Vernon Presley

Born: 1916-04-10 in Fulton, Mississppi

Died: 1979-06-26

Known For: Acting

Biography

Vernon Presley was a family man who dedicated himself to providing a wholesome atmosphere for his son and wife. Born into a poor farming family in Fulton, Vernon Presley began doing various jobs to make ends meet. He decided to start driving a truck for a local grocery store in order to support his wife, Gladys, and new son, Elvis Presley. Later, he proudly became a deacon at a local church. While Vernon decided to stay behind the scenes when his son became successful, he managed his overall career and expenses from his estate in Graceland. Throughout their lives, the father-son duo was inseparable. Following Elvis’s early death, Vernon took over the role of his executor. Unfortunately, he died shortly afterwards, leaving behind a pleasant joint legacy with Elvis.

Filmography

2026

EPiC: Elvis Presley in Concert as Self (archive footage)
Elvis: A Life in Music as Self (archive footage)

2023

Reinventing Elvis: The 68' Comeback as Self (archive footage)

2018

Elvis Presley: The Searcher as Self (archive footage)

2005

Elvis by the Presleys as Self (archive footage)

1981

This Is Elvis as Self (archive footage) (uncredited)

1972

Elvis on Tour as Self

1968

Live a Little, Love a Little as Model (uncredited)

1957

Loving You as Audience Member at Grand Theatre (uncredited)