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Last month, The National Enquirer ran this story about Lisa Marie Presley citing a "source" who claims to have been in rehab with Presley. There always is a HINT of truth in these stories. This time I think NE got it wrong, to say the least. So I am going to jump in and try to correct the things I believe they got wrong. From The National Enquirer - Lisa Marie Presley was trapped in a living hell of sex abuse, shame and betrayal! Years of torment — including being molested by one of her famous father’s pals — finally drove her to a deadly drug addiction that the daughter of Elvis Presley is now bravely battling at a L.A. rehab center. NE: But while fighting for her life and sanity,Lisa Marie also bared darkest secrets that The National ENQUIRER has learned in a blockbuster world exclusive! A source who shared time at the facility with the   beauty has revealed Lisa Marie’s shattering revelations about her twisted childhood, including how a close pal of her le...

Jerry Gibson - River Records Thursday, this 79 year old man was ROBBED and MURDERED in MEMPHIS! Jerry Gibson owned River Records on Highland. Jerry loved music, especially Elvis Presley. His favorite Elvis song was, Don't Be Cruel. But above all, Jerry loved Memphis. Memphis has lost a treasure. Jerry was the ambassador of Memphis to hard core music lovers such as myself. I'd spend HOURS with Jerry talking about everything. He loved to laugh. I'll never forget the day Matt Dillon visited his shop. He couldn't wait to show me the picture. I missed the visit by a day. One time, I was interested in a pretty rare find and ready to negotiate but Jerry said, No. I was confused. He said, No, I really like you and I am GIVING this to you. By this time, we had developed a relationship. I never missed a trip to see Jerry when I went to Memphis. I'd spend HOURS there. Sometimes blowing off friends or sneaking away to go shoot the breeze with Jerry. I introd...

Priscilla Presley was recently asked her thoughts about the Black Lives Matter protest that happened at Graceland in August of 2016 which failed to disrupt Elvis Week. Priscilla said, " I feel Black Lives Matter takes the opportunity to send their message wherever there are large gatherings that are getting news worthy publicity."

L - Ugly Elvis aka Michael Shannon  R - GORGEOUS Elvis Presley From the interview : It takes a while for Michael Shannon to bring up Trump. He’s doing interviews for the second film from fashion god-turned-filmmaker Tom Ford. The prolific character actor, who’s in a ton of movies this year alone (please, please see his take on The King in “Elvis & Nixon”). But just like his performances, Shannon is unpredictable. During our chat, he’s prone to loopy jokes and strange stories and, eventually, going off on how America just screwed itself. BIM: Please, Please DON'T!  HIS TAKE, HIS LOOK and his lack of respect for the KING, Elvis Presley is not worth wasting your time or money on!  The box office results proved that no matter what Hollywood says, Elvis fans HATED it! Many fans were not star struck by Shannon at all!  Despite the propaganda and almost brainwashing on Elvis Radio.  Even MORE fans were FURIOUS such a man was chosen to play th...

January 22, 1938 - November 23, 2016 Joe (Joseph Carmine) Esposito passed away peacefully in Calabasas, California, at 78. Joe was born of Italian immigrants in Chicago, Illinois. He was a happy, jovial man who made friends with everyone he met. Often his children were told "Your father is the nicest man I've ever known!" An Italian through and through, he loved to cook and entertain, nurturing family and friends, thriving in the laughter and enjoyment around the table. His playful nature endeared him to many, and he was gifted in reaching out and staying in touch. And, of course, music was a great love¿ Best known as Elvis Presley's road manager and best friend, Joe and Elvis met in the army in 1958, while stationed in Germany. They worked together until Elvis' death in 1977. He also worked with Michael Jackson, The Bee Gees, Karen Carpenter and John Denver. He has written multiple books about his life with Elvis, and was a great source of stories and ...

Joe Esposito, Elvis Presley's road manager and one of his most loyal friends has passed away on November 23, 2016. Joe was not only a longtime and fiercely loyal friend To Elvis Presley, he also was a friend to Elvis' millions of fans around the world. After Elvis' passing, Joe was actively keeping Elvis' legacy alive traveling around the world to Elvis fan club conventions. He was also very active in the media sharing positive stories about the king of Rock n Roll. As well as defending Elvis whenever needed. Joe would go head to head with anyone disrespecting Elvis Presley. We will share some of these on the BackinMemphis Facebook page. Esposito was often a guest at Graceland in Memphis, TN for Elvis Week. Joe has written numerous books on Elvis Presley. All of Joe's books are positive, honest and from the heart. He was also a frequent guest on SiriusXM Elvis Radio sharing Elvis stories.  Joe will truly be missed by millions of Elvis fans who got to know him and ca...