Lasting Legacy of Lisa Marie Presley: A Look at the Influence on History
A detailed timeline of the impact and legacy of Lisa Marie Presley across different fields.
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.
1969: Elvis Originally Records 'In the Ghetto'
In 1969, Elvis Presley originally recorded the song "In the Ghetto", which his daughter Lisa Marie Presley would later release as a virtual duet with him in 2007.
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.
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.
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.
August 16, 1997: Tribute Concert and Posthumous Duet
On August 16, 1997, at a tribute concert marking the 20th anniversary of Elvis' death, Lisa Marie Presley presented a posthumous duet video of "Don't Cry Daddy" with her father.
1998: Increased Involvement in Elvis Presley Trust Management
In 1998, Lisa Marie Presley became more closely involved in the management of the Elvis Presley Trust and its business entity, Elvis Presley Enterprises, Inc.
2004: Sale of Elvis Presley Enterprises
In 2004, Lisa Marie Presley sold 85% of Elvis Presley Enterprises.
February 2005: Sale of Business Holdings to CKX, Inc.
In February 2005, Lisa Marie Presley sold 85 percent of Elvis Presley Enterprises' business holdings to CKX, Inc., excluding Graceland itself and the property within it.
August 2007: Release of Virtual Duet with Elvis
In August 2007, Lisa Marie Presley released "In the Ghetto" as a virtual duet with her father, Elvis Presley, to commemorate the 30th anniversary of his death. Proceeds benefited a Presley Place Transitional Housing Campus in New Orleans.
February 2012: Opening of "Elvis ... Through His Daughter's Eyes" exhibit
In February 2012, Lisa Marie Presley opened a new exhibit, "Elvis ... Through His Daughter's Eyes" which is included in the Graceland VIP Tour.
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.
2018: Duet with Elvis on Gospel Compilation
In 2018, Lisa Marie Presley was featured on the title track of the compilation album 'Where No One Stands Alone', a collection of her father's gospel songs. She sang a reworked duet with him on the title track.
2020: Death of Benjamin Keough
In 2020, Benjamin Keough died by suicide, leaving Riley Keough as the sole trustee of Lisa Marie Presley's estate.
January 12, 2023: Lisa Marie Presley's Death
On January 12, 2023, Lisa Marie Presley died, leaving behind a legacy as a singer and songwriter and the sole heir to her father's estate.
August 16, 2024: Arrest in Graceland Fraud Scheme
On August 16, 2024, Lisa Jeanine Findley was arrested in Missouri for a scheme to illegally force the sale of Graceland using fraudulent claims about Presley owing money.
October 8, 2024: Release of Posthumous Memoir
On October 8, 2024, 'From Here to the Great Unknown', Lisa Marie Presley's memoir completed by her daughter Riley Keough, was released.
October 2024: Release of Posthumous Memoir
In October 2024, Lisa Marie Presley's memoir, 'From Here to the Great Unknown,' was released posthumously.
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."
