attended some of his concerts and traveled with him on his private jet. She was devastated by his death in August 1977, when she was nine years old. She inherited his estate along with her grandfather and great-grandmother, who both died within three years. She became Elvis’ sole heir on her 25th birthday in 1993, when she inherited an estimated $100 million.

Q: How many times was Lisa Marie Presley married and who were her husbands?

A: Lisa Marie Presley was married four times before her death in 2023. Her husbands were:

Danny Keough: He was a Chicago-born musician who was part of Lisa Marie’s backing band. They married on October 3, 1988, at the Celebrity Center International of the Church of Scientology in West Hollywood. They had two children together: daughter Riley Keough and son Benjamin Keough. They divorced on May 6, 1994.

Michael Jackson: He was a pop superstar who was known as the “King of Pop”. They married on May 26, 1994, in a secret ceremony in the Dominican Republic. They appeared together publicly at various events, such as the MTV Video Music Awards in 1994 and the American Music Awards in 1995. They also made a music video for Jackson’s song “You Are Not Alone” in 1995. They divorced on January 18, 1996.

Nicolas Cage: He was an Oscar-winning actor who starred in films such as Leaving Las Vegas, Face/Off, and National Treasure. They married on August 10, 2002, in a lavish ceremony at the Mauna Lani Bay Hotel on the Big Island of Hawaii. They separated after 107 days of marriage and filed for divorce on November 25, 2002. Their divorce was finalized on May 16, 2004.

Michael Lockwood: He was a guitarist and producer who worked with artists such as Fiona Apple, Aimee Mann, and Ben Taylor. They married on January 22, 2006, in a traditional Japanese ceremony at the Kyu-Karuizawa Hotel in Tokyo. They had twin daughters together: Harper Vivienne Ann and Finley Aaron Love. They separated on June 13, 2016, and filed for divorce on June 28, 2016. Their divorce was finalized on May 26, 2021.

Q: What kind of music did Lisa Marie Presley make and what were her albums?

A: Lisa Marie Presley made music that reflected her honesty, emotion, and attitude. Her voice had a gutsy, blues-edged tone that was influenced by various genres, such as soft rock, alternative, folk, pop/rock, and contemporary Americana. Her songs expressed her personal experiences, opinions, and struggles. She released three studio albums that showcased her distinctive voice and songwriting skills: To Whom It May Concern (2003), Now What (2005) and Storm & Grace (2012). Her debut album To Whom It May Concern was certified gold by the Recording Industry Association of America (RIAA) and reached No. 5 on the Billboard 200 chart.

Q: What were some of the awards and honors that Lisa Marie Presley received for her music?

A: Lisa Marie Presley received several awards and honors for her music, such as:

• The MTV Europe Music Award for Best Female in 2003
• The Golden Globe Award for Best Original Song for “Lights Out” in 2004
• The Grammy Award for Best Female Rock Vocal Performance for “Dirty Laundry” in 2006
• The VH1 Big in ’03 Award for Big Music Artist in 2003
• The World Music Award for Outstanding Contribution to Music in 2003

Q: What were some of the causes and charities that Lisa Marie Presley supported and participated in?

A: Lisa Marie Presley was a humanitarian and philanthropist who supported and participated in various causes and charities, such as:

• The Dream Factory: A non-profit organization that grants wishes to critically and chronically ill children. Lisa Marie was a board member and a spokesperson for the organization. She also visited and donated to several hospitals and children’s centers.
• The Make-A-Wish Foundation: A non-profit organization that grants wishes to children with life-threatening medical conditions. Lisa Marie was a supporter and a donor of the organization. She also granted wishes to several children who wanted to meet her or her father.
• The Starkey Hearing Foundation: A non-profit organization that provides hearing aids and hearing care to people in need around the world. Lisa Marie was an ambassador and a volunteer for the organization. She also traveled to several countries, such as Peru, Mexico, Haiti, and Zambia, to help fit and distribute hearing aids to children and adults.
• The Citizens Commission on Human Rights: A non-profit organization that advocates for human rights and exposes abuses in the field of mental health. Lisa Marie was a member and a spokesperson for the organization. She also appeared in several documentaries and campaigns to raise awareness and expose corruption in the psychiatric industry.
• The Elvis Presley Charitable Foundation: A non-profit organization that was established by Graceland/Elvis Presley Enterprises in 1984 to continue Elvis’ legacy of generosity and community service. Lisa Marie was the president and a board member of the organization. She also oversaw and supported several projects and programs, such as the Presley Place Transitional Housing Facility, the Elvis Presley Music Room, the Elvis Presley Endowed Scholarship Fund, and the Elvis Presley Trauma Center.

Q: How did Lisa Marie Presley die and where was she buried?

A: Lisa Marie Presley died of a bowel obstruction at the age of 54 on January 23, 2023. She was rushed to a hospital in California after suffering a cardiac arrest, but could not be revived. The medical examiner’s office ruled that her death was natural and caused by a small bowel obstruction due to adhesions from a weight-loss surgery she had undergone several years ago. She was buried next to her son Benjamin at Graceland, the iconic mansion in Memphis, Tennessee, where Elvis lived and died, and where Lisa Marie was born and grew up.

Q: How many children did Lisa Marie Presley have and what are their names?

A: Lisa Marie Presley had four children from two of her marriages. Her children are:

• Riley Keough: She is Lisa Marie’s eldest daughter from her first marriage to Danny Keough. She was born on May 29, 1989, in Los Angeles, California. She is an actress and a model who has appeared in films such as Mad Max: Fury Road, American Honey, Logan Lucky, and The Lodge. She is married to stuntman Ben Smith-Petersen since 2015.
• Benjamin Keough: He was Lisa Marie’s only son from her first marriage to Danny Keough. He was born on October 21, 1992, in Tampa, Florida. He was a musician and an actor who bore a striking resemblance to his grandfather Elvis. He died by suicide at the age of 27 on July 12, 2020, at his mother’s home in Calabasas, California. He was found with a self-inflicted gunshot wound. His death devastated his family and fans, who expressed their condolences and tributes online.
• Harper Vivienne Ann Lockwood: She is one of Lisa Marie’s twin daughters from her fourth marriage to Michael Lockwood. She was born on October 7, 2008, in Los Angeles, California. She is the younger twin by 12 minutes. She has blonde hair and blue eyes like her mother. She is interested in music and art like her parents.
• Finley Aaron Love Lockwood: She is one of Lisa Marie’s twin daughters from her fourth marriage to Michael Lockwood. She was born on October 7, 2008, in Los Angeles, California. She is the older twin by 12 minutes. She has brown hair and brown eyes like her father. She is interested in sports and animals like her parents.

Q: What were some of the hobbies and interests of Lisa Marie Presley?

A: Lisa Marie Presley had various hobbies and interests that reflected her personality and passions. Some of them are:

• Singing and playing music: Lisa Marie loved music since she was a child, when her father introduced her to singing and playing the piano. She often performed for him, standing on a coffee table and imitating his moves. She also attended some of his concerts and traveled with him on his private jet. She pursued her musical career as an adult, releasing three albums and collaborating with other artists. She also had a recording studio at her Hidden Hills estate, where she recorded some of her songs
• Reading and writing: Lisa Marie enjoyed reading and writing as a way of expressing herself and learning new things. She read books on various topics, such as religion, psychology, history, and fiction. She also wrote songs, poems, essays, and letters. She wrote the foreword for the book The United States of Opioids: A Prescription for Liberating a Nation in Pain, where she shared her experience of overcoming opioid addiction. She also wrote an essay about grief for People magazine after losing her son Benjamin to suicide
• Traveling and exploring: Lisa Marie liked traveling and exploring different places and cultures around the world. She traveled to several countries, such as Peru, Mexico, Haiti, Zambia, Japan, Australia, and England. She also visited Graceland regularly, where she was born and grew up. She participated in various events and activities during her travels, such as fitting and distributing hearing aids to children and adults with the Starkey Hearing Foundation, attending the Nobel Peace Prize Concert in Norway, and having a traditional Japanese wedding ceremony in Tokyo.
• Collecting and decorating: Lisa Marie had a penchant for collecting and decorating things that appealed to her taste and style. She collected items related to her father, such as his records, costumes, jewelry, and memorabilia. She also collected items related to other celebrities, such as Marilyn Monroe, James Dean, John Lennon, and Michael Jackson. She decorated her homes with eclectic and elegant furniture, art, and accessories. She also had a vineyard at her Hidden Hills estate, where she grew grapes and made wine.
• Caring for animals: Lisa Marie was an animal lover who cared for various pets throughout her life. She had dogs, cats, horses, chickens, ducks, goats, pigs, and llamas. She also supported animal welfare causes and organizations, such as the Humane Society of the United States, the World Wildlife Fund, and PETA. She also adopted some of her pets from animal shelters and rescue groups.