Lisa Marie Presley death – latest: Nicolas Cage ‘heartbroken’ by ‘devastating news’ of ex-wife’s passing
Elvis and Priscilla Presley’s only child died at a Los Angeles hospital after suffering a medical emergency at home, the family said
Your support helps us to tell the story
From reproductive rights to climate change to Big Tech, The Independent is on the ground when the story is developing. Whether it's investigating the financials of Elon Musk's pro-Trump PAC or producing our latest documentary, 'The A Word', which shines a light on the American women fighting for reproductive rights, we know how important it is to parse out the facts from the messaging.
At such a critical moment in US history, we need reporters on the ground. Your donation allows us to keep sending journalists to speak to both sides of the story.
The Independent is trusted by Americans across the entire political spectrum. And unlike many other quality news outlets, we choose not to lock Americans out of our reporting and analysis with paywalls. We believe quality journalism should be available to everyone, paid for by those who can afford it.
Your support makes all the difference.Tributes are pouring in after Lisa Marie Presley, the only child of Elvis Presley, died at the age of 54.
The musician died at a Los Angeles hospital after suffering a medical emergency at home, just two days after she attended the Golden Globes.
In a statement, the Presley family said: “Priscilla Presley and the Presley family are shocked and devastated by the tragic death of their beloved Lisa Marie.
“They are profoundly grateful for the support, love and prayers of everyone, and ask for privacy during this very difficult time.”
Presley was transported from her home in Calabasas, California, to hospital after paramedics performed CPR on her following a possible cardiac arrest, TMZ first reported.
Following in the footsteps of her father, Presley pursued a career in the music industry.
She released three albums: To Whom It May Concern (2003), Now What (2005), and Storm & Grace (2012).
In 2018, her new record Where No One Stands Alone featured 14 original performances recorded by Elvis including a reimagined duet, in which she sang alongside her father – who died at the age of 42 in 1977.
Follow the latest updates and tributes
‘Not many people know what it’s like'
Sean Ono Lennon, the musician son of John Lennon and Yoko Ono, has shared his reaction to Presley’s death:
What was the cause of Lisa Marie Presley’s death?
Before Presley’s unfortunate passing, she had been rushed to hospital after suffering a cardiac arrest. The direct cause of her medical emergency is unknown.
However, she had been open in the past with her health issues, including her journey to sobriety after an addiction to opioids.
Billy Idol remembers Presley
British singer Billy Idol shared a touching memory about performing with Presley
Did Lisa Marie Presley ever sing with her father Elvis?
As Lisa Marie Presley was only nine years old when her father Elvis died in 1977, they were never able to record a song together properly.
Although, 40 years after his death, with the power of technology, Presley recorded virtual duets with her late father.
In 2012, she released Elvis’s original 1956 song “I Love You Because”, a duet version.
David Bowie’s account shares old photo
David Bowie’s official Twitter account has shared an old photo of Bowie, Presley and his ex-wife Inman from 2005.
‘Just so very sad’: Mia Farrow reacts to Presley’s death
Actor Mia Farrow, ex-wife of Woody Allen and Frank Sinatra, has shared sweet photos in honour of Presley
Lisa Marie Presley proved why the ‘nepo baby’ title is so reductive
With the recent nepo baby conversation regaining traction after Vulture published an extensive guide to Hollywood’s “nepo-verse”, The Independent’s Ed Power has argued for why Presley proved the label “is so reductive”.
Read more
Ed Power reflects on a legacy that couldn’t help but be overshadowed by her famous father
Presley praises ‘important’ Elvis biopic in resurfaced clip following her death
Days before Presley’s death, she was in attendance at the Golden Globes
Presley made her final public appearance just days before her death on Thursday (12 January).
Alongside her mother, Priscilla, the two women were in attendance at the 80th Golden Globes on Tuesday (10 January), in support of Baz Luhrmann’s biopic Elvis.
Actor Austin Butler won Best Actor in a Motion Drama for his portrayal of the late King of Rock.
During his acceptance speech, he shouted out Priscilla and Presley, saying: “Lisa Marie, Priscilla, I love you forever.”
Austin Butler remembers first meeting Lisa Marie Presley after filming ‘Elvis'
At a roundtable interview with fellow actors for The Hollywood Reporter, Butler recalled meeting Presley for the first time at Graceland.
The Elvis star said, “she hugged me with tears in her eyes and she just said, ‘Thank you’,” before taking him to her father’s bedroom where they sat on his bed and talked for hours.
Join our commenting forum
Join thought-provoking conversations, follow other Independent readers and see their replies
Comments