Vegas Legends Unveiled: Elvis' Encounter with Madonna Revealed

Unveiling the Truth: The Encounter Between Elvis Presley and Madonna

In the world of entertainment, legends often come with their fair share of myths and misconceptions. One such myth that has been circulating for years is the tale of Elvis Presley refusing to sign an autograph for a young Madonna. However, a closer look at the facts reveals a different story.

In a recent article by Corey Levitan, published on Casino.org on January 8, 2024, this myth, among others, was busted. The article, titled "Vegas Myths Busted," is a weekly feature on the website.

The myth in question stems from a photograph taken by Mike McClure on September 12, 1970. The image shows an Elvis impersonator signing autographs, with a girl who bears a striking resemblance to Madonna. However, it is important to note that the girl in the photograph is not necessarily Madonna herself.

Madonna, who grew up in Detroit, was a huge Elvis fan. Her first concert was David Bowie's at Detroit's Cobo Arena on June 22, 1974, when she was 15 years old. It was around this time that she might have attended an Elvis impersonator's show, but there is no evidence to suggest that she met Elvis Presley himself.

In fact, during interviews in 2005, Madonna did not mention any encounter with Elvis Presley, despite being asked about him by dozens of interviewers. This lack of personal anecdotes further supports the idea that the myth of the unsigned autograph is just that - a myth.

While there is a resemblance between the girl in the photograph and Madonna, there are differences as well. For instance, the girl in the photograph has nostrils that are closer together, and Madonna never wore braces as a child. There is also a resemblance between the girl in the photograph and Madonna's 1972 yearbook photo from West Junior High School in Rochester Hills, Michigan.

In an October 1992 interview for Swedish TV, Madonna described Elvis as "sexy." This comment, coupled with her unwavering fandom, suggests that if she had ever met Elvis, she would have been thrilled to receive an autograph.

So, the next time you hear the myth about Elvis Presley refusing to sign an autograph for a young Madonna, remember - it's just a myth. For more busted Vegas myths, visit VegasMythsBusted.com or check out the "Vegas Myths Busted" article every Monday on Casino.org. If you have suggestions for Vegas myths to be busted, feel free to email them to [email protected].