Career Timeline of Priscilla Presley: Major Achievements and Milestones

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Priscilla Presley

Discover the career path of Priscilla Presley, from the first major opportunity to industry-changing achievements.

Priscilla Presley is an American actress and businesswoman, best known as the ex-wife of Elvis Presley. She co-founded Elvis Presley Enterprises (EPE) and transformed Graceland into a major tourist destination. As an actress, she starred in the Naked Gun film series alongside Leslie Nielsen and played Jenna Wade in the television series Dallas.

1968: Elvis's Career Revival and Marital Challenges

Following Elvis's 1968 television special, his career took off again, leading to constant touring and affairs, while Priscilla stayed home to care for their daughter, causing marital challenges.

1973: Priscilla Opened Bis & Beau Clothing Boutique

In 1973, Priscilla, following her separation from her husband, set up a clothing boutique in Los Angeles called Bis & Beau with her friend and stylist Olivia Bis.

1976: Closure of Bis & Beau

In 1976, Priscilla's clothing boutique, Bis & Beau, closed its doors.

1979: Priscilla Assumed Role as Executor of Elvis's Estate

Following Vernon Presley's death in 1979, Priscilla assumed the role of executor of Elvis's estate.

1980: Television Debut

In 1980, Priscilla Presley made her television debut as co-host of Those Amazing Animals.

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June 7, 1982: Graceland Opened to the Public

On June 7, 1982, Graceland was opened to the public as a tourist attraction under Priscilla's guidance, successfully revitalizing Elvis's estate.

1983: First Acting Role

In 1983, Priscilla Presley had her first professional acting role on The Fall Guy in the episode titled "Manhunter".

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1985: Declined Bond Girl Role

In 1985, Priscilla Presley was offered the role of Stacey Sutton in "A View to a Kill" but declined it due to scheduling conflicts.

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1988: Fragrance Launch

In 1988, Priscilla Presley launched her first fragrance called Moments.

1988: The Naked Gun Release

In 1988, Priscilla Presley starred in "The Naked Gun: From the Files of Police Squad!" as Jane Spencer.

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1988: Departure from Dallas

In 1988, after five years, Priscilla Presley left the soap opera Dallas, where she played Jenna Wade.

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1990: The Adventures of Ford Fairlane Release

In 1990, Priscilla Presley acted in "The Adventures of Ford Fairlane" with Andrew Dice Clay.

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1991: The Naked Gun 2½ Release

In 1991, Priscilla Presley acted in "The Naked Gun 2½: The Smell of Fear".

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1993: Perfume Release

In 1993, Priscilla Presley released a perfume called Experiences.

1994: The Naked Gun 33⅓ Release

In 1994, Priscilla Presley acted in "Naked Gun 33⅓: The Final Insult".

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1996: Perfume Release

In 1996, Priscilla Presley released a perfume called Indian Summer.

1998: Perfume Release

In 1998, Priscilla Presley released a perfume called Roses and More.

September 2000: Election to MGM Board

In September 2000, Priscilla Presley was elected to the board of directors at Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer.

2003: Dream Foundation Ambassador

Since 2003, Priscilla Presley has been the Ambassador of the Dream Foundation, a Santa Barbara-based wish-granting organization.

2006: Bed Linens Debut & Narconon Inauguration

In 2006, Priscilla Presley debuted her worldwide line of bed linens called the Priscilla Presley Collection in Sydney, Australia. She also helped inaugurate Narconon's Stonehawk Rehabilitation Center in Michigan in 2006.

2012: Pantomime Debut

In 2012, Priscilla Presley made her pantomime debut in "Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs" at the New Wimbledon Theatre in London.

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2013: Opposing Agricultural Gag Law

In 2013, Priscilla Presley spoke out against an agricultural gag law that would criminalize unauthorized filming on farms, expressing concerns about animal cruelty investigations in a letter to Tennessee Governor Bill Haslam.

2014: Reprising Role in Snow White

In 2014, Priscilla Presley reprised her role of the Wicked Queen in Snow White at the Manchester Opera House.

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2015: Executive Producer & Stamp Dedication

In 2015, Priscilla Presley became the executive producer of the album "If I Can Dream: Elvis Presley With the Royal Philharmonic Orchestra". Also in 2015, she dedicated an Elvis "forever" stamp with the U.S. Postmaster General Megan Brennan.

August 16, 2019: Agent Elvis Announcement

On August 16, 2019, it was announced that Priscilla Presley, John Eddie, and Sony Pictures would create and produce "Agent Elvis", a Netflix adult animated series.

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June 15, 2022: Agent Elvis Teaser Release

On June 15, 2022, the first teaser for the "Agent Elvis" series was published on the official Elvis Instagram account.

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