Elvis 1
Name both sides of the professional record released by Elvis Presley
“Thats All Right” and “Blue moon of Kentucky“
What was so unusual about his first appearance on the Steve Allen show
He Sang ”Hound Dog” to a basset hound named Morgan
“Love Me Tender” wasn’t the original name for his first movie. Do you know the previous title
The Reno Brothers
Extremely shy, Elvis hid out at a movie theatre while his first record was being played on radio stations in 1954. What film was he watching
High Noon
Elvis purchased his first home for $40,000, but later sold it to buy Graceland for his mother. How much did it cost
$100,000
How much money did he earn for his six minute appearance on The Frank Sinatra Show
$125,000
Name his twin brother who died at birth
Jesse Garon
Elvis has his own favorite of all the movies he made. What his that movie
King Creole
Can you name the ranch Elvis purchased in Wall, Mississippi for all his horses
Circle G
One former girlfriend and one former co-star of Elvis’ later became nuns. Can you name both of these women
Yvonne Lime and Dolores Hart
During his Concert performances, Elvis Wore band-aids on his fingers
WHY?
He wore them to keep the fans from ripping his rings off his fingers
Who Were Elvis’ best men
(Hint: He had two)
Marty Lacker and Joe Esposito
For what song did Elvis receive his first gold record
“Heartbreak Hotel”
Name his favorite horse
Rising Sun
What Rank did Elvis hold when he was discharged from the army in 1960
Sergeant Elvis Presley
What is the address of Graceland
3764 Highway 51 South which was later changed to Elvis Presley Blvd.
When was Elvis’ first recording session for RCA
January 10, 1956
Where did he do his basic training once he was inducted into the army
Fort Hood, Texas
For an appearance on The Ed Sullivan Show, Elvis was filmed from the waist up.
WHY?
Because they felt his movements were too suggestive and controversial
What did the TCB with a lighting bolt that all of Elvis’ close friends and family wore symbolize
Taking Care of Business lighting fast
How much did RCA pay Sam Phillips of sun records for Elvis‘ contract
$35,000 with a $5,000 bonus to Elvis
Name one song that was recorded at RCA in 1956
Heartbreak Hotel
‘If I could get a white man to sing like a black man, i‘d make a million bucks.”
Who said this
Sam Phillips, who gave Elvis his first break
Where was Elvis stationed in Germany
Wiesbaden, Germany
How many years were Elvis and Priscilla married
6 years. From May 1, 1967 until late 1973