Linda Thompson opens up on relationship with Elvis Presley, confirms what we all knew
Linda Thompson and Her Deep Bond with Elvis Presley. Linda Thompson, former Miss Tennessee and longtime girlfriend of Elvis Presley during the 1970s, recently reflected on their powerful relationship. Both born in Memphis, Linda idolized Elvis as a child—later meeting him shortly after his divorce from Priscilla Presley. Their romantic connection began quickly, and Linda soon moved into Graceland.
She described their relationship as deep and multidimensional: lovers, best friends, and emotional anchors for one another. However, Linda also witnessed Elvis’s growing struggles with health and addiction. She often stayed up at night watching over him, drained by the emotional toll of his dependence on prescription drugs.
Despite sharing unforgettable moments—like his historic 1973 Aloha from Hawaii concert—Linda made the painful decision…
