Priscilla Presley

Priscilla Presley
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Name	Priscilla Presley
Birth name	Priscilla Ann Beaulieu
Birth date	May 24, 1945
Birth place	Brooklyn, New York, United States
Occupation	Actress, businesswoman
Years active	1983–present
Spouse	Elvis Presley (m. 1967–1973)
Children	Lisa Marie Presley

Priscilla Presley is a renowned American actress and businesswoman, best known for her marriage to the legendary musician Elvis Presley. Born in Brooklyn, New York, she spent her early years in Wiesbaden, Germany, where her father, James Wagner, was stationed with the United States Air Force. Her family later moved to Austin, Texas, and then to Memphis, Tennessee, where she met Elvis Presley at a party hosted by Currie Grant. Priscilla's life was forever changed when she married Elvis Presley in 1967, surrounded by friends and family, including Jerry Schilling and Marty Lacker.

Early Life

Priscilla Ann Beaulieu was born on May 24, 1945, in Brooklyn, New York, to James Wagner and Anna Lillian Iversen. Her father, a United States Navy pilot, was killed in a plane crash when Priscilla was just an infant. Her mother later married Paul Beaulieu, a United States Air Force officer, and the family moved to Wiesbaden, Germany, where Priscilla spent her early years attending Wiesbaden High School. She later moved to Austin, Texas, and then to Memphis, Tennessee, where she attended Immaculate Conception High School and met Elvis Presley through mutual friends, including George Klein and Sonny West. Priscilla's early life was marked by frequent moves, attending schools such as Del Valle High School in Austin, Texas, and Memphis State University in Memphis, Tennessee.

Career

Priscilla Presley began her acting career in the 1980s, appearing in films such as The Naked Gun: From the Files of Police Squad! alongside Leslie Nielsen and Ricardo Montalban. She also appeared in the NBC series Dallas, playing the role of Jenna Wade, alongside Larry Hagman and Linda Gray. Priscilla's career was further boosted by her appearances in films such as The Naked Gun 2½: The Smell of Fear and The Naked Gun 33 1/3: The Final Insult, both of which starred Leslie Nielsen and George Kennedy. She has also worked with notable directors, including David Zucker and Jim Abrahams, and has appeared in television shows such as Touched by an Angel and Spin City, alongside Michael J. Fox and Barry Bostwick.

Personal Life

Priscilla Presley married Elvis Presley in 1967, and the couple had a daughter, Lisa Marie Presley, in 1968. The marriage ended in divorce in 1973, but Priscilla remained close to Elvis Presley until his death in 1977. She has since been involved in various business ventures, including the management of Elvis Presley Enterprises, which oversees the Elvis Presley estate, including Graceland and the Elvis Presley Museum. Priscilla has also been involved in various charitable organizations, including the Elvis Presley Charitable Foundation, which supports St. Jude Children's Research Hospital and the Memphis Boys and Girls Club. She has been recognized for her philanthropic work by organizations such as the American Red Cross and the United Service Organizations.

Philanthropy

Priscilla Presley is a dedicated philanthropist, supporting various charitable organizations, including the St. Jude Children's Research Hospital, the Memphis Boys and Girls Club, and the American Red Cross. She has also worked with organizations such as the United Service Organizations and the Make-A-Wish Foundation, which grant wishes to children with life-threatening illnesses. Priscilla has been recognized for her philanthropic work, receiving awards such as the Jefferson Award for Public Service and the Horatio Alger Award. She has also been involved in various fundraising campaigns, including the Elvis Presley Memorial Fund, which supports the Elvis Presley Museum and the Graceland estate.

Filmography

Priscilla Presley's filmography includes a range of films and television shows, such as The Naked Gun: From the Files of Police Squad!, The Naked Gun 2½: The Smell of Fear, and The Naked Gun 33 1/3: The Final Insult. She has also appeared in television shows such as Dallas, Touched by an Angel, and Spin City. Priscilla has worked with notable actors, including Leslie Nielsen, Ricardo Montalban, and Michael J. Fox, and has been directed by acclaimed directors such as David Zucker and Jim Abrahams. Her filmography also includes appearances in documentaries, such as Elvis: That's the Way It Is and Elvis on Tour, which showcase the life and career of Elvis Presley. Priscilla has also been involved in the production of various films and television shows, including the Elvis Presley biopic Elvis, which starred Kurt Russell as Elvis Presley and Dale Midkiff as Elvis Presley in the Elvis (miniseries). Category:American actresses