Elvis Presley’s death remains a topic of interest, with recent revelations from his brother shedding light on the tragedy. Years after his passing, fans still mourn the loss of the King of Rock ‘n Roll, a sentiment deepened by the death of his daughter, Lisa-Marie, in January 2023.
In a documentary released in mid-2023, Elvis’s stepbrother, David Stanley, made startling claims regarding the circumstances of his death. Stanley alleged that Elvis may have taken his own life due to guilt over illicit relationships, including with underage women. He stated, “Love, hurt, pain, exposure — he just couldn’t take it anymore.”
The documentary delves into Elvis’s relationships, including his marriage to Priscilla Presley, whom he met when she was fourteen. It also addresses his struggles with drug abuse, a factor that concerned those close to him, such as Linda Thompson, who lived with him post-divorce.
Elvis’s death in August 1977 was attributed to cardiac arrest resulting from prescription medication and an unhealthy lifestyle. Despite rumors of drug abuse, the coroner found no illicit substances in his system, emphasizing that his heart problems were the primary cause of death. The details surrounding his passing, including his girlfriend Ginger Alden’s discovery of him, remain shrouded in mystery until the release of his autopsy results in 2027.
