Elvis Presley

Updated: March 14, 2026

Name: Elvis Presley
Date of Birth: January 8, 1935
Date of Death: August 16, 1977 (aged 42)

Biography & Career:

Elvis Aaron Presley (8 January 1935 – 16 August 1977) was an iconic American singer and actor, universally known as the “King of Rock and Roll” and the best-selling solo artist in the history of recorded music. He passed away at his Graceland estate in Memphis, Tennessee, at the age of 42, leaving behind a musical legacy that continues to inspire generations worldwide.

Regarded as one of the most significant cultural icons of the 20th century, the legendary American singer and actor was often referred to as the “King of Rock and Roll” or simply “the King”.

Commercially successful in many genres, including pop, country, blues, and gospel, he remains the best-selling solo artist in the history of recorded music. He won three competitive Grammys, received the Grammy Lifetime Achievement Award at age 36, and was inducted into multiple music halls of fame.

The total number of his original master recordings has been variously calculated between 665 and 711. His career began and he was most successful during an era when singles were the primary commercial medium for pop music.