Elvis Presley was impressed by the role of Austin Butler, says Priscilla

By Naveen Dec 22, 2022

Actor Austin Butler received praise from Presley's family for his memorable performance as Elvis Presley in Baz Luhrmann's Elvis.

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But what does King himself think of the film? In the past, Priscilla Presley has spoken highly of Butler's performance.

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Luhrmann said the best review he ever got was from "the woman who married Elvis Presley."

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Per Deadline, Luhrmann spoke about the Presley family's reaction to Butler as Elvis.

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Priscilla revealed how she was initially apprehensive, wondering how the "skinny" young actor could so convincingly portray the larger-than-life love of her life.

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As Luhrmann recalls Priscilla, he first learned of the casting.

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Actor Austin Butler received praise from Presley's family for his memorable performance as Elvis Presley in Baz Luhrmann's Elvis.

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