Elvis Presley Pictures

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.
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.
Seen here relaxing in 1956, Elvis Presley
was about to explode onto the national
music scene.

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In 1956, Elvis had already developed his sensual style of performance.
In 1956, Elvis had already developed
his sensual style of performance.

Elvis often performed with gospel quartet the Jordanaires.
Elvis often performed with gospel
quartet the Jordanaires.

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Elvis's parents, Vernon and Gladys Presley, appear as members of the audience in the final production number of Loving You.
Elvis's parents, Vernon and Gladys Presley, appear as members
of the audience in the final production number of Loving You.

In Jailhouse Rock, Elvis Presley plays Vince Everett, a character that embodies the rebellious spirit of rock 'n' roll.
In Jailhouse Rock, Elvis Presley plays
Vince Everett, a character that embodies
the rebellious spirit of rock 'n' roll.

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Elvis boarded the U.S.S. General Randall for his deployment to Europe eight times so the press could photograph the event.
Elvis boarded the U.S.S. General Randall for his deployment to
Europe eight times so the press could photograph the event.

Elvis Presley arrived back in Memphis in a snowstorm on March 7, 1960, after two years in the army.
Elvis Presley arrived back in Memphis
during a snowstorm on March 7, 1960,
after two years in the army.

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Elvis Presley purchased the 13.8 acre Graceland estate in 1957 and renovated it extensively.
Elvis Presley purchased the 13.8 acre Graceland
estate in 1957 and renovated it extensively.

For Elvis, Graceland symbolized his success, yet offered all the warmth and intimacy of home.
For Elvis, Graceland symbolized his success,
yet offered all the warmth and intimacy of home.

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In 1956, Elvis and Liberace switched jackets and instruments for this publicity photo.
In 1956, Elvis and Liberace switched
jackets and instruments for this
publicity photo.

Tom Jones, seen here with Elvis and Priscilla Presley, has said that Elvis inspired him to become a singer.
Tom Jones, seen here with Elvis and Priscilla Presley,
has said that Elvis inspired him to become a singer.

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Elvis and his wife, Priscilla, enjoy a quiet moment together.
Elvis and his wife, Priscilla, enjoy a quiet moment together.

Vernon Presley joined his son, Elvis, for his 1969 engagement at the International Hotel in Las Vegas.
Vernon Presley joined his son, Elvis, for his 1969
engagement at the International Hotel in Las Vegas.

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Elvis wore a gold lame jacket while performing
Elvis wore a gold lamé jacket while
performing "Trouble," which echoed his
famous lamé suit from 1958 without
exactly duplicating it during the
'68 Comeback Special.

Elvis closed the '68 Comeback Special with the moving spiritual
Elvis closed the '68 Comeback Special
with the moving spiritual "If I Can Dream."

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The 1973 special Aloha from Hawaii captures Elvis at the peak of his concert performance.
The 1973 special Aloha from Hawaii
captures Elvis at the peak of his
concert performance.

Elvis Presley's white Aloha from Hawaii jumpsuit was patterned with an American Eagle in red, gold, and blue gems.
Elvis Presley's white Aloha from Hawaii
jumpsuit was patterned with an American
Eagle in red, gold, and blue gems.

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Slim, healthy, and attractive, Elvis Presley rocked during his 1972 tour.
Slim, healthy, and attractive, Elvis
Presley rocked during his 1972 tour.

Elvis often wore a cape as he took to the stage and for the closing numbers of his concerts.
Elvis often wore a cape as he took to the stage
and for the closing numbers of his concerts.

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ABOUT THE AUTHOR

Susan Doll holds a Ph.D. in radio, television and film studies from Northwestern University. She is an instructor of film studies at Oakton Community College and a writer of film and popular culture. A sought-after expert on the works and life of Elvis Presley, Susan has appeared on The Joan Rivers Show and National Public Radio to discuss the King and other topics related to popular film. She is the author of numerous books on popular culture, notably Elvis: A Tribute to His Life, The Films of Elvis Presley, Marilyn: Her Life and Legend, Elvis: Rock 'n' Roll Legend, Best of Elvis, Understanding Elvis, Elvis: Forever in the Groove, Elvis: American Idol, and Florida on Film.