Priscilla Presley's Memoir: Disapproval of Lisa Marie's Marriage to Michael Jackson

Priscilla Presley's Memoir: Disapproval of Lisa Marie's Marriage to Michael Jackson

Priscilla Presley expressed her disapproval of her daughter Lisa Marie Presley's marriage to Michael Jackson in her memoir, "Softly, As I Leave You: Life After Elvis." She believed that Jackson was more interested in the Presley family legacy than in Lisa Marie herself. Priscilla speculated that Jackson married Lisa Marie for positive publicity amid his legal troubles. Their relationship began in 1993 and culminated in marriage in 1994, ending in divorce in 1996. Priscilla described Jackson as manipulative and recalled awkward encounters with him, highlighting his avoidance of her at a dinner and a lack of interaction at an Elvis Presley tribute concert. Despite Lisa Marie's belief in Jackson's innocence, Priscilla remained skeptical of his intentions and behavior throughout their marriage.