Born on January 8
Elvis Presley's Birthday
Happy birthday to the King.
Next: January 8, 2027
Where it comes from
Elvis Aaron Presley was born shortly before dawn on 8 January 1935, in a two-room house his father had helped to build in Tupelo, Mississippi, and this Story marks his birthday. His family moved to Memphis in 1948, where he soaked up country, gospel and the rhythm and blues of Beale Street.
How it's celebrated
Each January, fans from around the world travel to Graceland, his home in Memphis, for a birthday celebration of live music, talks and tributes. On 8 January itself, fans and dignitaries gather on Graceland's front lawn for the Elvis Birthday Proclamation Ceremony, which is also streamed online.
Did you know
Elvis was born a twin; his brother, Jesse Garon, was stillborn, and Elvis grew up an only child.
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