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How tall was Elvis Presley? Iconic singer's army records listed him as taller than he really was

Rock and Roll icon Elvis Presley was taller than most of his contemporaries
PUBLISHED OCT 23, 2023
Elvis Presley was known was hits like 'Heartbreak Hotel' (Getty Images)
Elvis Presley was known was hits like 'Heartbreak Hotel' (Getty Images)
Real Name Elvis Aaron Presley
Date of Birth January 8, 1935
Date of Death August 16, 1977
Place of Birth Tupelo, Mississippi
Height 5 ft 11 ¾ in (1.82 m) approx
Weight 77 kg (170 lbs) approx
Net Worth $20 million
Marital Status Priscilla Presley (m. 1967 - 1973)
Dating History Dixie Locke (1952-1955), Wanda Jackson (1955), June Juanico (1955-1957), Natalie Wood (1956), Jana Lund (1957), Nancy Czar (1961-1962), (Linda Thompson (1972-1976)
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LOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA: Elvis Presley, stands at an impressive height of 5 feet 11 ¾ inches and weighs 77 kg (170 lbs). He is known for timeless hits like 'Heartbreak Hotel,' 'Suspicious Minds,' 'Love Me Tender,' and 'Jailhouse Rock.'

Additionally, Presley showcased his acting prowess in films such as 'Jailhouse Rock,' 'Love Me Tender,' and 'King Creole.' These iconic roles led to speculation about his height, with an army medical report suggesting he was 6 feet ½ inches tall, while some believed he might be 5 feet 11 inches.

According to Celebheights, a costume designer who worked closely with him mentioned, "Chest was 42, waist was 30, 5ft 11.5, shoe size 9." At times, Presley himself stated he was "Six-One and a half," although on a few occasions, he rounded it down to an "even six foot."

044636 02: Singer Elvis Presley poses for a studio portrait. (Photo by Liaison)
Elvis Presley stood tall at 5 feet 11¾ inches (Getty Images)

Elvis Presley or Johnny Cash: Who was taller?

Johnny Cash was at 6 feet 1 ½ inches tall and weighed 82 kg (190 lbs) whereas Elvis Presley stood at 5 feet 11¾ inches. Therefore, it's evident that Presley was standing shorter than Cash by 1¾ inches. 

Elvis Presley and Johnny Cash crossed paths multiple times in their respective careers, though they were never exceptionally close friends. Nonetheless, they held a deep admiration for each other's artistry. In his autobiography, Johnny Cash reflected on their dynamic, stating, "Elvis was so good. Every show I did with him, I never missed the chance to stand in the wings and watch. We all did. He was that charismatic,” Far Out magazine reports.

Elvis Presley met Priscilla Presley when she was 14 (Instagram/@elvis)
Elvis Presley was shorter than Johnny Cash by 1 ¾ inches (Instagram/@elvis)

Elvis Presley's height compared to ex-wife Priscilla Presley 

Priscilla Presley stands at a height of 5 feet 3 inches (160 cm or 1.6 m) and weighs 54 kg (119 lbs). In contrast, Elvis Presley's height measures 5 feet 11 ¾ inches (182 cm or 1.82 m), clearly making him taller than Priscilla. The height gap between the two is 8 ¾ inches.

Priscilla Ann Presley is an American actress and businesswoman. She was previously married to the legendary American singer, Elvis Presley. Additionally, she co-founded and served as the former chairperson of Elvis Presley Enterprises. This company played a pivotal role in transforming Graceland into one of the most popular tourist destinations in the United States.

Elvis and Priscilla's union began with a Las Vegas ceremony, and they remained married for six years. On February 1, 1968, they celebrated the arrival of their first child, whom they named Lisa Marie Presley. Even after Elvis and Priscilla separated four years before his untimely death, their enduring love was apparent when Priscilla attended Elvis' funeral ceremony as per People.

Priscilla Presley denies having s*x with Elvis Presley at 14 (Instagram/@priscillapresley/@elvis)
Elvis Presley was taller than his wife Priscilla Presley (Instagram/@priscillapresley, @elvis)
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