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Priscilla Presley Reveals Intimate Movie Nights and Struggles with Elvis

Priscilla Presley has shared intimate details of her early years with Elvis Presley, recalling their ritual of late-night private movie screenings at Graceland. She described the challenge of balancing her studies with this routine, often making her late for school. Priscilla also opened up about the emotional difficulties she faced, often confiding in Elvis' grandmother instead of burdening him. Her upcoming memoir, "Softly, As I Leave You," reflects on these memories and what Elvis's life might be like today.

Key Points: Priscilla Presley Reflects on Life with Elvis Presley

  • Private movie screenings at Graceland
  • Marriage lasted from 1967 to 1973
  • Emotional struggles kept private
  • Found solace with Elvis' grandmother
  • Memoir details life after Elvis
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Priscilla Presley reflects on her relationship with Elvis Presley

Priscilla Presley shares candid memories of late-night movies with Elvis at Graceland and the emotional challenges of their marriage.

"We would have dinner about 10 pm every night, and sometimes we would see one, two, three, four movies all night. - Priscilla Presley"

Washington, February 20

Priscilla Presley has offered a candid glimpse into her early romance with Elvis Presley, recalling how the couple spent their nights immersed in movies at Graceland.

According to People magazine, speaking at the Center for Family Services PBC 27th Annual Old Bags Luncheon at The Breakers in Palm Beach, Florida, the actress, businesswoman and producer reflected on her relationship with Elvis Presley during their formative years together. The pair were married from 1967 to 1973.

"We saw a lot of movies," said Priscilla, describing how theatres would call them directly to arrange private screenings.

"We saw [them] first," she said, as quoted by People magazine.

According to her, movie nights became a near-daily ritual. "We would have dinner about 10 pm every night, and sometimes we would see one, two, three, four movies all night," she shared.

The late-night routine often came at a cost. "I was always late for school, I'm sure," she added, referring to balancing her studies while navigating a high-profile relationship.

Priscilla also spoke about the emotional challenges she faced at the time. With Elvis' demanding career, she said she often kept her struggles to herself. "I dealt with it. You know, I had to," she explained, adding, "I was struggling, to be honest," as quoted by People magazine.

Not wanting to burden the 'Burning Love' singer, she found comfort in conversations with his grandmother.

"I would be with grandma and we would talk and laugh, and she would tell me all her stories about when she was growing up, what she did and how she was very close with Elvis' mother," Priscilla recalled.

Speaking about her 2025 memoir, 'Softly, As I Leave You: Life After Elvis', Priscilla reflected on what Elvis, who died on August 16, 1977, at the age of 42, might be doing today.

"I think he'd be doing the same thing in life- singing and touring. He loved it," she said, as quoted by People magazine.

Priscilla noted that writing the book took more than 11 months. "You remember a lot of things... A lot of remembering wonderful times and difficult times- and you're reliving your life," she said.

- ANI

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Rohit P
Elvis's music is timeless! My dad still plays his records. Interesting to know he was such a movie buff. Private screenings at Graceland... that's next-level celebrity life. 🎬 Wonder which Hindi films they might have enjoyed if they had the chance!
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Ananya R
The part about finding solace with his grandmother is so relatable. In our culture too, grandparents are the best listeners and keepers of family stories. It's sweet she had that support system. Fame can be very lonely.
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David E
While it's a charming anecdote, the article glosses over the significant age gap when they met and the power dynamics. It's important to view these "glamorous" stories from the past with a critical, modern lens. Respect to Priscilla for her honesty about the difficult times.
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Karthik V
Dinner at 10 PM and movies all night? That's the life! 😄 But seriously, it shows how isolated their world was. Reminds me of our Bollywood stars who also live in a bubble, shielded from the public. Writing a memoir after all these years must be cathartic.
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Sarah B
"I dealt with it. You know, I had to." That line hits hard. So many women, everywhere, feel that pressure to silently manage their struggles. Glad she's telling her story now. Looking forward to reading her book.

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