Elvis Presley nearly lost his crown — here’s how ‘The King’ got it back

Owen Gleiberman Chief Film Critic The last time Sofia Coppola made a movie about a teenage royal living in a rococo palace that turned out to be a lavish prison, it was 2006, and the movie, “Marie Antoinette,” was a stylized dream of history — the story of the young queen as naïve and isolated rock star. Coppola’s new movie dramatizes the relationship between Priscilla and Elvis Presley, and the parallels with the earlier film are there if you want to see them.

died in 1977 at the age of 42 and if he were still alive in 2023, then he’d be 88.In photos created by DALL-E 2 AI and obtained by the Daily Star, the “Jailhouse Rock” star seems to have lost some weight. He doesn’t have many wrinkles but still has some sagging skin.However, his famed dark coif hairstyle is still intact except for some gray stands peeking out from the roots.Presley’s bright blue eyes are also still seen in the AI images, but his teeth are discolored and his eyebrows have faded.The rocker still sports his famous white jumpsuit and aviator sunglasses that were part of his signature stage costume.

Clayton Davis Senior Awards Editor Jeff Nichols brings pure Americana to the Telluride Film Festival with his luscious period drama “The Bikeriders,” which feels like the distant older cousin of “The Outsiders.” It stands as his single best directorial outing, and in tow are a trio of invigorating performances from Austin Butler, Jodie Comer and Tom Hardy, all putting their stamp on an awards season that will be undoubtedly competitive. Based on the 1968 photo and interview book by Danny Lyon, “The Bikeriders” tells a fictional story inspired by a Midwestern motorcycle club, seen through its members’ lives over a decade. Read: Variety’s Awards Circuit for the latest Oscars predictions in all categories.

Canadian filmmaker Director X is revealing how his new Global original series, “Robyn Hood”, came about.

Nick Vivarelli International Correspondent It’s official: Adam Driver, Caleb Landry Jones, Mads Mikkelsen and Jessica Chastain are among the stars set to attend the upcoming Venice Film Festival. Following multiple unsourced reports, the festival has confirmed that Driver is expected on the Lido’s red carpet to promote Micheal Mann’s “Ferrari,” in which he plays the titular character, Italian car racing pioneer Enzo Ferrari; Landry Jones is coming for Luc Besson’s “Dogman”; Mikkelsen will make the trek for Danish director Nikolaj Arcel’s “The Promised Land” and Chastain for Mexican auteur Michel Franco’s “Memory,” her first role since her Oscar-winning performance in “The Eyes of Tammy Faye.” Also expected on the Lido are Cailee Spaeny and Jacob Elordi, who play Priscilla and Elvis Presley in Sophia Coppola’s “Priscilla.” as well as Priscilla Presley herself.

Steven Gaydos Executive VP of Content Tuesday Weld’s 80th birthday on August 27 is a valid excuse to remind all cinephiles of the wondrous work of one of American cinema’s most gifted and enigmatic actresses. And a reminder is desperately needed because over the six decades of her original, fearless, often lacerating performances in film and television, Weld’s reluctance to promote herself makes Greta Garbo look like Demi Lovato.

Chris Pratt had his son Jack on his mind while showing off some new looks courtesy of his daughters Lyla and Eloise.

Sofia Coppola’s upcoming film about Priscilla Presley will not feature any of Elvis’ music, it has been confirmed.The upcoming movie, titled Priscilla, is written and directed by Coppola for A24, and is set for release later this year.Now, it has been announced that the project – centred around the life of Elvis’ wife – will not include any songs from the late singer’s discography, after his estate turned down the request.Elvis Presley Enterprises is mostly owned by American brand management company, Authentic Brands Group, who possess 85 per cent of the estate. The remaining 15 per cent are owned by the late musician’s surviving family members.Now, in a new statement shared with The Hollywood Reporter, the film’s director has confirmed that she reached out to the estate to request permission to use a selection of his songs in her upcoming project, but had her offer rejected.

Naman Ramachandran Global film distributor, production company and streamer Mubi has acquired international rights, excluding North America and Italy, for Sofia Coppola’s “Priscilla,” which will premiere in competition at the Venice Film Festival. Mubi will retain all rights in the U.K., Ireland, Germany, Austria, Latin America, Benelux and Turkey. Mubi will release the film theatrically in the U.K., Ireland, Germany, Latin America, Belgium and Netherlands and will reveal release dates imminently.

Mubi has snapped up rights across multiple territories for Sofia Coppola’s upcoming feature Priscilla ahead of its world premiere in Competition at the 80th Venice International Film Festival.

England and Spain will make history Sunday when they go head-to-head in the 2023 Women’s World Cup final, with both teams making their first championship appearances.

Joe Jonas for their new ink!On Monday, Joe, Nick and Kevin Jonas (the Jonas Brothers) continued The Tour with their first stop in Boston at the TD Garden arena — and Joe took the time to give one fan a memory that will last forever. «Can't believe this happened,» the fan, Tarryn, captioned the moment in a video shared on TikTok.

Tributes have been paid to veteran broadcaster Sir Michael Parkinson after his death on Wednesday night aged 88.

Heather Rae Young shared a HIGHlarious new TikTok teasing her hubby Tarek El Moussa — but she might’ve got more than she bargained for when she subtly shaded makeup giant Revlon.

Britney Spears 'has split' from her husband Sam Asghari just 14 months after they married.The pair reportedly had a 'nuclear argument' after Sam, 29, confronted his wife, 41, over rumours that she had cheated on him, the US website TMZ reports. It is not known whether the rumours are true.

Today marks 46 years since Elvis Presley's tragic passing, aged 43.

most can recall in great detail the impact the information had on them.When the news of Elvis’ shocking death broke, fans everywhere were devastated. It is 46 years to the date that Elvis Presley died after suffering cardiac arrest at age 42.

Once known for being the band of brothers with purity rings, the Jonas Brothers have evolved – and so has their music.Embarking on a worldwide tour where they will play 5 of their albums in one night, the Jonas Brothers (Kevin, Joe and Nick), address how they sing about sex now that they’re all married with children.“It’s just natural to speak about your life and where you’re at. Like, that’s my wife and partner in crime of 13 years, you know,” Kevin, 35, told Bustle of how his marriage to wife Danielle has inspired the group’s music.“We’re always conscious that we’re three brothers singing on stage together.

Austin Butler is opening up about some valuable career advice he received from “Elvis” co-star Tom Hanks — and how it wound up landing him his next job.

Daniel D'Addario Chief TV Critic “Telemarketers” may be summer TV’s oddest thrill ride. Co-director Sam Lipman-Stern begins the three-part docuseries, which launches August 13 on HBO, in retrospect.