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 her father's estate, she inherited Graceland. She released three studio albums: *To Whom It May Concern* (2003), which achieved gold certification, *Now What* (2005), and *Storm & Grace* (2012). She also released non-album singles, sometimes featuring duets with her father through archival recordings. Presley was also known for her marriage to Michael Jackson in the mid-1990s.

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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 daughter of Elvis Presley and Priscilla Presley, was born. She later became a singer-songwriter and the sole heir to her father's estate.

1974: First meeting Michael Jackson

In 1974, six-year-old Lisa Marie Presley first met Michael Jackson at his concert at the Sahara Tahoe.

November 1975: Lisa Marie Aircraft Named

In November 1975, Elvis Presley named one of his private aircraft, a converted Convair 880 jet, after his daughter Lisa Marie. He spent over $1 million refurbishing it for his tours. The Lisa Marie aircraft, along with another plane, Hound Dog II, are now exhibited at Graceland.

August 1977: Inheritance of Elvis' Estate

In August 1977, following the death of her father, Elvis Presley, Lisa Marie Presley became a joint heiress to his estate at the age of nine.

August 16, 1977: Death of Elvis Presley

On August 16, 1977, Elvis Presley died at Graceland. His will appointed his father, Vernon Presley, as executor and trustee, with Lisa Marie as a beneficiary.

1978: Alleged Assault

Lisa Marie Presley stated that Michael Edwards sexually assaulted her starting in 1978.

1979: Vernon Presley's Death

In 1979, Vernon Presley, Elvis Presley's father and the executor and trustee of his will, passed away. Priscilla Presley was then named as one of the trustees.

1979: Inheritance After Grandfather's Death

In 1979, following the death of her grandfather Vernon Presley, Lisa Marie Presley became heiress to Elvis' estate along with her great-grandmother.

1980: Minnie Mae Presley's Death

In 1980, Minnie Mae Presley, Elvis Presley's grandmother and one of the beneficiaries of his will, passed away. Lisa Marie became the only surviving beneficiary.

1980: Sole Heir of Elvis' Estate

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

October 3, 1988: Marriage to Danny Keough

On October 3, 1988, Lisa Marie Presley married Chicago-born musician and actor Danny Keough at the Scientology Celebrity Centre in Los Angeles, after dating for three years. Their honeymoon took place on a cruise ship owned by the Church of Scientology.

May 29, 1989: Birth of daughter Riley Keough

On May 29, 1989, Lisa Marie Presley and Danny Keough welcomed their first child, a daughter named Riley Keough, who was born at Saint John's Health Center in Santa Monica, California.

October 21, 1992: Birth of son Benjamin Storm Keough

On October 21, 1992, Lisa Marie Presley and Danny Keough had their second child, a son named Benjamin Storm Keough, who was born at Humana Women's Hospital in Tampa, Florida. His birth was conducted following the Church of Scientology's practice of "Silent birth".

November 1992: Beginning of adult friendship with Michael Jackson

In November 1992, Lisa Marie Presley and Michael Jackson began their adult friendship in Los Angeles.

1993: Inheritance of Elvis Presley's Estate

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

1993: Inheritance of Estate

In 1993, on her 25th birthday, Lisa Marie Presley inherited her father's estate, which had grown to an estimated $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, just 20 days after her divorce from Danny Keough. Danny Keough's younger brother, Thomas Keough, was an official witness at their wedding.

January 1996: Filing for divorce from Michael Jackson

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

May 1999: Meeting and Engagement to John Oszajca

In May 1999, Lisa Marie Presley met musician John Oszajca and became engaged to him two days before Christmas.

March 2001: Breaking off Engagement to John Oszajca

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

August 10, 2002: Marriage to Nicolas Cage

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

November 25, 2002: Nicolas Cage files for divorce

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

2003: Playboy Interview

In 2003, Lisa Marie Presley gave an interview to Playboy where she spoke about Michael Edwards being sexually inappropriate with her.

May 24, 2004: Finalization of divorce from Nicolas Cage

On May 24, 2004, Lisa Marie Presley's divorce from Nicolas Cage was finalized.

2004: Sale of Elvis Presley Enterprises

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

January 22, 2006: Marriage to Michael Lockwood

On January 22, 2006, Lisa Marie Presley married Michael Lockwood, her guitarist, music producer, and director, in Kyoto, Japan. Danny Keough served as best man at the wedding.

March 2008: Pregnancy Announcement

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

October 7, 2008: Birth of Twin Daughters

On October 7, 2008, Lisa Marie Presley gave birth to fraternal twin girls, Harper Vivienne Ann Lockwood and Finley Aaron Love Lockwood, via Caesarean section, at Los Robles Hospital & Medical Center in Thousand Oaks, California.

2008: Discontent with Scientology

As early as 2008, Lisa Marie Presley was experiencing growing discontent with the Church of Scientology.

2009: Presley's reaction to Michael Jackson's Death

In 2009, Lisa Marie Presley was reported to have "felt shattered" after Michael Jackson's death at the age of 50.

2010: Residence in East Sussex

Between 2010 and 2016, Lisa Marie Presley resided in a 15th-century manor house in Rotherfield, East Sussex, England.

2010: Presley clarifies relationship with Jackson in Oprah interview

In 2010, during an interview with Oprah Winfrey, Lisa Marie Presley clarified aspects of her relationship with Michael Jackson, including their attempts to reconcile after their divorce and her intense feelings for him. She also stated that she was the last person standing over his casket.

2014: Presley leaves Scientology

In 2014, Lisa Marie Presley left the Church of Scientology, though she had been experiencing growing discontent with the organization as early as 2008.

2014: Presley's reflections on her relationship with Michael Jackson

In 2014, Lisa Marie Presley reflected on her relationship with Michael Jackson in an interview with The Sydney Morning Herald, attributing their divorce to external influences and interference.

2015: Riley Keough's marriage

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

2016: End of residence in East Sussex

Between 2010 and 2016, Lisa Marie Presley resided in a 15th-century manor house in Rotherfield, East Sussex, England.

2016: Filing for Divorce from Michael Lockwood

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

2016: Amendment to Lisa Marie's Estate

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

February 2017: Children placed in Priscilla Presley's temporary care

In February 2017, Lisa Marie Presley and Michael Lockwood's children were placed in the temporary care of Priscilla Presley, following allegations of inappropriate images of children found on Lockwood's computer. An investigation was conducted, and the case was later closed due to lack of evidence.

July 12, 2020: Death of Benjamin Keough

On July 12, 2020, Lisa Marie Presley's son, Benjamin Keough, died at the age of 27 in Calabasas, California, from a self-inflicted gunshot wound, ruled as a suicide. His death deeply affected Presley.

2020: Death of Benjamin Keough

In 2020, Lisa Marie Presley's son Benjamin Keough died by suicide, leaving Riley as sole trustee of her estate.

May 26, 2021: Finalization of divorce from Michael Lockwood

On May 26, 2021, Lisa Marie Presley's divorce from Michael Lockwood was finalized.

2022: Birth of Lisa Marie Presley's grandchild Tupelo

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

2024: Publication of Presley's memoir

In 2024, Lisa Marie Presley's memoir, "From Here to the Great Unknown", was published, in which she stated she "never been that happy again" after her time with Michael Jackson.