ELVIS PRESLEY BIRTHPLACE

Elvis Aaron Presley was born in Tupelo, Mississippi, on January 8, 1935, to Vernon and Gladys Presley. Born in a two-room house built by his father, grandfather and uncle, Elvis was one of twin brothers born to the Presleys. His brother, Jessie Garon, was stillborn. Elvis grew up in Tupelo surrounded by his extended family including his grandparents, aunts, uncles and cousins... Elvis became a larger than life personality with a revolutionary influence on music worldwide, yet he always maintained his humble spirit in keeping true to his roots and formative values in East Tupelo.

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Primary location: Tupelo United States