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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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February 27th in Elvis History

Today in Elvis History ·

2025/02/09

It's February 27, and on this day in 1970... Elvis Presley held a midday press conference at the Astroworld Hotel in Houston, where he reflected on his early career, laughing that his Sun recordings now sounded “funny” to him. Later that day, he took the stage not once, but twice at the Houston Astrodome as part of the Annual Texas Livestock Show. For his grand entrance, Elvis rode in on an open jeep. After the first show, he was reportedly discouraged, criticizing the poor sound and saying, “I

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February 26th in Elvis History

Today in Elvis History ·

2025/02/09

It's February twenty-sixth, and on this day in 1967… Elvis Presley delayed his trip to Los Angeles due to painful saddle sores, prompting a house call from Dr. George Nichopoulos at the ranch. The doctor not only treated Elvis and relayed the situation to Colonel Parker, but this visit also marked the beginning of a significant and long-lasting relationship. Dr. Nick would go on to become Elvis’s personal physician and a near-constant presence in his life for the next decade.

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February 11th in Elvis History

Today in Elvis History ·

2025/02/09

It's February eleventh, and on this day in 1956, Elvis Presley made his third appearance on CBS’s *Stage Show*, hosted by the Dorsey Brothers. But this wasn't just another TV performance—this was the night America heard “Heartbreak Hotel” for the first time on national television. Elvis paired the haunting ballad with a blistering rendition of “Blue Suede Shoes,” giving audiences a double shot of rock 'n' roll that would help launch him into superstardom. And on this day in 1960, Elvis celebrated

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February 23rd in Elvis History

Today in Elvis History ·

2025/02/09

It's February twenty-third, and on this day in 1967… Elvis Presley became the legal owner of a 163-acre ranch in Mississippi, just south of Memphis, near the town of Walls. He named it the *Flying Circle G Ranch*. More than just a getaway, Elvis turned the property into a personal refuge and cowboy-style retreat, complete with horses, saddles, and a growing entourage of friends and family who moved onto the ranch with him. Among them were Billy and Jo Smith, Alan and Dee Fortas, and even Elvis’s

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March 6th in Elvis History

Today in Elvis History ·

2025/02/09

It’s March sixth, and on this day in 1964… Elvis Presley added a new crown jewel to his growing fleet of cars—a Rolls Royce Phantom V Touring Limousine. Painted midnight blue and outfitted with a gray cloth interior, the luxurious British-made ride was customized to Elvis’s specifications before being shipped to the U.S. It came complete with a 6.2-liter V-8 engine, automatic transmission, two cut-glass decanters, and silver-rimmed crystal glasses. The King used the Rolls as his preferred car until

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February 17th in Elvis History

Today in Elvis History ·

2025/02/09

It's February seventeenth, and on this day in 1960, Elvis Presley was awarded a Gold record for his self-titled debut album, *Elvis Presley*. Originally released in 1956, the album made history as the first Rock 'n' Roll LP to top the Billboard Top Pop Albums chart, holding the number one spot for an astonishing ten weeks. This milestone not only cemented Elvis’s status as the new king of popular music but also marked a turning point in the mainstream acceptance of rock and roll.

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February 9th in Elvis History

Today in Elvis History ·

2025/02/09

It's February ninth, and on this day in 1974... Elvis Presley closed out a shortened but memorable engagement at the Las Vegas Hilton with back-to-back performances—one at 8:15 p.m. and another at midnight. Originally booked for four weeks, the run was reduced to two at the advice of Dr. Nick, Elvis’s physician. Despite signs of emotional strain behind the scenes, including reports that Elvis shot out a chandelier and several TV sets during his stay, the shows themselves were a triumph. Elvis was

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February 8th in Elvis History

Today in Elvis History ·

2025/02/08

It’s February eighth, and on this day in 1967… Elvis Presley, while on a horse-buying trip in Mississippi with Priscilla and several of the boys, stumbled upon a 160-acre cattle ranch called Twinkletown Farm, just ten miles south of Graceland. Drawn in by the sight of a 65-foot lighted cross standing tall on the property, Elvis made an impulsive decision—he bought the ranch on the spot, putting down \$5,000 toward the \$250,000 price tag. He soon renamed it Circle G Ranch, with the “G” standing

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February 7th in Elvis History

Today in Elvis History ·

2025/02/07

It's February seventh, and on this day in 1963… Priscilla Beaulieu officially made the move to Memphis after years of negotiations between Elvis and her family. That day, Priscilla and her father Joseph Beaulieu flew to Los Angeles to meet Elvis, who gave them a tour of the city before all three traveled to Memphis. Priscilla then enrolled at Immaculate Conception High School, a strict all-girls Catholic academy run by nuns. While the press was told she’d be staying at Vernon Presley’s house

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February 6th in Elvis History

Today in Elvis History ·

2025/02/06

It's February sixth, and on this day in 1955, Elvis Presley performed two Sunday shows at Memphis’s Ellis Auditorium—but the real action happened backstage. Between the 3:00 and 8:00 p.m. performances, a pivotal meeting took place between Elvis, Colonel Tom Parker, Sun Records president Sam Phillips, and members of Elvis’s inner circle, including Tom Diskin, Scotty Moore, and Bill Black. The topic? Elvis’s future. Colonel Parker was already pushing the idea that Elvis needed a bigger label

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February 5th in Elvis History

Today in Elvis History ·

2025/02/05

It's February fifth, and on this day in 1968… Elvis brought Priscilla and their newborn daughter, Lisa Marie, home from the hospital. Just four days earlier, the King had become a father for the first and only time. The arrival of Lisa Marie marked one of the most personal milestones of Elvis’s life—a moment of joy and tenderness that stood in contrast to the whirlwind of his career. He doted on her from the very beginning, and this homecoming to Graceland marked the start of a new chapter as a

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February 4th in Elvis History

Today in Elvis History ·

2025/02/04

It's February fourth, and on this day in 1973, Elvis Presley met heavyweight boxing champion Muhammad Ali in Las Vegas, where Ali was training for an upcoming title defense. During their meeting, Elvis gifted Ali an ornate custom robe emblazoned with “The People’s Champion” on the back. Ali, touched by the gesture, later reflected that he felt sorry for Elvis, noting how much time he spent secluded indoors. Ali returned the favor by giving Elvis a pair of his own boxing gloves, inscribed with

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February 3rd in Elvis History

Today in Elvis History ·

2025/02/03

It's February third, and on this day in 1976… Elvis Presley held a recording session inside his beloved Graceland. The plan was to create music in a comfortable, homey environment, but the results told a different story. Over the course of more than 13 hours, Elvis recorded only one song—"Solitaire." Observers noted he seemed increasingly distracted, retreating to his bedroom at one point and confiding in Sonny and Red West about elaborate, paranoid plots involving Memphis drug

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February 2nd in Elvis History

Today in Elvis History ·

2025/02/02

It's February second, and on this day in 1973... Elvis Presley, in the middle of his Las Vegas engagement, exchanged heartfelt gifts with boxing legend Muhammad Ali. Elvis presented Ali with a custom-made robe that read "The People's Champion" across the back. Ali, touched by the gesture, later reflected on their meeting with sympathy, noting Elvis’s isolation: "He stayed indoors all the time. I told him he should go out and see people." In return, Ali gifted Elvis a pair

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February 1st in Elvis History

Today in Elvis History ·

2025/02/01

It's February first, and on this day in 1968, Lisa Marie Presley was born to Elvis and Priscilla at Baptist Memorial Hospital in Memphis. The baby arrived at 5:01 p.m., weighing six pounds, fifteen ounces, and measuring 20 inches long. Elvis, nervously pacing the halls with family and friends, waited in a special lounge arranged just for them. So anxious was he that his grandmother had to remind him *he* wasn't the one having the baby. Memphis police, paid by Elvis, stood guard at the

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January 31st in Elvis History

Today in Elvis History ·

2025/01/31

It's January thirty-first, and on this day in 1955… Scotty Moore—Elvis’s lead guitarist and first manager—sat down to tally the group’s January earnings from their whirlwind month of touring. The total came to \$2,083.63, a sizable haul for a band still on the rise. After expenses, Elvis took home 50 percent, while Moore and bassist Bill Black each received 25 percent. It was a glimpse of things to come, as the band’s momentum—and Elvis’s stardom—were only just beginning to snowball.

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January 30th in Elvis History

Today in Elvis History ·

2025/01/30

It's January thirtieth, and on this day in 1956… Elvis Presley walked into RCA’s New York studio at 155 East 24th Street for his first official recording session with the label that had just signed him. With the pressure high and RCA executives skeptical about whether “Heartbreak Hotel” would succeed, producer Steve Sholes made a strategic call. He had Elvis cut a cover of Carl Perkins’s “Blue Suede Shoes” as insurance—though he promised Sun Records he wouldn’t release it as a single to protect

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January 29th in Elvis History

Today in Elvis History ·

2025/01/29

It's January twenty-ninth, and on this day in 1975... Elvis Presley was rushed to Baptist Memorial Hospital in Memphis after Linda Thompson found him struggling to breathe in their Graceland bedroom. Though the official explanation given to the public cited hypertension and a liver issue, the real reason was far more serious—Dr. George Nichopoulos, known as “Dr. Nick,” was attempting to manage Elvis’s escalating use of prescription medication. Elvis was admitted to the eighteenth floor of the

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January 28th in Elvis History

Today in Elvis History ·

2025/01/28

It's January 28, and on this day in 1956… Elvis Presley made his national television debut on CBS’s *Stage Show*, hosted by the Dorsey Brothers. Rehearsals took place that morning at Nola Studios, and the show went live at 8:00 p.m. from the CBS Studios in New York. Although winter weather and Elvis’s then-limited fame kept the studio audience small, the moment marked a pivotal turning point in his career. With slicked-back hair, a pink jacket, and raw energy, Elvis delivered a performance that

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January 27th in Elvis History

Today in Elvis History ·

2025/01/27

It's January twenty-seventh, and on this day in 1971... Elvis Presley kicked off a new engagement at the International Hotel in Las Vegas with a major change that would define his stage presence for the rest of his career. For the first time, instead of walking onstage to the upbeat intro from “Baby I Don’t Care,” the King made his entrance to a powerful, orchestral rendition of “Also Sprach Zarathustra”—the dramatic theme famously associated with *2001: A Space Odyssey.* From this night

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