A Tribute To Lisa Marie Presley: The Woman Who Lived Life On Her Terms

When you think about rock 'n' roll royalty, Lisa Marie Presley is one of the first names that comes to mind. Born in February 1968, she entered the world under the spotlight, thanks to her legendary father, Elvis Presley, and her own incredible talent for songwriting. Lisa wasn’t just riding on her father’s legacy—she carved out her own path in the music industry with passion and authenticity.

On January 12, 2023, the world lost a true icon. At the age of 54, Lisa Marie passed away after suffering a cardiac arrest at her home in Calabasas, California. Her untimely death sent shockwaves through the music community and beyond. In a heartfelt statement, her mother, Priscilla Presley, expressed her grief: “It is with a heavy heart that I must share the devastating news that my beautiful daughter Lisa Marie has left us. She was the most passionate, strong, and loving woman I have ever known.”

Breaking Through with Her Debut Album

In 2003, Lisa released her debut album, To Whom It May Concern, and it was a game-changer. The album climbed all the way to No. 5 on the Billboard 200 albums chart, proving that Lisa wasn’t just resting on her famous last name. Her follow-up album, Now What, came out in April 2005, and then in May 2012, she dropped Storm & Grace. This album was special—it showcased a more vulnerable side of Lisa, one where she laid her soul bare for the world to see.

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“I made some pretty angry and defensive songs, probably anticipating what was expected of me and fighting against it,” Lisa once told Reuters about the evolution of her sound. “There was a lot of production and hiding behind things because I was afraid or feeling too vulnerable. Once I got that out of my system, I just quieted and calmed down. In this process of writing this record, I found a better place for myself and my voice to rest.”

A Career Built on Passion and Resilience

Through the success of her three albums, Lisa established herself as a force to be reckoned with in the entertainment world. But life wasn’t always easy for her. After four marriages, Lisa decided to focus on herself and her family. Her last marriage was to Michael Lockwood, from 2006 to 2016, and together they welcomed twins, Harper and Finley Lockwood.

Lisa’s first marriage was to Danny Keough, and they had two children: daughter Riley Keough and son Benjamin Keough. Tragically, Benjamin passed away in July 2020 at the age of 27 due to a self-inflicted gunshot wound. A source close to the family told Closer Weekly, “The family is devastated. They’re all worried about Lisa now. The family is gathering together.”

Remembering Benjamin Keough

After losing her son, Lisa stepped back from the public eye to grieve and heal. In October 2020, she honored Benjamin on what would have been his 28th birthday with a touching tribute. “The depth of the pain is suffocating and bottomless without you every moment of every day,” she wrote alongside a photo of Benjamin. “I will never be the same. Please wait for me, my love, and hold my hand while I stay to continue to protect and raise your little sisters and to be here for Riley. I know you would want that. Happy birthday, my sweet sweet boy. You were much too good for this world.”

Scroll below to see pictures of Lisa then and now.