Unusual facts about this Rock n’ Roll legend!
1) Elvis had an identical twin brother, Jesse Garon Presley. Sadly, Jesse was was delivered stillborn.
2) Known for his sexy black hair, Elvis was actually a brunette.
3) His famed mansion that you can tour today only cost him $100,000. A real steal!
4) Elvis shared common ancestors with Abe Lincoln and Jimmy Carter.
5) Early in his career, many listeners believed Elvis was African-American.
6) Elvis’ parents were very young at the time of his birth, Gladys was 22 and Vernon was 18!
7) The King wasn’t much into touring and never performed outside of North America.
8) He dubbed his privates, “Little Elvis.”
9) When Elvis was very young, his father Vernon was sentenced to three years in prison for forgery. He had sold a hog for $4, but had changed the amount of the check.
10) Elvis really wanted a rifle, but ended up with a guitar instead. Lucky for us!
11) Despite his “cool” factor, Elvis was bullied at school for his personal fashion sense.
12) His debut performance at the Grand Ole Opry did not go over well. The audience suggested that the future icon “go back to driving trucks.” Good thing he didn’t listen…