Daily Facts about Elvis Presley

2023

Elvis Presley's birthday is celebrated. He was a legendary American singer and actor known as the "King of Rock and Roll."

1958

Rock 'n' roll legend Elvis Presley is inducted into the U.S. Army, temporarily suspending his music career.

1957

Elvis Presley receives his draft notice, marking the beginning of his military service in the United States Army.

1956

Elvis Presley receives a polio vaccine on live television, encouraging vaccination efforts.

1955

A legendary impromptu recording session known as "The Million Dollar Quartet" occurs at Sun Studio in Memphis, featuring Elvis Presley, Johnny Cash, Jerry Lee Lewis, and Carl Perkins.