Elvis Presleys grandson Benjamin Keough with his mother, Lisa Marie Presley. ELVIS PRESLEY's only grandson Benjamin Keough has seen a touching birthday tribute from his sister Riley Keough, three months after his tragic death. "And she saw that it could be a possibility, because my grandma. Hes a typical 17-year-old who loves music, his representative once said. "No one really thought anything of it until later that maybe he was going to visit someone.". A theory believers often point to is that singing pastor Bob Joyce is actually Elvis himself, using a secret identity. "I grew up very privileged with my mother," Benjamin's sister, Riley Keough, dished to The Guardian. Dakota Striplins ethnicity details are still under review. Dakotas father was not explicitly linked to his siblings, according to the findings of a DNA test, so the family investigated deeper. On what would have been his 28th birthday, Lisa Marie Presley posted a picture of her son on Facebook. Elvis Presley / Getty Images, Lisa Marie Presley / Instagram. In 1983, he formed the Ben Vaughn Combo. He was at the Opry and was the quiet storm behind the stage. His father took a DNA test, which discovered that he did not have any direct relatives. He claims to be trying to uncover the truth for his familys sake. A few years ago, a DNA test proved that his grandfather is not his biological grandfather. M5V 2Z5. At age 6, his uncle gave him a Duane Eddy record and forever changed his life. Lisa Marie Presley and Benjamin Presley Keough at The Elvis Experience premiere in 2015 Credit: Splash News Who was Benjamin Keough? According to the 24-year-old, his father took a DNA test and discovered that the grandfather he knew as his father wasnt his biological father. In these videos, he does seem to have a good voice. Details of his autopsy have recently been released, showing Keough had cocaine and alcohol in his system at the time of his death. In fact, Benjamin and Lisa Marie Presley even got matching tattoos together. Dakota Striplin was born in the country of New Zealand. "My mum has tried to email [Elvis' Estate], and been like, 'We are just trying to figure this stuff out,'" he says. Photo: Foc Kan/WireImage; Courtesy of Warner Bros. Pictures. According to a release from the Los Angeles County Department of Medical Examiner-Coroner, Keough was discovered dead in his familys Calabasas, California, home on Sunday evening with an intraoral shotgun wound. An autopsy determined that the death was a suicide, according to the countys coroner. allpass_containerRequests.push([jQuery("#allpass_container0"), "Wide", null, null]); His father is originally from Hawaii. Privacy PolicyTerms of UseCalifornia - Do Not Sell My Personal InformationCalifornia - CCPA Notice. He is well-known for his resemblance to his grandfather, the legendary rock musician Elvis Presley. Lisa Marie Presley moved out of her home as Keoughs death had left her in shambles. What's more is that the kids didn't seem mind the lack of luxury when they would visit their father, Danny Keough. David Crotty/Patrick McMullan via Getty Images. And after the results of a DNA test revealed Dakota's father wasn't directly related to his siblings, the family did some digging. "Your son is a twin of your Dad," wrote one user. Howie Mandel, Mel B, Heidi Klum, and Simon Cowell all voted Yes, sending Dakota to the Judge Cuts round, despite the fact that its unclear if he was buzzed. The 27-year-old, who was the son of Lisa Marie Presley and grandson of the late Elvis Presley, was found dead in Calabasas, California, on Sunday. Elvis Presley, in full Elvis Aaron Presley or Elvis Aron Presley (see Researcher's Note), (born January 8, 1935, Tupelo, Mississippi, U.S.died August 16, 1977, Memphis, Tennessee), American popular singer widely known as the "King of Rock and Roll" and one of rock music's dominant performers from the mid-1950s until his death. Striplin was noticed by Dunns daughter, Hayley, on her way to sing one of her fathers cover versions at the Nashville international airport. He just didn't have much money." At the start of this video, a young man named Dakota Striplin begins to sing and play guitar with the voice of an angel. He lived in cabins and trailer parks. He had recently released his first EP, Storm & Grace. Lisa Marie Presley released a statement on Sunday night, saying, I am completely heartbroken. Benjamin was born in Tampa, Florida USA, and his resemblance to his grandpa has left many in awe. TwitterKeough was buried at Graceland alongside Elvis Presley and his great-grandparents. The rapper was convicted in December of shooting Megan Thee Stallion. When we have accepted Jesus as our Savior, we are permanently in the family of God. In the last few years of his life, the grandson of Elvis Presley watched helplessly as his mother weathered some brutal financial storms. "The music will be nothing like Elvis, nothing like him at all," he said(via The Daily Telegraph). Despite his charmed beginnings, the grandson of Elvis Presley was plagued with depression and it would follow him for the rest of his short life. A representative for his mother confirms Benjamin Keoughs death. How many grandchildren does Elvis have? But we can be certain that he has won the hearts of millions of people all around the world. It was Keoughs grandfather, Benjamin Keough, who was Elvis Presleys grandson. The years she was married to Michael Jackson. However, it is hard to tell if he is truly a talented singer or if he is just lip syncing. Dakota responds that Elvis inspired him and his grandmother used to love going to the shows and there is a running joke that he could be his grandson. All products are independently selected, tested or recommended by our team of experts. Is Chuck Norris a Christian? Laughing Parrot Has The Whole Vet Office Crying Julie Andrews Sings 'Do-Re-Mi' With Former Von Scotty McCreery Performs The Old Rugged Cross. As the granddaughter of Elvis Presley, who was still performing and prominent during part of that decade, she's expecting some comparisons. Should you enter Chuck Norriss name into any internet search engine, your results would more than likely include tales such as these: This site is a proud member of the Salem Web Network, a subsidiary of Salem Media Group. He was Elvis only surviving grandson, and he had two other siblings. 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He's a young musician from Queensland trying his luck on The Voice, but in a stunning admission, contestant Dakota Striplin confesses he may be the long-lost grandson of Elvis Presley! Dakota Striplin, a rising star, wowed the judges with his breathtaking rendition of Love Me Tender by The Who. In the end, he selects the judge who turned for him first. Benjamin Storm Presley Keough was born on Oct. 21, 1992, in Tampa, Florida. All rights reserved. After an electrifying blind audition performance on The Voice, Dakota Striplin revealed he that might be an unrecognized grandson of The King, Elvis Presley.The 27-year-old performed Elvis' hit Love Me Tender and blew the judges' minds and audience away.. One of those judges, Boy George, couldn't help but ask what made him choose the song of the greatest rock star in the world. At the start of this video, a young man named Dakota Striplin begins to sing and play guitar with the voice of an angel. But that marriage ended in 1996 and young Keough watched as his mother quickly left the King of Pop for fellow Hollywood scion Nicolas Cage. Then there is one more clip of Dakota singing in a knockout round. One showed them backstage together at the Grand Ole Opry in 2012. Striplin has been playing with the Tootsies crew in Nashville for the past two years, managing a stable of performers and sparring acts at the citys various honky tonk pubs. 2-year-old singing baby STEALS the show on The Voice | #Journey 147. by AVA 1 year ago 53 Views. 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He holds dual bachelor's degrees from Pace University and a master's degree from New York University. Keough had We Are All Beautiful tattooed on his neck. Not much is known about Elvis' grandson, but he went viral in 2019 after his mother posted a family photo of him and his siblings. The lyrics of the song are: You have the most beautiful heart/That Ive ever known/It kills me you cant ever show it/And a shell has been grown., Elvis Presley's grandson, Benjamin Keough, died on Sunday at the age of 27. A year earlier, she had shared two pictures of her and Benjamin. The Keough children got the first shock of their lives when their mother left their father for Michael Jackson in 1994. He is on his way to worldwide success as one of four artists ultimately confirmed with Perfect Pitch Publishing, which is headed by country music veteran Ronnie Dunn. Start uploading your Christian videos today! Details of death:. She was the child of singer and actor Elvis Presley and actress Priscilla Presley, as well as the sole heir to her father's estate after her grandfather and her great-grandmother died.Her musical career consisted of three studio albums: To Whom It May Concern (2003), Now What (2005) and Storm . Dakotas grandmother was working for Elvis in Hawaii around the time Dakotas father was conceived. Their marriage lasted only 100 days. Keough was born in 1992 and is currently the mayor of Los Angeles. Case in point? While an initial report suggested that Keough died by pointing a gun to his chest, the Los Angeles coroner later confirmed that he died by putting a shotgun in his mouth and pulling the trigger. They received rave reviews in Rolling Stone and People magazine and video airplay on MTV. Neighbours revival cast: Who will be in the new season? Keough was strikingly similar to his grandfather, a singer/actor. Dakota Striplin claims to be Elviss secret grandson. 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