In a stunning revelation that will surprise music and film fans alike, acclaimed actress Cybill Shepherd has disclosed that the King of Rock and Roll himself, Elvis Presley, once sought to date her - only for the young starlet to turn him down.
The Unexpected Encounter
The now 74-year-old screen icon recounted the extraordinary moment when Elvis made his advances during an interview with the Shepherd's Pie podcast. "He wanted to date me," Shepherd revealed with striking candour, "but I didn't want to date him."
Behind the Refusal
Rather than being swept away by the superstar's legendary charm, Shepherd's decision stemmed from practical concerns about their significant age difference. At just 21 years old while filming The Last Picture Show, she felt the 36-year-old music icon was simply "too old" for her at the time.
"I was 21. He was 36. I thought he was too old," the Moonlighting star explained matter-of-factly about her reasoning for rejecting one of the world's most desirable bachelors.
A Glimpse of Elvis's World
Shepherd did eventually spend time with Presley in his inner circle, visiting his Los Angeles home where she witnessed the extravagant lifestyle that surrounded the music legend. She described being part of a group that included various "girls" and bodyguards in his entourage.
The Memphis-born superstar apparently maintained traditional Southern manners despite his global fame, with Shepherd noting he politely asked permission before kissing her - a gesture she found surprisingly courteous given his celebrity status.
Career Crossroads
The revelation comes as part of Shepherd's reflections on her early career decisions and personal boundaries during her rise to fame. Her refusal to date Presley stands in stark contrast to the experiences of many other young starlets of the era who might have jumped at such an opportunity.
This candid account provides a fascinating new perspective on both Presley's romantic pursuits and Shepherd's strong sense of self during Hollywood's golden era.
