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Lisa Marie Presley

Lisa Marie Presley was an American singer-songwriter and the only child of Elvis Presley and Priscilla Presley.

By Ethan Anderson| Reviewed by Olivia Bennett, Standards & Fact-Checking Lead| Updated September 11, 2026|2 min read| Fact-checked

Lisa Marie Presley was an American singer-songwriter and the only child of Elvis Presley and Priscilla Presley. She released one studio album, toured briefly, and remained a public figure through her family connections, marriage history, and management of the Presley estate. She died in 2023 at age 54 from complications of a small bowel obstruction related to prior bariatric surgery.

Early life

Lisa Marie Presley was born in 1968 to Elvis Presley and Priscilla Presley. As the daughter of one of the most famous entertainers in the world, she grew up in the public eye.

Music career

Presley worked as a singer-songwriter and released studio recordings under her own name. Her music career was separate from, but often viewed in relation to, her family legacy.

Personal life

She was married four times: to musician Danny Keough, singer Michael Jackson, actor Nicolas Cage, and music producer Michael Lockwood. She had four children across those relationships.

Death and legacy

Presley died in 2023 after suffering complications from a small bowel obstruction linked to previous bariatric surgery. She was buried at Graceland alongside her son Benjamin Keough.

Key facts

  • Lisa Marie Presley was the only child of Elvis Presley and Priscilla Presley.
  • She died on January 12, 2023, at age 54 from a small bowel obstruction due to prior bariatric surgery.
  • She had four children: Riley Keough, Benjamin Keough, and twins Harper and Finley Lockwood.
  • Her son Benjamin Keough died by suicide in 2020.
  • She was married four times, including to Michael Jackson and Nicolas Cage.
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Canadian context

Lisa Marie Presley was widely known in Canada through her connection to Elvis Presley, her celebrity marriages, and international media coverage of her death and family estate matters.

Frequently asked questions

How did Lisa Marie Presley die?
She died from complications of a small bowel obstruction caused by scar tissue from prior bariatric surgery; her death was ruled natural.
How old was Lisa Marie Presley when she died?
She was 54 years old.
Who was Lisa Marie Presley married to?
She was married four times: to Danny Keough, Michael Jackson, Nicolas Cage, and Michael Lockwood.
What was Lisa Marie Presley's net worth?
Reliable published figures varied over time, and her net worth is difficult to state precisely because of estate and trust issues. Public reporting generally described her finances as heavily tied to the Presley estate rather than a stable personal fortune.
Who are Lisa Marie Presley's children?
Her children were Riley Keough, Benjamin Keough, and twins Harper and Finley Lockwood.
What happened to Lisa Marie Presley's son?
Her son Benjamin Keough died by suicide in 2020 at age 27.

References

  1. NPRhttps://www.npr.org/2023/07/14/1187641098/lisa-marie-presley-cause-of-death
    Supports: Death cause, age at death, and surviving children
  2. The New York Timeshttps://www.nytimes.com/2023/07/13/arts/music/lisa-marie-presley-death-cause.html
    Supports: Cause of death, age at death, and family details
  3. ABC Newshttps://abcnews.com/GMA/Culture/lisa-marie-presley-cause-of-death/story?id=101232290
    Supports: Cause of death, age at death, and burial details
  4. Los Angeles County Department of Medical Examinerhttps://me.lacounty.gov/2023/press-releases/cause-and-manner-of-death-determined-for-lisa-marie-beaulieu-presley/
    Supports: Official cause and manner of death
  5. BBC Newshttps://www.bbc.com/news/entertainment-arts-64255117
    Supports: Death announcement, age, and mention of son Benjamin's death
  6. Peoplehttps://people.com/lisa-marie-presley-death-legacy-everything-to-know-11814428
    Supports: Marriage history, children, and son Benjamin's death