Early Life and Education of Lisa Marie Presley: A Complete Timeline

How education and upbringing influenced the life of Lisa Marie Presley. A timeline of key moments.

Lisa Marie Presley (1968-2023) was an American singer-songwriter and the only child of Elvis and Priscilla Presley. As the sole heir to Elvis's estate, she inherited Graceland and Elvis Presley Enterprises. She released three studio albums: 'To Whom It May Concern' (2003), certified gold, 'Now What' (2005), and 'Storm & Grace' (2012). Presley also released several non-album singles and duets with her father using archival recordings. Her career focused on music, reflecting her lineage and personal artistic expression.

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Full Timeline Early Life & Education Career & Achievements Legacy & Impact

February 1, 1968: Lisa Marie Presley's Birth

On February 1, 1968, Lisa Marie Presley, the only child of Elvis and Priscilla Presley, was born.

1974: First Meeting with Michael Jackson

In 1974, Lisa Marie Presley, then six years old, first met Michael Jackson when she attended his concert at the Sahara Tahoe.

November 1975: Naming of Private Aircraft "Lisa Marie"

In November 1975, Elvis Presley named one of his private aircraft, a converted Convair 880 jet, after his daughter Lisa Marie.

August 1977: Inheritance of Elvis' Estate

In August 1977, after her father Elvis Presley's death, nine-year-old Lisa Marie Presley became a joint heiress to his estate.

1978: Alleged Abuse

Starting in 1978, Lisa Marie Presley alleges that Michael Edwards sexually assaulted her.

1979: Inheritance After Grandfather's Death

In 1979, after the death of her grandfather, Vernon Presley, Lisa Marie Presley inherited a larger portion of Elvis' estate.

1980: Sole Heir to Elvis' Estate

In 1980, after the death of her great-grandmother, Minnie Mae Presley, Lisa Marie Presley became the sole heir to Elvis' estate.

1980: Lisa Marie becomes sole beneficiary

With Minnie Mae Presley's death in 1980, Lisa Marie became the only surviving beneficiary of Elvis Presley's trust.

October 3, 1988: Marriage to Danny Keough

On October 3, 1988, Lisa Marie Presley married Danny Keough at the Scientology Celebrity Centre in Los Angeles.

May 29, 1989: Birth of Riley Keough

On May 29, 1989, Lisa Marie Presley and Danny Keough's daughter, Riley Keough, was born at Saint John's Health Center in Santa Monica, California.

October 21, 1992: Birth of Benjamin Storm Keough

On October 21, 1992, Lisa Marie Presley and Danny Keough's son, Benjamin Storm Keough, was born at Humana Women's Hospital in Tampa, Florida.

1993: Inheritance of Elvis Presley's estate

In 1993, Lisa Marie Presley inherited her father's estate on her 25th birthday, estimated at $100 million due to her mother's stewardship.

1993: Inheritance on 25th Birthday

In 1993, on her 25th birthday, Lisa Marie Presley inherited Elvis' estate, estimated at $100 million.

May 6, 1994: Divorce from Danny Keough

On May 6, 1994, Lisa Marie Presley obtained a quickie divorce from Danny Keough in the Dominican Republic.

May 26, 1994: Marriage to Michael Jackson

On May 26, 1994, Lisa Marie Presley married singer Michael Jackson, 20 days after her divorce from Danny Keough. Keough's younger brother was an official witness at the wedding.

January 1996: Filing for Divorce from Michael Jackson

In January 1996, Lisa Marie Presley filed for divorce from Michael Jackson, citing irreconcilable differences.

October 1997: Opening of LEAP Program

In October 1997, Lisa Marie Presley, along with Isaac Hayes, opened the Literacy, Education and Ability Program (LEAP), run by Applied Scholastics, a group run by Scientologists.

March 2001: Engagement to John Oszajca Broken Off

In March 2001, Lisa Marie Presley broke off her engagement to John Oszajca, about five months after meeting Nicolas Cage.

2001: Opening of Presley Place

In 2001, Presley Place opened to its first residents, providing housing and support for homeless families.

August 10, 2002: Marriage to Nicolas Cage

On August 10, 2002, Lisa Marie Presley married Nicolas Cage in Kamuela, Hawaii.

November 25, 2002: Cage Files for Divorce

On November 25, 2002, Nicolas Cage filed for divorce from Lisa Marie Presley, 107 days after their wedding.

2003: Playboy Interview

In a 2003 interview with Playboy, Lisa Marie Presley spoke about her experiences with Michael Edwards.

May 24, 2004: Divorce from Nicolas Cage Finalized

On May 24, 2004, the divorce between Lisa Marie Presley and Nicolas Cage was finalized.

2004: Sale of Elvis Presley Enterprises

In 2004, Lisa Marie Presley sold 85% of Elvis Presley Enterprises.

2005: Appearance in "Elvis by the Presleys"

In 2005, Lisa Marie Presley appeared in the TV movie 'Elvis by the Presleys', offering the public a glimpse into her personal life.

January 22, 2006: Marriage to Michael Lockwood

On January 22, 2006, Lisa Marie Presley married Michael Lockwood in Kyoto, Japan, with Danny Keough serving as best man.

2007: Formation of Presley Charitable Foundation

In 2007, Lisa Marie Presley formed the Presley Charitable Foundation (PCF).

March 2008: Pregnancy Announcement

In March 2008, Lisa Marie Presley announced that she was pregnant with her husband Michael Lockwood's child.

October 7, 2008: Birth of Twin Daughters

On October 7, 2008, Lisa Marie Presley gave birth to fraternal twin daughters, Harper Vivienne Ann Lockwood and Finley Aaron Love Lockwood, via Caesarean section.

2008: Opioid Prescription After Childbirth

In 2008, Lisa Marie Presley was prescribed opioids following the birth of her twin daughters, which led to dependency.

2008: Growing discontent with Scientology

Lisa Marie Presley had been experiencing growing discontent with Scientology as early as 2008.

2010: Lisa Marie Presley discusses Michael Jackson relationship with Oprah Winfrey

In 2010 Lisa Marie Presley clarified her on-again, off-again relationship with Michael Jackson in an interview with Oprah Winfrey, revealing that she was the last person standing over Michael Jackson's casket.

2010: Move to East Sussex

In 2010, Lisa Marie Presley moved to a manor house in Rotherfield, East Sussex, England.

2011: Patron of The Dream Factory

In 2011, Lisa Marie Presley became a patron of the Dream Factory, a charity based in Hainault, London.

2014: Presley leaves Scientology

Lisa Marie Presley left Scientology in 2014.

2015: Riley Keough marries Ben Smith-Petersen

In 2015, Lisa Marie Presley's daughter, Riley Keough, married Ben Smith-Petersen.

2016: Presley files for divorce from Lockwood

In 2016, Lisa Marie Presley filed for divorce from Michael Lockwood after ten years of marriage.

2016: Amendment to Lisa Marie Presley's estate

In 2016, Lisa Marie Presley made an amendment to her estate, removing Priscilla Presley as trustee and naming her two oldest children.

2016: Continued Residence in East Sussex

In 2016, Lisa Marie Presley was still living in her manor house in Rotherfield, East Sussex, England.

2019: Foreword for Opioid Book

In 2019, Lisa Marie Presley penned the foreword for 'United States of Opioids', publicly acknowledging her struggle with opioid addiction.

May 26, 2021: Divorce from Michael Lockwood Finalized

On May 26, 2021, the divorce between Lisa Marie Presley and Michael Lockwood was finalized.

November 10, 2022: Reincorporation of Presley Charitable Foundation

On November 10, 2022, the Presley Charitable Foundation was reincorporated as The Presley Foundation Inc.

2022: Birth of Tupelo Smith-Petersen

In 2022, Riley Keough and Ben Smith-Petersen welcomed their daughter Tupelo, Lisa Marie Presley's grandchild.

February 13, 2023: Registration as a Public Benefit Foundation

On February 13, 2023, The Presley Foundation Inc. was registered as a public benefit and grantmaking foundation.

2024: Publication of Presley's memoir "From Here to the Great Unknown"

In her memoir, published in 2024, titled "From Here to the Great Unknown", Lisa Marie Presley reflected on her relationship with Michael Jackson, stating "I've never been that happy again."