Elvis Aaron (or Aron) Presley (January 8, 1935 – August 16, 1977) was an American musician and actor. A cultural icon, he is widely known by the single name Elvis. He is often referred to as the "King of Rock and Roll" or simply "the King".
Born in Tupelo, Mississippi, Presley at the age of 13 moved with his family to Memphis, Tennessee. He began his career there in 1954 when Sun Records owner Sam Phillips, eager to bring the sound of African Ame...
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Date of birth:
- Jan 8, 1935
Date of death:
- Aug 16, 1977 (age 42 years)
Place of birth:
Place Musical Career Began:
Musical Genres:
- Gospel music ,
- Rockabilly ,
- Rock music ,
- Country ,
- Blues ,
- Rhythm and blues ,
- Country rock ,
- Pop music ,
- Christian music
Also known as:
- The King,
- Elvis,
- Elvis Aron Presley,
- The King of Rock 'n' Roll
