Timeline
Elvis Aaron Presley is Born
Born January 8, 1935 in Tupelo, Mississippi — his twin brother Jesse Garon was delivered stillborn.
Family Moves to Memphis
The Presleys relocate to Memphis, Tennessee in search of better opportunities.
First Recording at Sun Studio
Elvis pays approximately four dollars to record two songs at the Memphis Recording Service.
That's All Right Released
Elvis's first single is released on Sun Records after a spontaneous studio session on July 5.
Heartbreak Hotel Hits Number One
Elvis's first RCA single reaches number one, launching him to national stardom.
Elvis Drafted into US Army
Elvis begins two years of military service, stationed in Germany.
Discharged from Army
Elvis returns to civilian life and resumes his music and film career.
Elvis Marries Priscilla Beaulieu
Wedding ceremony at the Aladdin Hotel in Las Vegas on May 1.
The 68 Comeback Special
Elvis's legendary NBC television special airs December 3, revitalizing his career.
Las Vegas Residency Begins
Elvis opens at the International Hotel to record-breaking crowds.
Aloha from Hawaii
First entertainment special broadcast globally via satellite, reaching an estimated 1.5 billion viewers.
Elvis Presley Dies
Elvis passes away at Graceland on August 16, 1977 at the age of 42.