Elvis Presley was one of the most photographed celebrities of his time. Not only was he extremely popular as a singer, actor, and entertainer, but he made himself unusually accessible to the press and to fans. As a result, many excellent images document the important phases of his life.
In the pages that follow, you'll see pictures of Elvis at all stages of life: Pictures from his early performances, tour of duty in the army, movie career, and the fabulous concerts of the 1970s -- and more. Start with these photos of a young Elvis, then follow his life in pictures over the pages of this article.
![]() Elvis, seen here around age 4, was the pride and joy of his parents, Vernon and Gladys Presley. |
![]() Seen here relaxing in 1956, Elvis Presley was about to explode onto the national music scene. |
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