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Today in Elvis History

Evin "Elvis" Breen-Presley

A daily burst of Elvis magic! "Today in Elvis History" brings you fast, fun, and fascinating moments from the King"s life—one date at a time. Whether you"re an Elvis superfan or just curious, you"ll get your daily dose of rock "n" roll royalty in under 3 minutes.

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August 13th in Elvis History

Today in Elvis History ·

2025/08/13

It's August 13, and on this day in 1955, Elvis performed at the Louisiana Hayride in Shreveport, Louisiana. In 1956, he gave a show at the Municipal Auditorium in New Orleans, Louisiana. In 1958, Elvis was granted emergency leave from the Army to visit his mother, Gladys Presley, who had been admitted to Memphis Methodist Hospital. Elvis arrived in Memphis that afternoon and spent several hours with her at the hospital before returning to Graceland. Starting in 1960, Elvis began filming for

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August 12th in Elvis History

Today in Elvis History ·

2025/08/12

It's August 12, and on this day in 1955, Elvis performed at Driller Park in Kilgore, Texas. In 1956, he gave two shows at the Municipal Auditorium in New Orleans, Louisiana, at 4:00 and 8:15 p.m. In 1958, Elvis obtained emergency leave from the Army and flew to Memphis with Lamar Fike to visit his hospitalized mother, Gladys Presley. In 1961, Elvis flew from Tampa to Los Angeles. And in 1974, Elvis also flew to Los Angeles. The previous day, August 11, 1975, found Elvis relaxing in Palm

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August 11th in Elvis History

Today in Elvis History ·

2025/08/11

It's August 11, and on this day in 1955, Elvis performed at the Reo Palm Isle in Longview, Texas. In 1956, he gave three shows at the Florida Theater in Jacksonville, Florida, at 3:30, 7:00, and 9:00 p.m. In 1958, Elvis began his Basic Unit Training. And in 1961, location filming for *Follow That Dream* wrapped up in Florida. The previous day, August 10, 1970, marked the opening of Elvis’s summer engagement at the International Hotel in Las Vegas. While reviews noted the show lacked some of

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August 10th in Elvis History

Today in Elvis History ·

2025/08/10

It's August 10, and on this day in 1955, Elvis performed at the Baseball Park in Gladewater, Texas. In 1956, he gave three shows at the Florida Theater in Jacksonville, Florida, at 3:30, 7:00, and 9:00 p.m. After the first show, Elvis was warned by Judge Marion Gooding to tone down his act. In 1970, Elvis opened an engagement at the International Hotel in Las Vegas with a dinner show in the showroom. In 1974, Elvis traded his Baldwin piano for a Story and Clark piano, which remains at

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August 9th in Elvis History

Today in Elvis History ·

2025/08/09

It's August ninth, and on this day in 1958... while his mother Gladys was being transported to the hospital in Memphis, Elvis Presley completed his Advanced Tank Training. Torn between duty and family, Elvis was nearing the end of his military training in Texas, even as Gladys’s health rapidly declined—a heartbreaking moment that would soon mark one of the most tragic chapters of his life.

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August 8th in Elvis History

Today in Elvis History ·

2025/08/08

It's August eighth, and on this day in 1977... just eight days before his death, Elvis Presley privately rented out Libertyland amusement park in Memphis during the early morning hours. The gesture was a personal treat for his daughter, Lisa Marie, and a group of her friends. Even in his final days, Elvis found joy in creating magical, unforgettable moments for the people he loved most.

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August 7th in Elvis History

Today in Elvis History ·

2025/08/07

It's August seventh, and on this day in 1970... Elvis Presley began rehearsing on the main stage of the Las Vegas Hilton showroom for the documentary *That's the Way It Is*. This day also marked the first time Elvis worked with musical director Joe Guercio, who led the orchestra. The collaboration launched a new era in Elvis’s live sound and stage production, helping to shape the powerful, orchestrated performances that would define his 1970s concert years.

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August 6th in Elvis History

Today in Elvis History ·

2025/08/06

It's August 6, and on this day in 1953, Elvis applied for jobs as a delivery boy and at Kroger’s grocery store but was not hired. In 1955, Elvis performed at the River Stadium in Batesville, Arkansas. By 1956, he was on stage at the Polk Theater in Lakeland, Florida, with three shows that day at 3:30, 7:00, and 9:00 p.m. In 1962, Anita Wood publicly announced their breakup, moving out of Graceland and returning home to Jackson, Tennessee, saying Elvis was not yet ready to settle down. In

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August 5th in Elvis History

Today in Elvis History ·

2025/08/05

It's August 5, and on this day in 1953, Elvis interviewed for a job at Sears Roebuck but was not hired. In 1955, Elvis performed at the Overton Park Shell in Memphis, a key early venue in his live career. By 1956, he was performing at the Fort Homer Hesterly Armory in Tampa, Florida, with shows at 3:30 and 8:15 p.m. In 1965, Elvis flew to Hawaii with his group, father, and stepmother for location shooting on one of his films. On August 5, 1972, Elvis opened an engagement at the Las Vegas

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August 4th in Elvis History

Today in Elvis History ·

2025/08/04

It's August fourth, and on this day in 1977... the book *Elvis: What Happened?* was published. Written by three of Elvis’s former bodyguards—Red West, Sonny West, and Dave Hebler—the book offered a controversial and intimate look into Elvis’s personal life, including his struggles with prescription drug use. Released just two weeks before Elvis’s death, the book caused a media storm and remains one of the most talked-about exposés in the history of celebrity memoirs.

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August 3rd in Elvis History

Today in Elvis History ·

2025/08/03

It's August third, and on this day in 1975... Elvis Presley leased an aircraft for one year, putting down a \$26,000 deposit against a \$13,000 monthly rental. This high-flying move reflected not just Elvis’s immense wealth and superstar status, but also his increasingly extravagant lifestyle during the mid-1970s. From Cadillacs to custom jets, the King didn’t just travel—he traveled in style.

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August 2nd in Elvis History

Today in Elvis History ·

2025/08/02

It's August second, and on this day in 1971... Elvis Presley concluded yet another record-breaking engagement in Las Vegas. Known for drawing massive crowds, Elvis once again shattered attendance records at the Hilton showroom. His reign in Vegas was not just a comeback—it was a phenomenon, reaffirming his unmatched draw and iconic status during an era when few artists could rival his live appeal.

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August 1st in Elvis History

Today in Elvis History ·

2025/08/01

It's August first, and on this day in 1969... Elvis Presley held a post-show press conference at 12:30 a.m., following his return to live performance at the International Hotel in Las Vegas. Speaking candidly, Elvis admitted he was “a little nervous for the first three songs,” but then told himself, “what the heck, get with it man, or you might be out of a job tomorrow.” That night, he continued the routine of two electrifying shows—one at 8:15 p.m. and another at midnight—solidifying his Vegas

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July 31st in Elvis History

Today in Elvis History ·

2025/07/31

It's July thirty-first, and on this day in 1969... Elvis Presley made his triumphant return to live performance with his first official show at the brand-new Showroom of the International Hotel in Las Vegas. But before he could take the stage, Elvis was hit with a panic attack brought on by stage fright, delaying his entrance by nearly two hours. The Sweet Inspirations opened the show at 8:15 p.m., but Elvis didn’t appear until 10:15. After eight years away from live concerts, this marked not only a

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July 30th in Elvis History

Today in Elvis History ·

2025/07/30

It's July 30, and on this day in 1954, Elvis Presley made his professional debut concert in Memphis at the Overton Park Shell. Though he was so nervous his legs shook, the crowd went wild as he performed his two songs, with Sun Records' Sam Phillips, Dixie, and his parents all in attendance. In 1955, Elvis took the stage at the Peabody Auditorium in Daytona Beach, Florida, performing two shows at 7:30 and 9:30 p.m. By 1960, Elvis’s album *Elvis is Back* reached No. 1 on the UK charts, marking

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July 29th in Elvis History

Today in Elvis History ·

2025/07/29

It's July 29, and on this day in 1955, Elvis performed at the new baseball stadium in Jacksonville, Florida, continuing to build his reputation as a dynamic live performer across the South. In 1956, Elvis returned to Biloxi, Mississippi, where his parents came to visit him, marking a moment of family connection amid his rapidly rising fame. By 1970, Elvis was back at MGM Studios in Culver City, resuming filming for the documentary *That's the Way It Is*, capturing his preparations and

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July 28th in Elvis History

Today in Elvis History ·

2025/07/28

It's July 28, and on this day in 1955, Elvis performed at the new baseball stadium in Jacksonville, Florida, showcasing his rising popularity across the South. In 1970, Elvis was deep into rehearsals at RCA as he prepared for upcoming performances, maintaining his focus on his music career. By 1976, Elvis performed at the Civic Center in Hartford, Connecticut. Following the show, his manager, Colonel Tom Parker, confronted him about his performance, highlighting the ongoing pressures Elvis faced

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July 27th in Elvis History

Today in Elvis History ·

2025/07/27

It's July 27, and on this day in 1954, Elvis had lunch with Marion Keisker and Edwin Howard at the *Memphis Press-Scimitar* to promote his new record. This early publicity helped build momentum for his breakthrough in the music industry. In 1956, Elvis attended a Blackwood Brothers All-Night Singing event, where he joined the group in singing gospel favorites "Jesus Filled My Every Need" and "You'll Never Walk Alone," showing his deep roots in gospel music. By 1963, Elvis and Ann-Margret were

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July 26th in Elvis History

Today in Elvis History ·

2025/07/26

It's July 26, and on this day in 1954, Elvis Presley signed a formal contract with Sun Records, a milestone in his early career that had to be countersigned by his parents. This official agreement helped set the stage for his rise to fame. On July 26, 1963, filming wrapped on *Viva Las Vegas*, marking the last day of location shooting for what would become one of Elvis’s most iconic films. In 1972, Elvis flew to Los Angeles to rehearse for his upcoming Las Vegas engagement at the RCA studio

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July 25th in Elvis History

Today in Elvis History ·

2025/07/25

It's July 25, and on this day in 1975, Elvis was wrapping up a three-day run of performances at the Civic Center in Asheville, North Carolina. His behavior during this period was increasingly erratic. Frustrated by what he perceived as a lack of response from the audience, Elvis lost his temper on stage, soliciting requests directly from the crowd, giving away a \$500 ring to a fan, and famously throwing his guitar into the audience. Earlier, during this tour, an incident occurred where Elvis

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