In the early 70s my dad worked for the Southern California Gas Company and he was basically gasman to the stars. One day he got a call and ended up at Elvis' house and met the King and spent some time chatting with Elvis. At the time my dad was the same age as Elvis and I remember him saying they were both the same height and he was also a huge fan. He said he respected him too much to ask for an autograph at the time and Elvis asked my dad if he had any kids. I was an only child and I must have been 6 or 7 when this happened and it turned out that Elvis called my school and they took me out of class and brought me to the principals office and I chatted with Elvis for a few minutes during that call. I was also a big fan even at 6 or 7 because my dad was always playing Elvis' 8 tracks in the car whenever we drove places. He was a cool dude and I will never forget that day.
In 1980, I drove up to the house. The gate was open and there was a house painter’s truck in the driveway. The front door was open and I walked in. The house was completely empty and I walked into every room I could without being noticed. I went in the backyard and pool area also. There was a great view from there. Eventually the painters saw me and kicked me out. BTW, on June 9, 1972, I was at Elvis’ first Madison Square Garden show.
Thanks for that, always wanted to see more of this house he lived in. I wish someone would open it up as a museum like Graceland and his honeymoon house. Everything Elvis should be saved.
I loved the vlog on Elvis . I loved him, his music and his beautiful voice. I met him one time at Graceland when he was home from The Army for the weekend. He was totally awesome and good lookin. I got his autograph and a kiss on the cheek . Loved him since that day !!
Wasn't he in Germany when he was in the army though. Coming home for the weekend from the army sounds a bit "🤔" I gotta be honest I'm skeptical. I'm just saying 🤷🏼♂️
@@bishyeahbish3758 He was in Germany for 18 months,before that he spent 5-6 months in his country (army service) and that is when he was allowed home visits.You can bet on it. :)
@@bishyeahbish3758 i tend to agree with you. That said? I was in the Army. Special Services Soldiers (like Elvis) can and DID make transatlantic trips…..even for a weekend! Nuts! But I saw it more than once. I wasn’t connected to the European theater of War. But I saw the same thing occur in other regions of the world. Cheers!
This was awesome. My Uncle Lance LeGault was friends with Elvis in the early days, when he was with Priscilla, & he worked stunts with him, played with him in the band once, & was in two to three of his movies. They rode motorcycles together & were good friends. I never met Elvis, & have only been to California once. They are probably both in heaven now jamming & riding cycles.
Oh my goodness :)) Your Uncle was an amazing percussionist and actor. The really awesome thing is that your Uncle was part of two things that I love most in my life Elvis and The A Team! :))) Strangely I mentioned your dear relative in my earlier comment on this Vlog. Miss Roth you have no idea how happy and honoured I am to talk, well message you. I am a musician myself and your Uncle was one talented man ;)) All the best to you and your family.
I was living in Culver City when this was going to be demolished- A lot of people incl. me got together and signed petitions and contacted the Beverly Hills historical preservation Society- To see what they could do what we could do to stop the new owner from tearing the house down luckily they tracked down The original builder of the house who had no idea in the early stages that the new owner was going to demolish it- And because of the architecture and because he built it etc.. He got together with the Beverly Hills historical preservation Society- He brought the original paperwork of all his Homes- And because of when it was built where it was built and who it was built by - the new owners who were a building company- from what I understood. The homes that the builder of this house and his other houses that he had built there is a clause in the original paperwork that it cannot be modified significantly and it cannot be demolished or torn down. They all moved quickly To stop the current owner from demolishing a piece of history long story short sort of it had been approved and deemed a historic site by the BH Historical preservation Society and the contractors I believe put it up for sale since they couldn’t demolish it or modify it in certain ways. So the house is saved!
Thank you for being part of saving this home...God Bless you and all the people involved in doing whatever it took to save this house. There will never be another Elvis in my my time on Earth
We really enjoyed your video, Jordan! We LOVE The King and were married at Elvis' birthplace (Tupelo) 25 years ago. We LOVE his music, movies, concerts and the generosity, humility, coolness of The Man. Elvis is PRIMO to us, too! And we LOVE all the photos you included!! The MORE Elvis, the merrier!! Great job, Jordan!! P.S. Your doggie is just too darn adorable!
You have given me a newfound appreciation for The King . I had a friend who idolized Elvis , he ended up taking his life . Randy walked ,talked , sang ,everything was about Elvis . He would have really liked your video . God bless you.
Loved seeing the house that Elvis lived in. Especially around the 40th Anniversary of his passing (yesterday). I remember it very well, that day in 1977---I was 20, a very sad day like the day Michael Jackson died. Thank you Jordan, for this vlog.
I have never been an Elvis Presley fan, but this was an awesome vlog! In my opinion, showing all the pictures made it real. Reading the demo notice, that house got saved at the last minute. Despite not being a big fan, I'm glad the house is still there. I really enjoyed this one too. Thanks, Jordan!
Thank you Jordan, I am 63 years old and never ever seen a picture of Elvis' Beverly Hills Mansion, never been to California, but I have been the Graceland a couple times and plan to go back again soon, I live in Louisiana between New Orleans and Baton Rouge so that puts me only 6 hours away from Memphis So thanks again man, Hope your back gets better soon ♫ ♪
I love Elivs too !! I'm so glad I found this vlog of yours going to Elivs' house in Los Angeles . I always thought Lisa Marie was born in Memphis TN . ? I watched a video the other day and they were talking about when The Sharon Tate's murder happened . Elivs had the gate covered with mental and he ask the fans to not hang out at the gate anymore once he went inside , because it wasn't safe . He told the fans he would sign their autographs and talk to them if they promised to leave once he went inside the house . He was worried about them hanging around at night around his gate after those murdered happened . They said , Sharon Tate's house wasn't that far from where Elivs' house was , so that's why he was concerned . You know that's why I loved him so much is he did care about his fans , unlike a lot of star's today . He was raised to have respect for others and he started out on the bottom . God gave him a talent and he went to the top , but he stayed humble . Don't get me wrong , I loved his music and his movie's too . I'm so glad you shared this !! I love it !!!
Awesome video! I'm a huge Elvis fan and REALLY appreciated you matching up all the video shots alongside the old photos. Thank you for this special tour!
Only found your channel a few weeks ago. I've got to say you do a brilliant job. Thanks a lot for doing these videos, keep them coming really enjoyed all the Elvis videos I've watched so far Elvis is always TCB
I like how the original gate is still there. I'm also surprised at how the house is visible. It always seems like celebrity homes have high fence lines or trees.
@@njuham Who knows how that would have played out. Elvis had his Memphis Mafia guys around and Security, so maybe Manson's zombies would have gotten shot/killed instead🤷♀️
I love your video's, I am a huge Elvis fan and I finnaly did my bucket list visit to Graceland, it's beautiful, and I love the picture of Elvis in your apartment, and I appreciate your Hollywood videos, your dog is so cute, and I enjoy hanging out with you through your videos, I have seen many of them and they are all perfect, thanks for the awsome outings !
Thank you! Thank you! Thank you! Soooo many memories! My aunt would talk about the nights she would go watch Elvis in the dive bars that are along what is now known as "The Rock and Roll Highway" in Arkansas when he was very young and still had blonde hair. He even noticed my aunt's red hair and commented on it from the stage!
Such a great vlog 😊 and honestly- in quite a few of those pics you could see how much Lisa Marie looks like him. Now I have "suspicious minds " stuck in my mind- but NOT complaining- great music 🎶 👍🏻
You're the best!!! Always feel like I'm right there with you. I never cared much for Elvis but this vlog was fascinating! 😍😇3 years ago, seems like yesterday!
When Elvis was doing the Comeback Special he was working on the show with my friend's dad who was a Producer. One night he rode his motorcycle from this house on Hillcrest to theirs on Skytop, in Encino, at midnight! He said it was better as that way no one would recognize him. Elvis often rode at night. So they pulled a stunt on the neighbors saying to come over right away! The neighbors about fainted when Elvis answered the door! My friend wishes she had pictures of sitting on Elvis's lap in those days. Ah, well. It was TCB as usual! There is another Producer whose name gets associated with the Comeback Special but my friends dad Alan Blye did all the work and was responsible for shaping many a stars on TV shows, new and established. I sure wish Elvis could have lived without the secret of all those awful prescriptions. He deserved much more. The problem is that no one tells these people, "No!" when it comes down to that. Thanks for taking us to the house Jordan!
Nevermind me, im just binge watching AGAIN. You know how i feel about Elvis Jordan. The pic you showed of Elvis and the impersonator is supposedly the only impersonator Elvis ever met. Great job! Much like Elvis, you're always TCB!
I loved loved loved Elvis Presley ever since I was 14 years old and I'm 74 now. he was my honey bunny and I would love to see that house I went to Graceland not many years back and I extremely loved visiting Memphis he may have loved living in that house but his heart was at Graceland in Memphis Tennessee. thank you for the video and put Neosporin on that finger
I'm so thankful for your Vlog on Elvis. I love Elvis and I always have loved him, the King of Rock! I will never get to personally see his homestead and property so I THANK YOU, THANK YOU SO MUCH!
I've been on an Elvis kick lately. Thank you, Jordan the Lion! He said the image is 1 thing, the person, another. He did love his fans, didn't think they were a pain in the ass. I heard stories about this house told by sonny west. What a beautiful view!
CooManTunes..... Elvis got a lot of comfort from his religion/spirituality. If you get to Graceland please check out his own personal Bible & you'll see what I mean.
Jordan, you are very right about that house at the end of the cul-de-sac...that is Villa Rosa, an 18,000 square foot mansion built in 1970 by the late comedian Danny Thomas...it stayed in the Thomas family until 2000, when it was sold by his children...in February of this year it was on the market for $135 million but sold for right around $65 million, bought by the brother of the man who recently purchased the Playboy Mansion from Hugh Hefner...the house has a ton of history, Thomas also founded St. Jude's Hospital, and, at one time the home was rented by Julia Roberts and her family...when you are heading up Hillcrest you can see the rear of the house, its spectacular domed section of the house...best time to see it is at night when it is lit up
Falcon Lair , thanks for sharing that information . I didn't know about all of that. I knew Danny Thomas lived near Elvis' house , but didn't know which one it was and I didn't know Julia Roberts lived there at one time . I remember when the big hair was in and I had so many people tell me .... you look just like her . I was in an elevator once with this older lady and I could see her out of the corner of my eye that she was staring at me. Finally , she said... I thought you were Julia Roberts for a minute there . Omg ... you look so much like her . I just laughed and said , yes ma'am I get that a lot . lol !!
The house at the end of the cul-de-sac was the longtime home of one of the pioneers of television and all-time philanthropists, founder of St. Jude's Children's Cancer Research Hospital, Mr. & Mrs. Danny Thomas. The house being rebuilt across the street was not a re-build, but in fact a new build on a lot that had been forever vacant. How expensive and opulent was the estate when it was completed? Jay-Z & Beyonce, among other wishful buyers were outbid by the successful purchaser ["Minecraft" inventor] around late 2018 for [from memory] $60,000,000.00.
Watching in 2022, how did I miss this one. Loved it, it is always a thrill to stand where someone you admire once stood. Loved you going to Ross's, I go everytime i visit the US from Australia. Bargain !!! Thanks Jordan.
I'm 28 I've collected vinyl records since I was a kid I always liked old school music. And one of my first Elvis albums was live from Madison square garden. The versions of suspicious minds, American trilogy and never been to Spain are my favorite. Been an Elvis fan since I was little and my favorite era Elvis is also 68 through the 70s. And growing up it wasn't cool to be an Elvis fan or listen to old music I was born in 90s and im stuck in 70s.lol
Great video, thnks! Big fan for 40 years, from Holland. Visited this place a few months ago . Felt great to be there, close to so much Elvis historie. Also had a short talk to the recent owner.
i am so glad that that Hillcrest home didnt get demolished.I was very fortunate to go to this house ,and sign the side gate when i was there .Elvis Presley will always be the King of Rock N Roll .. The big mansion at the end of the road is Danny Thomas's home Danny founded the St. Jude Children's Research Hospital in Memphis which is one of the hospitals that Elvis donated to every year .
Because I watched this video last year, I did go to that very spot when we visited LA in September and had some pictures taken of me in the same spots Elvis stood. Never thought to thank you Jordan for getting me to visit there.
Thank God they saved the house !!( ive been by that house many times when i live in Hollywood ,leaving LA in 1995) I read they were gonna try to put it on the registry of historical places ,but because it had been remodeled over the years it didnt qualify..if you watch the movie ELVIS ..starring Kurt Russell they used the house in the movie!!!.. Hey Joran , have you ever been by 7000 SANTA MONICA BLVD ..its the recording studio ELVIS recorded at ! its called RADIO RECORDERS ...his last MOVIE recording session there was for the 1966 soundtrack album SPINOUT ...
Very cool, and such awesome photos. It would have been a such crime to tear down this amazing time capsule and memory of the King! Thank goodness he had the sense to preserve this one at least. Great location and I love the retro style of the house. I was born '67 and it reminds me of growing up in the 70s.Thanks for these wonderful videos!
How cool is this? My mom was such a huge fan. I was kid and had no idea what what she saw in Elvis until I grew up and could appreciate the sweeter things in life. What I love about Elvis was how he generous he was too people. That’s truly a beautiful thing to do. Thx for sharing. You Jordan are such a old soul. So young but you love and appreciate such awesome stuff
Elvis was a kind and caring man, he knew his fans made him what he was. He never forgot that he never got a big head or thought he was better than the person in his audiences. His response to the political questions was something that Hollywood and other singers need to start doing. I wish Parker had not beat him into the ground with the touring and his gambling debts. I wish he had found a new manager, enjoyed life more and maybe he would have been with us longer. He was an original, and to this day no one has matched his charisma and stage presence. Sadly, the Memphis Mafia is just about all gone and we only have Lisa Marie and Priscilla left. Elvis will live on forever.
It's your fault, Jordan. I had to pause this so I could go look at some Elvis footage of Suspicious Minds. Good God, man! He was...incredible! There will _never_ be another like him. Awesome vlog today, Jordan. Thank you! btw, 7: 34 Isn't that Bruce Lee?
Love Elvis! I believe Zsa Zsa Gabor bought one of Elvis’ homes in LA. The house has been a filming location for several movies. Since Zsa Zsa’s recent death, I think the home will be torn down. It was sold several years ago, but Zsa Zsa was permitted to remain there until her death. You should do a video of it before they destroy it.
I love these great photos of the king.Elvis loved his fans and we loved him in return,I will never forget the king.Everytime I feel down I just listen to Elvis and I feel great!
From a life long Elvis fan: ME! Thanks so much for this delightful vlog about The King. I appreciate your admiration of Elvis, since these days he has become an object of derision from those who know nothing about him. Hope you get to Graceland one day. You will love it! Thank you for this look at Graceland West!
2nd week into subscribe and binge watching. Just wanted to thank you for this sweet vlog! *belly rubs to Jah* love the sunglasses, my favorite color is green 😊
Loved you're footage on Elvis house 💖thank you 💜💜 I also must change my bed I have back problems to⚡ and I enjoyed the shopping trip😂🤣. I hope your hand feels better 💚💚. Once again thanks for all you do on our Elvis 💜💜 from Dublin Ireland xx
My dog is named Elvis, I picked him from the humane society, he was already named Elvis, his hair is so cool just like Elvis's, he is 12 now, thanks for this vlog it was awesome Jordan and jaw.
I grew up in southern California and watching your vlogs I can see I missed so much! I now live currently live near HWY 51 that turns into Elvis Presley BLVD and I go to Graceland twice a year at least to take part of the Elvis weeks in Jan. and August. Such a cool vlog thank you for sharing this !
Jordan that was a great vlog so interesting about Elvis’s place or one of them... like a lot of people I guess we only thought he lived at Graceland as that’s the only one we heard about and saw. Thanks once again for showing us around plus the interesting info 👍
You were so excited! It was really cool that you got to see Elvis house and all the awesome photos you put up. He was so handsome, and his voice like no other! The helicopter circling in the sky, I live in OC & they seem to do that in my neighborhood every other day!!! Great vlog, Jordan, Thank You!!! 🌼
Mum and dad loved Elvis and what a house !beautiful and those views wow ! Another great vlog 👍🏻🙂👍🏻 hope you find the jeans and get a good deal on tho shoes . Look forward to tomorrow's vlog .
Thank you for sharing this wonderful vlog, from a Canadian Elvis fan from London, Ontario, Canada. I discovered your RU-vid channel recently. Best wishes for every success.
Jordan, I missed this video six years ago, but am watching now. Thanks for the info about the Hard Rock Cafe guy. I don't think I will ever frequent any of his restaurants again. It's amazing you were able to see this house.
I appreciated that you matched-up the photos with the actual part of the gate, etc. I do that anytime I go where a famous person was or wear a famous event occurred. On another note, waaaay back in 1969, when I was 10, I was on vacation with my aunt & cousins and we went by that very house. My aunt, who was fearless, and an Elvis fanatic, pressed the button on the speaker at the gate. Some woman answered. My aunt asked if Elvis was home, because (she said) we were relatives - she concocted some lie to connect us - very distantly. The woman on the speaker said she "wasn't sure if he was home, she'd go look." (Really?). We waited for 15 or 20 minutes. Finally the lady said "Ma'am, Mr. Presley is not even home today." We all moaned (as did the Japanese tourists who were thinking we found a ploy to get him to come out to the gate and talk with us. We figure in reality, he was there. She probably always said upfront he wasn't home, but since she was afraid she might be turning away family, she went to see if he expected relatives. We further imagine he peeped out a window and said "Ah, hell, I don't know those people. Tell 'em I'm not here, maybe they'll go away." Lol. You can't do stuff like that today. We would have all been hauled-off to jail in today's world. Stars are too scared, and I don't blame them. I wouldn't want anything to do with fame or celebrity. I just want the money and lifestyle. But what an exciting few minutes for us thinking we'd see him.
