Once upon a time, Priscilla Presley was Hollywood royalty. As the widow of Elvis himself and the keeper of Graceland’s flame. But these days, things are looking a little less glamorous. The 80-year-old star has been spotted dragging herself from one low-energy meet-and-greet to another. She’s hustling copies of her latest memoir to half-empty rooms. It’s not exactly the kind of tour fans expected from someone who once ruled the world beside the King.
At a recent New Jersey event meant to promote Softly, As I Leave You: Life After Elvis, Priscilla reportedly greeted a modest crowd that barely filled the room. Fans who attended said the turnout and the vibe felt awkwardly subdued. According to Globe Magazine insiders, one attendee noted that the $117 ticket price didn’t seem worth it, given how weary and disconnected Priscilla appeared.
“It was not packed at all,” reports an insider, who shelled out $117 to attend the promo event for Priscilla’s latest book. “There were a lot of empty seats. I would say maybe only 100 people showed up.”
Behind the scenes, it’s no secret that Presley’s been battling lawsuits. As well as money issues, and family drama. Everything from former business partners suing over unpaid debts to bitter court fights with granddaughter Riley Keough. Even with her reported $10 million net worth, sources say Priscilla’s lifestyle hasn’t slowed down. Which might explain the sudden burst of paid appearances.
While Priscilla Presley insists she’s doing fine, fans are starting to lose patience. Many believe she’s gone too far in her quest to stay relevant. Especially with her memoir spilling deeply personal stories about Elvis and Lisa Marie, who can no longer defend themselves. Social media comments have turned increasingly critical, accusing her of “milking” the Presley legacy for sympathy and profit.
Fans Say They’ve Had Enough of the Presley Exploitation
The timing isn’t helping. Between her lawsuits and lingering family tensions, Priscilla Presley’s decision to go on what feels like a “cash grab” book tour is rubbing even longtime fans the wrong way. “It’s one thing to honor your legacy,” one commenter griped, “but it’s another to sell it piece by piece.”
Despite the backlash, Priscilla shows no signs of slowing down. She continues to make the rounds, smiling for photos and brushing off gossip about her fractured family ties. She even told fans that things with Riley are “fine.” Though many doubt that’s the full story.
For now, the once-revered Queen of Graceland seems determined to keep her place in the public eye. Even if it means turning her life and her late husband’s memory into a never-ending business deal.
Priscilla Presley may claim it’s all about sharing her truth, but to many watching from the sidelines, it looks more like a desperate scramble to stay relevant and solvent. Whether it’s to pay off debts, chase attention, or simply hold onto the fading glow of the Presley name. However,the “soft” goodbye in her book’s title doesn’t seem to apply to her time in the spotlight.
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