"Lisa Marie Presley, solely inheriting her father Elvis Presley's estate, was a prominent American singer-songwriter. Her career boasted three studio albums: 'To Whom It May Concern' (certified gold), 'Now What,' and 'Storm & Grace.' Beyond albums, she released singles, some featuring duets with her father using archived recordings.
February 1, 1968: Birth of Lisa Marie Presley
On February 1, 1968, Lisa Marie Presley was born. She was the only child of singer and actor Elvis Presley and actress Priscilla Presley.
1969: Original Release of "In the Ghetto"
Elvis Presley originally released the single "In the Ghetto" in 1969.
1974: Lisa Marie Presley and Michael Jackson's First Meeting
Lisa Marie Presley and Michael Jackson met for the first time in 1974 when Presley, six years old at the time, attended Jackson's concert at the Sahara Tahoe.
November 1975: Elvis Presley Names Private Jet After Lisa Marie
Elvis Presley named one of his private planes, a refurbished Convair 880 jet, after his daughter Lisa Marie in November 1975.
August 1977: Passing of Elvis Presley and Inheritance
Following the death of her father, Elvis Presley, in August 1977, nine-year-old Lisa Marie Presley became a joint heir to his estate.
August 16, 1977: Elvis Presley's Will Names Beneficiaries
Following Elvis Presley's death on August 16, 1977, his will designated his father, Vernon, as the executor, with Vernon, Elvis's grandmother Minnie Mae, and Lisa Marie as beneficiaries.
1979: Priscilla Presley Becomes a Trustee of Elvis Presley's Estate
After Vernon Presley's death in 1979, Priscilla Presley, Elvis's former wife, was appointed as one of the three trustees of his estate.
1979: Death of Vernon Presley
Lisa Marie Presley's grandfather, Vernon Presley, passed away in 1979.
1980: Lisa Marie Presley Becomes Sole Beneficiary of Elvis Presley's Estate
With the passing of Minnie Mae Presley in 1980, Lisa Marie Presley became the sole surviving beneficiary of Elvis Presley's estate.
1980: Death of Minnie Mae Presley
Lisa Marie Presley's great-grandmother, Minnie Mae Presley, passed away in 1980.
October 3, 1988: Lisa Marie Presley Marries Danny Keough
On October 3, 1988, Lisa Marie Presley married musician Danny Keough at the Scientology Celebrity Centre in Los Angeles.
May 29, 1989: Birth of Riley Keough
Riley Keough, daughter of Lisa Marie Presley and Danny Keough, was born on May 29, 1989, in Santa Monica, California.
October 21, 1992: Birth of Benjamin Storm Keough
On October 21, 1992, Benjamin Storm Keough, son of Lisa Marie Presley and Danny Keough, was born in Tampa, Florida.
November 1992: Lisa Marie Presley and Michael Jackson's Friendship Begins
Lisa Marie Presley and Michael Jackson's adult friendship began in November 1992 in Los Angeles.
1993: Lisa Marie Presley Inherits Elvis Presley's Estate
On her 25th birthday in 1993, Lisa Marie Presley inherited her father's estate, which had been carefully managed by her mother and was estimated to be worth around $100 million.
1993: Inheritance of Elvis Presley's Estate
On her 25th birthday in 1993, Lisa Marie Presley inherited the estate of her father, Elvis Presley, which had grown to an estimated $100 million.
May 6, 1994: Lisa Marie Presley and Danny Keough Divorce
Lisa Marie Presley and Danny Keough divorced in the Dominican Republic on May 6, 1994.
May 26, 1994: Lisa Marie Presley Marries Michael Jackson
Twenty days after her divorce from Danny Keough, Lisa Marie Presley married singer Michael Jackson on May 26, 1994.
June 1995: Lisa Marie Presley Appears in Michael Jackson's "You Are Not Alone" Music Video
In June 1995, Lisa Marie Presley appeared in the music video for Michael Jackson's song "You Are Not Alone," directed by Wayne Isham.
January 1996: Lisa Marie Presley Files for Divorce from Michael Jackson
Citing irreconcilable differences, Lisa Marie Presley filed for divorce from Michael Jackson in January 1996.
August 16, 1997: Release of "Don't Cry Daddy" Duet
On August 16, 1997, a video featuring a posthumous duet of Lisa Marie Presley and her father, Elvis Presley, for the song "Don't Cry Daddy" was presented at a tribute concert commemorating the 20th anniversary of Elvis's death.
October 1997: Lisa Marie Presley and Isaac Hayes Launch LEAP Program
In October 1997, Lisa Marie Presley and Isaac Hayes started the Literacy, Education and Ability Program (LEAP), managed by the Scientology-affiliated Applied Scholastics.
1998: Lisa Marie Presley Assumes More Active Role in Elvis Presley Trust
In 1998, Lisa Marie Presley took on a more active role in overseeing the Elvis Presley Trust and its business entity, Elvis Presley Enterprises, Inc., becoming the owner and chairman of the board.
May 1999: Lisa Marie Presley Meets John Oszajca
Lisa Marie Presley met musician John Oszajca in May 1999.
March 2001: Lisa Marie Presley Breaks Off Engagement with John Oszajca
Lisa Marie Presley ended her engagement with John Oszajca in March 2001.
2001: Opening of Presley Place for Homeless Families
In 2001, Presley Place, a project funded by the Presley Charitable Foundation, opened its doors to provide rent-free housing and support services to homeless families.
January 5, 2002: Lisa Marie Presley Receives Humanitarian Award
On January 5, 2002, Lisa Marie Presley was given the Humanitarian Award by the World Literacy Crusade, an organization supported by the Church of Scientology.
August 10, 2002: Lisa Marie Presley Marries Nicolas Cage
Lisa Marie Presley married Nicolas Cage in Kamuela, Hawaii, on August 10, 2002.
November 25, 2002: Nicolas Cage Files for Divorce from Lisa Marie Presley
Nicolas Cage filed for divorce from Lisa Marie Presley on November 25, 2002.
April 8, 2003: Release of "To Whom It May Concern"
Lisa Marie Presley's debut album, "To Whom It May Concern," was released on April 8, 2003, and reached No. 5 on the Billboard 200 albums chart.
May 22, 2003: Performance at VH1 Divas Duets
On May 22, 2003, Lisa Marie Presley took the stage with Pat Benatar for a performance at the VH1 Divas Duets concert held in Las Vegas.
June 2003: "To Whom It May Concern" Certified Gold
In June 2003, Lisa Marie Presley's debut album, "To Whom It May Concern," was certified gold.
2003: Lisa Marie Presley Comments on Relationship with Danny Keough
In 2003, Lisa Marie Presley clarified that she and her ex-husband Danny Keough were not planning to remarry, but emphasized their close friendship.
2003: Release of "To Whom It May Concern"
In 2003, Lisa Marie Presley released her debut album, "To Whom It May Concern."
2003: Interview with Playboy
In 2003, Lisa Marie Presley revealed in a Playboy interview that Michael Edwards, her mother's boyfriend after Elvis' death, had been sexually inappropriate with her during her childhood.
May 24, 2004: Lisa Marie Presley and Nicolas Cage's Divorce Finalized
The divorce between Lisa Marie Presley and Nicolas Cage was finalized on May 24, 2004.
2004: Sale of Elvis Presley's Estate
In 2004, Lisa Marie Presley made the decision to sell 85 percent of her father's estate.
February 2005: Lisa Marie Presley Sells Majority Stake in Elvis Presley Enterprises
In February 2005, Lisa Marie Presley sold 85% of the business holdings of Elvis Presley Enterprises, Inc. to CKX, Inc., but retained ownership of Graceland.
April 5, 2005: Release of "Now What"
"Now What," Lisa Marie Presley's second album, debuted on April 5, 2005, securing the No. 9 spot on the Billboard 200 albums chart.
October 22, 2005: Lisa Marie Presley Presents Award to Isaac Hayes at Memphis Recording Academy Honors
On October 22, 2005, Lisa Marie Presley participated in the Memphis Recording Academy Honors where she presented a special award to musician Isaac Hayes.
November 11, 2005: Lisa Marie Presley Participates in Grammy SoundCheck
On November 11, 2005, Lisa Marie Presley joined other music professionals at the Grammy SoundCheck event in Los Angeles to discuss career opportunities in the music industry with students.
2005: Lisa Marie Presley Appears in "Elvis by the Presleys" TV Movie
In 2005, Lisa Marie Presley provided a glimpse into her life through an appearance in the television movie "Elvis by the Presleys."
2005: Release of "Now What"
Lisa Marie Presley's second album, "Now What," was released in 2005.
2005: Danny Keough Plays in Lisa Marie Presley's Band
In 2005, Danny Keough, Lisa Marie Presley's ex-husband, became a bass guitar player in her band and continued to be a close friend and musical mentor.
January 22, 2006: Lisa Marie Presley Marries Michael Lockwood
On January 22, 2006, Lisa Marie Presley married her fourth husband, Michael Lockwood, in Kyoto, Japan, with Danny Keough serving as best man.
2006: Appearance in Johnny Cash's "God's Gonna Cut You Down" Music Video
In 2006, Lisa Marie Presley appeared in the music video for Johnny Cash's song "God's Gonna Cut You Down."
2006: Appearance in "Too Tough to Die: A Tribute to Johnny Ramone"
Lisa Marie Presley made an appearance in the 2006 documentary "Too Tough to Die: A Tribute to Johnny Ramone."
August 2007: Release of "In the Ghetto" Duet
August 2007 marked the release of Lisa Marie Presley's duet with her late father, Elvis Presley, for his 1969 single "In the Ghetto."
2007: Establishment of the Presley Charitable Foundation
Lisa Marie Presley founded the Presley Charitable Foundation (PCF) in 2007.
March 2008: Lisa Marie Presley Announces Pregnancy
In March 2008, Lisa Marie Presley announced she was pregnant with her fourth husband, Michael Lockwood's, child.
October 7, 2008: Lisa Marie Presley Gives Birth to Twin Daughters
Lisa Marie Presley gave birth to twin daughters via Caesarean section on October 7, 2008, at Los Robles Hospital & Medical Center in Thousand Oaks, California.
2008: Grammy Award for "God's Gonna Cut You Down" Music Video
The music video for Johnny Cash's "God's Gonna Cut You Down," in which Lisa Marie Presley appeared, won a Grammy Award in 2008 for Best Short Form Music Video.
2008: Lisa Marie Presley's Opioid Dependency Begins
Lisa Marie Presley's opioid dependency started in 2008 after being prescribed opioids following the birth of her twin daughters.
2008: Lisa Marie Presley Experiences Discontent with Scientology
Around 2008, Lisa Marie Presley began experiencing a growing sense of dissatisfaction with the Church of Scientology, which eventually led to her departure in 2014.
October 2009: Collaboration with Richard Hawley
In October 2009, Lisa Marie Presley joined singer Richard Hawley on stage in London.
2009: Lisa Marie Presley "Shattered" by Michael Jackson's Death
Following Michael Jackson's death in 2009, Lisa Marie Presley was reportedly "shattered."
October 2010: Lisa Marie Presley Reveals Reconciliation Attempts with Michael Jackson
During an interview with Oprah Winfrey in October 2010, Lisa Marie Presley disclosed that she and Michael Jackson had attempted to reconcile for four years following their divorce.
2010: Lisa Marie Presley Resides in East Sussex, England
Between 2010 and 2016, Lisa Marie Presley lived in Rotherfield, East Sussex, England, in a 15th-century manor house.
June 24, 2011: Tennessee Governor Honors Lisa Marie Presley for Charitable Work
On June 24, 2011, Tennessee Governor Bill Haslam officially recognized Lisa Marie Presley's charitable efforts with a day of recognition.
June 28, 2011: City of Memphis Honors Lisa Marie Presley for Philanthropy
On June 28, 2011, the city of Memphis presented Lisa Marie Presley with a proclamation acknowledging her philanthropic contributions.
2011: Planned Album Release
Lisa Marie Presley had planned to release a new album in 2011, as mentioned in an interview with Oprah Winfrey.
2011: Lisa Marie Presley's Involvement with the Dream Factory
In 2011, Lisa Marie Presley became a patron of the Dream Factory, a charity based in London that grants wishes for terminally ill children. Her involvement began after attending their Snowball event.
February 2012: "Elvis ... Through His Daughter's Eyes" Exhibit Opens at Graceland
In February 2012, a new exhibit curated by Lisa Marie Presley, titled "Elvis ... Through His Daughter's Eyes," was opened at Graceland, featuring 200 items from her personal collection and the Graceland Archives.
May 15, 2012: Release of "Storm & Grace"
On May 15, 2012, Lisa Marie Presley released her third album, "Storm & Grace," marking a departure from her previous work with a more rootsy and organic sound.
2012: Release of "Storm & Grace"
In 2012, Lisa Marie Presley released her third studio album titled "Storm & Grace."
2014: Lisa Marie Presley Departs from Scientology
Lisa Marie Presley left the Church of Scientology in 2014, following a period of growing disillusionment with the organization since around 2008.
2016: Lisa Marie Presley Files for Divorce from Michael Lockwood
In 2016, Lisa Marie Presley filed for divorce from Michael Lockwood after ten years of marriage.
2016: Lisa Marie Presley Makes Amendment to Estate Plan
In 2016, Lisa Marie Presley modified her estate plan, removing her mother, Priscilla, as a trustee and designating her two eldest children as trustees.
2016: End of Lisa Marie Presley's Residence in East Sussex
Lisa Marie Presley's time living in a 15th-century manor house in Rotherfield, East Sussex, England, came to an end in 2016.
February 2017: Lisa Marie Presley's Children Placed in Priscilla Presley's Care
In February 2017, Lisa Marie Presley's children were placed in the temporary care of Priscilla Presley amidst a divorce and allegations against Lockwood.
2018: Duet on "Where No One Stands Alone"
In 2018, Lisa Marie Presley was featured on the title track of "Where No One Stands Alone," a compilation album of her father Elvis Presley's gospel songs.
2019: Lisa Marie Presley Writes Foreword for "United States of Opioids"
In 2019, Lisa Marie Presley publicly addressed her struggle with opioid addiction in the foreword of the book "United States of Opioids: A Prescription for Liberating a Nation in Pain."
July 12, 2020: Death of Benjamin Keough
On July 12, 2020, Lisa Marie Presley's son, Benjamin Keough, died by suicide in Calabasas, California, at 27.
2020: Lisa Marie Presley's Son, Benjamin Keough, Dies
Tragically, in 2020, Lisa Marie Presley's son, Benjamin Keough, died by suicide, resulting in Riley Keough becoming the sole trustee of the estate.
May 26, 2021: Lisa Marie Presley's Divorce from Michael Lockwood is Finalized
On May 26, 2021, Lisa Marie Presley's divorce from Michael Lockwood was finalized after a lengthy and contentious legal battle.
November 10, 2022: Reincorporation of the Presley Charitable Foundation
On November 10, 2022, the Presley Charitable Foundation (PCF) was reincorporated as The Presley Foundation Inc.
January 12, 2023: Death of Lisa Marie Presley
Lisa Marie Presley passed away on January 12, 2023.
February 13, 2023: The Presley Foundation Inc. Registered as Public Benefit and Grantmaking Foundation
On February 13, 2023, The Presley Foundation Inc., formerly the Presley Charitable Foundation, was officially registered as a public benefit and grantmaking foundation.
January 2024: Revelation of Lisa Marie Presley's Memoir Tapes and Publication Plans
In January 2024, Riley Keough revealed the existence of audio tapes recorded by her mother, Lisa Marie Presley, for a memoir. Keough completed the book based on these tapes after Presley's death, and Random House confirmed their plans to publish it.
October 15, 2024: Release of Lisa Marie Presley's Memoir
On October 15, 2024, Random House is scheduled to publish Lisa Marie Presley's memoir, which she began recording before her death. The memoir, narrated by her daughter Riley Keough, will also include unheard recollections from Presley herself.