Remembering Elvis: A Daughter’s Grief
In her posthumous memoir, “From Here to the Great Unknown,” Lisa Marie Presley provides profound insights into the harrowing day her father, Elvis Presley, passed away. The events of August 16, 1977, are vividly recounted as she reflects on the turmoil and anguish she experienced as just a nine-year-old girl. In her own words, she recalls, “I ran to him, but somebody grabbed me, pulled me back. They were trying to work on him. I was screaming bloody murder. I knew it was not good.” These emotional details offer readers a window into the grief that accompanied the loss of a music legend.
The Impact of Loss
Lisa Marie’s narrative also captures the deep emotional repercussions of Elvis’s death, not just on herself but on her entire family. She vividly remembers hearing her paternal grandfather’s cries, stating, “I could hear, ‘oh he’s gone. he’s gone.’” Such reflections illustrate how profound the impact of loss can be, particularly when experienced at such a young age. The memoir sheds light on this traumatic moment, revealing it as the day music stopped for Lisa Marie, as she describes how her life changed forever.
Honoring Her Legacy
Later in life, Lisa Marie Presley faced her own struggles, ultimately sharing her notable experiences with her daughter, Riley Keough, who took on the responsibility of completing her mother’s memoir. Riley expressed her commitment to representing Lisa Marie authentically, aiming to portray the multifaceted aspects of her character. “What she wanted to do in her memoir…is to reveal the core of who she was,” Riley shared. As readers engage with this memoir, they gain insight into Lisa Marie’s life and her enduring love for her legendary father.
